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One in 100 deaths is by suicide

Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Among young people aged 15-29, suicide was the fourth leading cause of death after road injury, tuberculosis and interpersonal violence. Although some countries have placed suicide prevention high on their agendas, too many countries remain uncommitted.

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Soaring e-waste affects the health of millions of children

Millions of children, adolescents and pregnant women risk serious health effects from exposure to toxic electronic waste.

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Pregnancy & COVID-19

What advice does WHO have for women who are pregnant or are planning pregnancy during the pandemic? What should a woman expect for her care during childbirth and pregnancy at this time? Find out in Science in 5.

G7 leaders donate 870 million vaccine doses

The ACT Accelerator partnership welcomes commitment of 870 million vaccine doses for low and low-middle income countries over the next year, vital for ending the pandemic.

Reaching most vulnerable with COVID-19 messages

WHO is working with Viamo, a global social enterprise that aims to reach isolated populations with the latest COVID-19 information, in their languages, via their mobile phones.