WHO Bosnia and Herzegovina

The risk of cancer can be significantly reduced. On the occasion of World Cancer Day, February 4, we would like to highlight that almost half of all deaths from cancers can be prevented by acting on risk factors. #CancerAwareness #cancerday #CancerCare @UN_BiH

On World Cancer Day, we’re reminded that many cancers are preventable. With effective prevention, we can reduce risk by up to 50%. Tobacco use remains the leading preventable cause of cancer. It’s time to take action, change harmful behaviours, and raise awareness. @WHO_BIH

Yesterday, the UN in BiH marked today’s National No Smoking Day 🇧🇦, highlighting healthier lifestyles & the risks of all forms of nicotine. @WHO_BIH , @UNICEFBiH , @UNDPBiH & young voices joined forces to promote stronger health policies and smoke-free environments.

WHO-led in-house initiative of the United Nations in BIH and PROI to observe National No Smoking Day ✅Impact on health ✅Youth engagement ✅Partnerships ✅WHO FCTC, country commitments and obligations ✅Setting an example: smoke-free UN premises @UN_BiH @UNICEFBiH @JasminaCekric

Together for a sustainable future! ✨As part of the UN’s 80th anniversary, we unveiled a mural by artist Adnan Dupanović at the Faculty of Health Studies in #Sarajevo @FakultetU - an #SDG17-inspired tribute to unity and the power of partnerships in achieving the #SDGs.🤝#UN80

The Minister of Civil Affairs of BiH reminds that peace requires continuous commitment and action by all. As a partner of @UNPeacebuilding’s #DFF3, the Ministry supports efforts to build trust, cohesion and a sustainable future. #30YearsOfPeace 🇺🇳🤝🇧🇦🕊️

WHO BiH participated in a meeting hosted by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Water Management and Forestry on improving food safety and child nutrition in schools and preschools. Read more: shorturl.at/KdX6T

SZO u BiH učestvovala je na sastanku koji je organizovalo Federalno ministarstvo poljoprivrede, vodoprivrede i šumarstva o unapređenju sigurnosti hrane i ishrane djece u školama i vrtićima. Više na: shorturl.at/KdX6T

On World AIDS Day, WHO calls on governments and partners to expand access to new WHO-approved tools, including lenacapavir (LEN), to reduce infections and support essential services amid funding cuts. Read more: shorturl.at/3I96z #WorldAIDSDay

Na Svjetski dan borbe protiv AIDS-a, SZO poziva vlade i partnere da prošire pristup novim odobrenim alatima, uključujući lenakapavir, kako bi smanjili infekcije i očuvali ključne zdrav. usluge uprkos rezovima u finansiranju. Više: shorturl.at/Qme6n #DanBorbeProtivAIDSa

This morning on TVSA, WHO expert Dr Mirza Palo presented the new Guide for Healthy Nutrition of Adults, developed by the Institute of Public Health FBiH with WHO and FAO support. Clear, practical tips to help people eat healthier and prevent NCDs. #HealthyNutrition #WHO #FAO #BiH

Jutros na TVSA, stručnjak SZO-a dr Mirza Palo predstavio je novi Vodič za zdravu ishranu odraslih, razvijen od @zzjz_fbih uz podršku SZO-a i FAO-a. Vodič donosi jasne i praktične savjete za zdraviju ishranu i prevenciju NCD-a. #ZdravaIshrana 👉shorturl.at/QTDFQ

The United Nations in Bosnia and Herzegovina expresses profound sorrow at the recent femicide committed in Mostar. We express deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim. Read full statement ➡️bit.ly/4i2OrVm

Marking World AMR Awareness Week (18–24 Nov) with WHO’s support in BiH. At the panel hosted by the Food Safety Agency of BiH, WHO expert Dr. Mirza Palo highlighted the need for stronger surveillance, responsible antibiotic use and a One Health approach. #WAAW #

Obilježavamo Sedmicu borbe protiv AMR-a (18–24. nov.) uz podršku SZO u BiH. Na panelu Agencije za sigurnost hrane BiH, ekspert SZO dr. Mirza Palo istaknuo je važnost jačanja nadzora, racionalne upotrebe antibiotika i pristupa „Jedno zdravlje“. #WAAW #StopAMR

WHO in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in cooperation with @zzjz_fbih, organized a flu vaccination drive today for UN employees and their families. Protect yourself and stay safe! #VaccinationMatters

SZO u BiH u saradnji sa @zzjz_fbih danas je organizirao vakcinaciju protiv gripe za zaposlenike UN-a i njihove porodice. Zaštitite sebe i budite sigurni! #VakcinacijaJeVažna

How can health care become more people-centred and community-driven? At the workshop “From Clinic to Community” in Sarajevo, WHO and partners discussed ways to strengthen primary health care in Bosnia and Herzegovina. #HealthForAll #PrimaryHealthCare #WHO #EUinBiH

Kako učiniti zdravstvenu zaštitu više usmjerenom na ljude i zajednicu? Na radionici „Od klinike do zajednice“ u Sarajevu, SZO i partneri razgovarali su o jačanju primarne zdravstvene zaštite u BiH. #ZdravljeZaSve #PrimarnaZdravstvenaZaštita #SZO #EUuBiH

8 decades of working to advance peace, human rights, and improving lives worldwide – as the UN celebrates its 80th anniversary, we continue supporting initiatives to advance the #GlobalGoals and leave no one behind - also here in Bosnia and Herzegovina. 🇧🇦 🇺🇳 #UN80