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World Health Organization (WHO)

Science in 5: asthma and you

Briefs & Fact Sheets

20 Aug 2024

A 5-minute conversation on asthma - what are the symptoms, what makes it worse, and how can we treat it?&nbsp;&nbsp;

Briefs & Fact SheetsChronic Respiratory DiseasesHealth Literacy DevelopmentAccess to essential medicines and servicesEnvironment, climate change and healthPrimary health careHousehold and Outdoor Air PollutionTobacco use+5

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World Health Organization (WHO)

Tobacco and asthma

Publication

20 Aug 2024

This document is the ninth in a series of Tobacco Knowledge Summaries and is prepared with the objective to summarize the current evidence on the association between tobacco use and asthma. This is also intended as an advocacy tool to widely include...

PublicationChronic Respiratory DiseasesHealth Literacy DevelopmentAccess to essential medicines and servicesHealth promotionPrimary health careTobacco use+4

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International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis

Fact Sheet: Understanding Pulmonary Embolism (PE)

Fact sheet

07 Aug 2024

The International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) has created a comprehensive fact sheet on Pulmonary Embolism (PE). This resource provides essential information about the condition, including its causes, risk factors, signs and symptoms...

Fact sheetCardiovascular DiseaseHealth Literacy DevelopmentPrimary health carePhysical inactivityTobacco use+3

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International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis

Understanding Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Fact sheet

07 Aug 2024

The International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) has created a comprehensive fact sheet on deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This resource provides essential information about the condition, including the signs, symptoms and risk factors. It...

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World Health Organization

WHO clinical treatment guideline for tobacco cessation in adults

Publication

08 Jul 2024

Supporting tobacco users to quit is core demand-reduction measure of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) and a key component of WHO MPOWER policy package. This guideline provides technical guidance on a thorough set of tobacco...

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International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH), Louise Bannon

Fact Sheet: Understanding Hospital Associated Thrombosis (HAT)

Fact sheet

07 Jul 2024

The International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) has created a comprehensive fact sheet on hospital-associated thrombosis (HAT). This resource provides essential information about this highly preventable condition, including its causes,...

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World Heart Federation (WHF)

A Complex Interplay: Navigating the Crossroads of Tobacco Use, Cardiovascular Disease, and the COVID-19 Pandemic

Publication

10 Jun 2024

The World Heart Federation policy brief, A Complex Interplay: Navigating the Crossroads of Tobacco Use, Cardiovascular Disease, and the COVID-19 Pandemic, explores the direct and indirect harmful interactions between tobacco use, cardiovascular disea...

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International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH), Louise Bannon

Fact Sheet: Understanding Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)

Fact sheet

07 Jun 2024

The International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) has created a comprehensive fact sheet on venous thromboembolism (VTE). This resource provides essential information about the condition, including its causes, risk factors, symptoms and...

Fact sheetCardiovascular DiseaseHealth Literacy DevelopmentPrimary health careTobacco use+2

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FDI World Dental Federation (FDI)

Addressing oral health needs in refugees policy and collaboration strategies

Briefs & Fact Sheets

06 Jun 2024

Ensuring oral health is a crucial component of overall well-being, especially for refugees. Addressing their oral health needs requires collaboration among multiple stakeholders. This policy brief highlights the challenges and opportunities for addre...

Briefs & Fact SheetsHealth Literacy DevelopmentMeaningful Engagement of People with Lived ExperiencesHealth promotionHarmful use of alcoholTobacco useUnhealthy diets+4

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HelpAge International

Universal Health Coverage Fit for an Ageing World – Infographic

Fact sheet

30 May 2024

This infographic distills HelpAge International’s strategic framework for reorienting Universal Health Coverage (UHC) to meet the unique needs of older people. It outlines the key barriers older populations face such as availability, accessibility,...

Fact sheetHealth Literacy DevelopmentHealth system strengthening, including governance and financing

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International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis

Fact sheet: What is thrombosis?

Fact sheet

24 May 2024

Summary: Thrombosis is the formation of a blood clot (thrombus) inside a blood vessel, which can obstruct blood flow. This condition can occur in both arteries and veins and can lead to serious health complications if not treated promptly. Common...

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International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis

Fact sheet: What is hemostasis?

Fact sheet

24 May 2024

Summary: Hemostasis is the physiological process that stops bleeding, involving a complex interplay of platelets, blood vessels, and coagulation factors to form a blood clot at the site of injury, ultimately maintaining vascular integrity and prev...

Fact sheetHealth Literacy DevelopmentHealth promotion

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