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  • At Al Iman Primary Health Center and Acute Watery Diarrhea sentinel site. In a fact-finding mission to Arsal region, in the Baalbek District, a team led by UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Lebanon Imran Riza accompanied by WHO representative in Lebanon Dr Abdinasir Abubakar, UNICEF deputy representative Ettie Higgins, OCHA head of office Kristen Knutson joint by their teams and stakeholders including Ministry of Public Health went to check on the current challenges facing access to WASH and associated public health challenges in the Arsal region, in the Baalbek District. The journey started off with a meeting at the office of Baalbek-Hermel Governor Bachir Khodr followed by a larger meeting at the Arsal Municipality where challenges and bottles necks were voiced by mayors (mukhtars) and stakeholders and potential opportunities were voiced by the UN team. The mayors call for help was loud and clear. Their urgent concern was for access to clean water calling for provision of a water filtration station since the water that gets to their homes is wastewater. They said the large influx of Syrian refugees to their areas is partly to blame for the economic, development and health crises in the area. They pointed out that most of the support that comes to Arsal are not for the citizens but that the refugees benefit from it and complained about the ineffectiveness of meetings that amount to nothing. They warned that they don’t want the Syrians anymore who get paid from UNHCR and get aid from other agencies.  The visit to Al Iman Primary Health Center & Acute Watery Diarrhea sentinel site was to better understand the burden of diseases, unmet needs, operational challenges to health programmes that the PHC faces. The next stop was to an Informal Settlement in Arsal that has 63 households, 321 individuals, with recurring sanitation and wastewater removal issues. The last leg of the visit by the mission was to the wastewater dumping ponds in the outskirt of Arsal. The visit brought to the forefront crucial issues faced by the people living in Arsal whether the host communities or the Syrian refugees. Understanding the current practices of wastewater management and their public health and environmental impact and potential short and mid-term solutions.  At Al Iman Primary Health Center and Acute Watery Diarrhea sentinel site. In a fact-finding mission to Arsal region, in the Baalbek District, a team led by UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Lebanon Imran Riza accompanied by WHO representative in Lebanon Dr Abdinasir Abubakar, UNICEF deputy representative Ettie Higgins, OCHA head of office Kristen Knutson joint by their teams and stakeholders including Ministry of Public Health went to check on the current challenges facing access to WASH and associated public health challenges in the Arsal region, in the Baalbek District. The journey started off with a meeting at the office of Baalbek-Hermel Governor Bachir Khodr followed by a larger meeting at the Arsal Municipality where challenges and bottles necks were voiced by mayors (mukhtars) and stakeholders and potential opportunities were voiced by the UN team. The mayors call for help was loud and clear. Their urgent concern was for access to clean water calling for provision of a water filtration station since the water that gets to their homes is wastewater. They said the large influx of Syrian refugees to their areas is partly to blame for the economic, development and health crises in the area. They pointed out that most of the support that comes to Arsal are not for the citizens but that the refugees benefit from it and complained about the ineffectiveness of meetings that amount to nothing. They warned that they don’t want the Syrians anymore who get paid from UNHCR and get aid from other agencies.  The visit to Al Iman Primary Health Center & Acute Watery Diarrhea sentinel site was to better understand the burden of diseases, unmet needs, operational challenges to health programmes that the PHC faces. The next stop was to an Informal Settlement in Arsal that has 63 households, 321 individuals, with recurring sanitation and wastewater removal issues. The last leg of the visit by the mission was to the wastewater dumping ponds in the outskirt of Arsal. The visit brought to the forefront crucial issues faced by the people living in Arsal whether the host communities or the Syrian refugees. Understanding the current practices of wastewater management and their public health and environmental impact and potential short and mid-term solutions.  
  • Plaque reveal ceremony of the WHO Academy, in the presence of Emmanuel Macron, President of France, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, Grégory Doucet, Mayor of Lyon, David Atchaoarena, Executive Director WHO Academy and French local authorities, on 17 December 2024 at the WHO Academy campus in Lyon, France. Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.Plaque reveal ceremony of the WHO Academy, in the presence of Emmanuel Macron, President of France, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, Grégory Doucet, Mayor of Lyon, David Atchaoarena, Executive Director WHO Academy and French local authorities, on 17 December 2024 at the WHO Academy campus in Lyon, France. Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.
  • The World Health Organization (WHO) and its partners visited the Al-Aqsa hospital to assess the response capacity of the hospital. Before the war, Al Aqsa served an estimated 150 inpatient patients daily. During the visit, the hospital reported to be providing care to an estimated 700 patients daily.The World Health Organization (WHO) and its partners visited the Al-Aqsa hospital to assess the response capacity of the hospital. Before the war, Al Aqsa served an estimated 150 inpatient patients daily. During the visit, the hospital reported to be providing care to an estimated 700 patients daily.
  • WHO representative in Lebanon Dr Abdinasir Abubakar visits a shelter for IDPs. Over the past weeks, Lebanon has witnessed large internal displacement of civilians from the areas being attacked to other stable areas. WHO representative in Lebanon Dr Abdinasir Abubakar visits a shelter for IDPs. Over the past weeks, Lebanon has witnessed large internal displacement of civilians from the areas being attacked to other stable areas. 
  • The World Health Organization in the Eastern Mediterranean organized the “Walk the Talk" event under the theme “Together for a healthier and sustainable tomorrow” on Monday 10 October 2022 on the morning of the official start of the 69th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean that will be held from 10 to 13 October 2022 at the WHO regional premises in Cairo. The event seeks to encourage people’s participation in physical activity initiatives. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/walk-towards-a-healthier-world.html   - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.The World Health Organization in the Eastern Mediterranean organized the “Walk the Talk" event under the theme “Together for a healthier and sustainable tomorrow” on Monday 10 October 2022 on the morning of the official start of the 69th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean that will be held from 10 to 13 October 2022 at the WHO regional premises in Cairo. The event seeks to encourage people’s participation in physical activity initiatives. https://www.emro.who.int/media/news/walk-towards-a-healthier-world.html   - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.
  • Destroyed buildings turned to rubble. On 6 February 2023, a series of large earthquakes hit southern Türkiye and northern Syria, followed by hundreds of aftershocks. Thousands of lives were lost in the initial earthquakes and thousands more are at risk given the destruction of infrastructure and freezing temperatures in the affected areas. Efforts in the immediate aftermath of the earthquakes and the following days are focused on search and rescue, finding survivors among the rubble of collapsed buildings. Other urgent needs are providing medical care for people with physical injuries and ensuring food, drinking water and shelter for all those who have lost their homes. Ensuring continuous access to basic health services is also critical. Since the earthquake hit Syria, WHO has been providing supplies and working with health officials to direct medical teams and support to where they are most needed. WHO has also released more than US$ 16 million from the Contingency Fund for Emergencies, including US$ 3 million within hours of the disaster, in both Türkiye and the Syrian Arab Republic.  Destroyed buildings turned to rubble. On 6 February 2023, a series of large earthquakes hit southern Türkiye and northern Syria, followed by hundreds of aftershocks. Thousands of lives were lost in the initial earthquakes and thousands more are at risk given the destruction of infrastructure and freezing temperatures in the affected areas. Efforts in the immediate aftermath of the earthquakes and the following days are focused on search and rescue, finding survivors among the rubble of collapsed buildings. Other urgent needs are providing medical care for people with physical injuries and ensuring food, drinking water and shelter for all those who have lost their homes. Ensuring continuous access to basic health services is also critical. Since the earthquake hit Syria, WHO has been providing supplies and working with health officials to direct medical teams and support to where they are most needed. WHO has also released more than US$ 16 million from the Contingency Fund for Emergencies, including US$ 3 million within hours of the disaster, in both Türkiye and the Syrian Arab Republic.  
  • The Seventy-first session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean was held in Doha, Qatar from 14 to 17 October 2024 under the theme health beyond borders: action, access, equity. Ministers of health and high-level representatives of the 22 Member States and territories of WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region, and representatives of partner organizations and civil society, met to discuss priority public health issues.The Seventy-first session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean was held in Doha, Qatar from 14 to 17 October 2024 under the theme health beyond borders: action, access, equity. Ministers of health and high-level representatives of the 22 Member States and territories of WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region, and representatives of partner organizations and civil society, met to discuss priority public health issues.
  • Strengthening prevention, early detection, response, and resilience to zoonotic diseases at the animal-human interface.Strengthening prevention, early detection, response, and resilience to zoonotic diseases at the animal-human interface.
  • New Regional Director nominated for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region: Dr Hanan Balkhy has been nominated as the next WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean. Member States voted to nominate Dr Balkhy during a closed meeting at the 70th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean. The nomination will be submitted to the WHO Executive Board during its 154th session, taking place on 22−27 January 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland. The newly appointed Regional Director will take office on 1 February 2024. The 70th session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean took place at the WHO Regional Office in Cairo from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 October 2023. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, and Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, addressed delegates after the opening proceedings. Numerous ministers of health and other representatives of the Members of the Regional Committee were among the many dignitaries to attend the opening ceremony. High-level officials from countries and territories of the Region also attend the Regional Committee, as do representatives of international, regional and national organizations. In line with the theme of RC70, we must all remain “United for a healthier future” to achieve the regional vision of Health for All by All. This year’s session of the Regional Committee coincides with the year-long celebration of WHO’s 75th anniversary.New Regional Director nominated for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region: Dr Hanan Balkhy has been nominated as the next WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean. Member States voted to nominate Dr Balkhy during a closed meeting at the 70th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean. The nomination will be submitted to the WHO Executive Board during its 154th session, taking place on 22−27 January 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland. The newly appointed Regional Director will take office on 1 February 2024. The 70th session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean took place at the WHO Regional Office in Cairo from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 October 2023. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, and Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, addressed delegates after the opening proceedings. Numerous ministers of health and other representatives of the Members of the Regional Committee were among the many dignitaries to attend the opening ceremony. High-level officials from countries and territories of the Region also attend the Regional Committee, as do representatives of international, regional and national organizations. In line with the theme of RC70, we must all remain “United for a healthier future” to achieve the regional vision of Health for All by All. This year’s session of the Regional Committee coincides with the year-long celebration of WHO’s 75th anniversary.
  • World Health Assembly and Executive Board follow-up – governance matters • Review of the draft provisional agenda of the 154th session of the WHO Executive Board • Regional Committee resolutions sunsetting 2012-2017 • Update on implementation of the WHO Transformation Agenda in the Eastern Mediterranean Region  The 70th session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean took place at the WHO Regional Office in Cairo from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 October 2023. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, and Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, addressed delegates after the opening proceedings. Numerous ministers of health and other representatives of the Members of the Regional Committee were among the many dignitaries to attend the opening ceremony. High-level officials from countries and territories of the Region also attend the Regional Committee, as do representatives of international, regional and national organizations. In line with the theme of RC70, we must all remain “United for a healthier future” to achieve the regional vision of Health for All by All. This year’s session of the Regional Committee coincides with the year-long celebration of WHO’s 75th anniversary.World Health Assembly and Executive Board follow-up – governance matters • Review of the draft provisional agenda of the 154th session of the WHO Executive Board • Regional Committee resolutions sunsetting 2012-2017 • Update on implementation of the WHO Transformation Agenda in the Eastern Mediterranean Region  The 70th session of the Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean took place at the WHO Regional Office in Cairo from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 October 2023. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, and Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, addressed delegates after the opening proceedings. Numerous ministers of health and other representatives of the Members of the Regional Committee were among the many dignitaries to attend the opening ceremony. High-level officials from countries and territories of the Region also attend the Regional Committee, as do representatives of international, regional and national organizations. In line with the theme of RC70, we must all remain “United for a healthier future” to achieve the regional vision of Health for All by All. This year’s session of the Regional Committee coincides with the year-long celebration of WHO’s 75th anniversary.
  • WHO continues to work with the Egyptian government and development partners to provide humanitarian aid to the displaced people who fled the violence in Sudan to Egypt. WHO in Egypt delivered and installed today:   - Caravan unit at Qustul border that will provide shelter for 16 healthcare workers per day to support the Ministry of Health and Population in scaling up medical services at the Egyptian borders with Sudan. - 8 latrines (toilets) at Qustul and Argeen borders, and Karkar Bus Station in Aswan, equipped with shower units and operated by clean energy. The latrines will enhance access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services and strengthen public health measures.WHO continues to work with the Egyptian government and development partners to provide humanitarian aid to the displaced people who fled the violence in Sudan to Egypt. WHO in Egypt delivered and installed today:   - Caravan unit at Qustul border that will provide shelter for 16 healthcare workers per day to support the Ministry of Health and Population in scaling up medical services at the Egyptian borders with Sudan. - 8 latrines (toilets) at Qustul and Argeen borders, and Karkar Bus Station in Aswan, equipped with shower units and operated by clean energy. The latrines will enhance access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services and strengthen public health measures.
  • Dr Ahmed Al Mandhari, WHO regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean listens to a young woman injured by the earthquake in Latakia, Syria. On 6 February 2023, a series of large earthquakes hit southern Türkiye and northern Syria, followed by hundreds of aftershocks. Thousands of lives were lost in the initial earthquakes and thousands more are at risk given the destruction of infrastructure and freezing temperatures in the affected areas. Efforts in the immediate aftermath of the earthquakes and the following days are focused on search and rescue, finding survivors among the rubble of collapsed buildings. Other urgent needs are providing medical care for people with physical injuries and ensuring food, drinking water and shelter for all those who have lost their homes. Ensuring continuous access to basic health services is also critical. Since the earthquake hit Syria, WHO has been providing supplies and working with health officials to direct medical teams and support to where they are most needed. WHO has also released more than US$ 16 million from the Contingency Fund for Emergencies, including US$ 3 million within hours of the disaster, in both Türkiye and the Syrian Arab Republic.  Dr Ahmed Al Mandhari, WHO regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean listens to a young woman injured by the earthquake in Latakia, Syria. On 6 February 2023, a series of large earthquakes hit southern Türkiye and northern Syria, followed by hundreds of aftershocks. Thousands of lives were lost in the initial earthquakes and thousands more are at risk given the destruction of infrastructure and freezing temperatures in the affected areas. Efforts in the immediate aftermath of the earthquakes and the following days are focused on search and rescue, finding survivors among the rubble of collapsed buildings. Other urgent needs are providing medical care for people with physical injuries and ensuring food, drinking water and shelter for all those who have lost their homes. Ensuring continuous access to basic health services is also critical. Since the earthquake hit Syria, WHO has been providing supplies and working with health officials to direct medical teams and support to where they are most needed. WHO has also released more than US$ 16 million from the Contingency Fund for Emergencies, including US$ 3 million within hours of the disaster, in both Türkiye and the Syrian Arab Republic.  
  • WHO Lebanon representative Dr Abdinasir Abubakar talking to a beneficiary at the Amel Association primary healthcare center in Tyre Lebanon. Dr Abdinasir Abubakar visited the healthcare center to assess the health services and urgent needs.  WHO Lebanon representative Dr Abdinasir Abubakar talking to a beneficiary at the Amel Association primary healthcare center in Tyre Lebanon. Dr Abdinasir Abubakar visited the healthcare center to assess the health services and urgent needs.  
  • A WHO Mission visited Sudan from 3 to 10 April 2021 to assess the health system challenges, take stock of recent developments, and identify a collaborative agenda for Health systems strengthening (HSS) towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and Health Security. The mission also explored the functions and structure of the Ministry of Health – at Federal and State levels – and its relevance to meet the goals in the National Health Sector Policy. Dr Rana Hajjeh, Director Programme Management, WHO/EMRO. Dr Omar El Najeeb, Minister of Health, Sudan. - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.A WHO Mission visited Sudan from 3 to 10 April 2021 to assess the health system challenges, take stock of recent developments, and identify a collaborative agenda for Health systems strengthening (HSS) towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and Health Security. The mission also explored the functions and structure of the Ministry of Health – at Federal and State levels – and its relevance to meet the goals in the National Health Sector Policy. Dr Rana Hajjeh, Director Programme Management, WHO/EMRO. Dr Omar El Najeeb, Minister of Health, Sudan. - Title of WHO staff and officials reflects their respective position at the time the photo was taken.
  • A delegation of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Union (EU) visited a health center in Shesh Pol village, Baharak district, Badakhshan province and checked the health situation in the center.A delegation of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Union (EU) visited a health center in Shesh Pol village, Baharak district, Badakhshan province and checked the health situation in the center.
  • Under the slogan ‘Health for All’, this year, the theme of World Health Day is ‘Universal health coverage: everyone, everywhere’ Access to universal health coverage can prevent people from being pushed into poverty because they are forced to pay for the costs of their health care. Without universal coverage, the lives and welfare of millions of people and communities around the world are negatively affected, particularly in low-income countries. Universal health coverage increases people’s opportunity to work and earn a living, increases children’s chances of reaching their full academic potential and forms the basis for long term economic development. - Caption was not provided by the photographer. Therefore, a generic caption has been applied to this image.Under the slogan ‘Health for All’, this year, the theme of World Health Day is ‘Universal health coverage: everyone, everywhere’ Access to universal health coverage can prevent people from being pushed into poverty because they are forced to pay for the costs of their health care. Without universal coverage, the lives and welfare of millions of people and communities around the world are negatively affected, particularly in low-income countries. Universal health coverage increases people’s opportunity to work and earn a living, increases children’s chances of reaching their full academic potential and forms the basis for long term economic development. - Caption was not provided by the photographer. Therefore, a generic caption has been applied to this image.
  • The World Health Organization (WHO) officially opened a country office in Bahrain. Located in the capital city of Manama, the new office is the 20th WHO country office to open in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region, and the 152nd WHO country office globally. The office will enable WHO to work on the ground with national health authorities, United Nations partners and a range of stakeholders in all sectors to foster public health collaboration at the national, regional and international levels. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General is inaugurating the office.The World Health Organization (WHO) officially opened a country office in Bahrain. Located in the capital city of Manama, the new office is the 20th WHO country office to open in WHO’s Eastern Mediterranean Region, and the 152nd WHO country office globally. The office will enable WHO to work on the ground with national health authorities, United Nations partners and a range of stakeholders in all sectors to foster public health collaboration at the national, regional and international levels. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General is inaugurating the office.
  • In response to the pandemic of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Member States have approved arrangements for a virtual Regional Committee  session. The meeting was conducted virtually and facilitated from WHO’s Regional Office in Cairo, Egypt. Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean.In response to the pandemic of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Member States have approved arrangements for a virtual Regional Committee  session. The meeting was conducted virtually and facilitated from WHO’s Regional Office in Cairo, Egypt. Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean.
  • Dr Ahmed Al Mandhari, Regional Director for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region.Dr Ahmed Al Mandhari, Regional Director for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region.
  • Inauguration session of the 69th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean by Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General; Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean; and H.E. Dr Ahmed Robleh Abdilleh, Minister of Health of the Republic of Djibouti and Vice-chair of the 68th session of the Regional Committee, with participation of a large number of their Excellencies ministers of health and representatives of the Region’s Member States who attends in person for the first time after two years. The theme of this year’s session is “Reaching the Sustainable Development Goals in the post-COVID-19 age: accelerating universal health coverage and health security – Health for All by All”. The 69th session of the Regional Committee will be held from 10 to 13 October 2022 at the WHO regional premises in Cairo. As the decision-making body for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region, the Regional Committee provides a unique opportunity to reinforce WHO’s role as the trusted global health authority and to share evidence-based health information on the Region.  Inauguration session of the 69th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean by Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General; Dr Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean; and H.E. Dr Ahmed Robleh Abdilleh, Minister of Health of the Republic of Djibouti and Vice-chair of the 68th session of the Regional Committee, with participation of a large number of their Excellencies ministers of health and representatives of the Region’s Member States who attends in person for the first time after two years. The theme of this year’s session is “Reaching the Sustainable Development Goals in the post-COVID-19 age: accelerating universal health coverage and health security – Health for All by All”. The 69th session of the Regional Committee will be held from 10 to 13 October 2022 at the WHO regional premises in Cairo. As the decision-making body for the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region, the Regional Committee provides a unique opportunity to reinforce WHO’s role as the trusted global health authority and to share evidence-based health information on the Region.  
  • Health care workers are at greater risk of exposure to serious and deadly diseases. They are a priority group for vaccination "Long life for all"Health care workers are at greater risk of exposure to serious and deadly diseases. They are a priority group for vaccination "Long life for all"

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