Today, Tanzania has over 3,000 female doctors from 1969 when Prof. Esther Mwaikambo broke the ceiling being the first female doctor.
But, where are these doctors? Between 2023-2030 there’s a projected shortfall of 10 million health workers worldwide. #WHWWeek #HealthForAll #WHO75

Health workers are indispensable in the battle against the double burden of disease in Africa.

As we mark Health Worker Week #WHWWeek , let's prioritize the safety and empowerment of our health workers. Africa CDC stands with member states in this crucial endeavour as outlined on

Community health workers are a bridge to delivering critical healthcare to those at risk of being left behind.
They deliver testing, treatment, and care to even the most remote communities; and are often the first to detect and respond to disease outbreaks. #WHWWeek #ProCHW

Thank you to #HealthWorkers like Dr. Ombajo who work tirelessly to keep the world safe and healthy. We applaud you this week, and every week.

#WHWWeek #HWHeroes

Macron Chauluka, a dedicated community health worker in Malawi, is determined to reach every child with polio vaccines in Machinga District, despite his limited mobility.
Thanks to his efforts, children in hard-to-reach areas are receiving vital protection against polio. #WHWWeek

Thank you to all of our incredible #healthworkers and volunteers❤️

It is because of you that children in some of the world's toughest places can have a brighter, healthier future.

#WHWWeek

Quality care is IMPOSSIBLE without health workers. Retweet if you agree!
#healthworkers are the backbone of #healthsystems and our resilience in the face of adversity. #ProtectInvestTogether for a healthier world this #WHWWeek .

Healthcare workers deserve to be treated with respect at all times.

Free health workers from violence & harassment.

#RatifyC190
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Children in #SouthSudan continue to face a silent but deadly threat - Hunger‼️

Health workers like Elizabeth work tirelessly every day to treat & save children who are struggling.

Health workers are children's heroes💪They deserve to be better supported & protected #WHWWeek

Why do heath workers do what they do? From #Eswatini , Nurse Maya shares her why. #WHWWeek

During #WHWWeek , let's prioritize the voices of CHPs.
Esther Owino and Paul Ochieng's inclusion at the CHU4UHC co-creation workshop marks a crucial step towards amplifying their insights. Together, we are advancing #CHS in Kenya by ensuring representation and collaboration.

Healthcare workers are there for us and our loved ones when we need them, and they deserve to feel safe and be supported as they do their jobs saving lives and caring for others.

Let’s make sure we invest in them!

#WHWWeek #SafeandSupported

During #WHWWeek , we celebrate Mr. Denis Songay, a clinician deployed under USAID Afya Endelevu (Sustainable Health) project for bringing new hope to Clients visiting the HIV Care and Treatment Centre of Makambako RC Dispensary in Njombe Region.
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Recently, Assistant Administrator for Global Health Atul Gawande visited Indore to see USAID's collaboration with local health centers. Together with skilled health workers & cutting-edge technology, they're enhancing access & quality healthcare for communities. #WHWWeek

🌍Join us for the virtual launch of #PEPFAR 's Nursing Leadership Initiative!

Learn how PEPFAR will support #nurses to continue driving progress in the fight against HIV/AIDS while addressing emerging health threats🩺 #WHWWeek

🗓️Monday March 25
🕘9:15 AM ET

Register⬇️

It’s World Health Worker Week! Follow along with USAID Global Health this week to learn more about USAID’s work supporting incredible #HWHeroes worldwide. #WHWWeek

Celebrating all the #healthcare workers who have dedicated their lives to ensuring that we all live #healthy and fulfilling lives. #WHWWeek #WorldHealthDay #HealthForAll #HealthSystems

🆕 InfoStory on real value of #essential work❗

🔵 #healthworkers face ↗️ #OSH challenges, including exposure to #psychological risks. Working conditions in care work reflect #women ’s gender segregation, ↘️ remuneration & pay gaps: International Labour Organization

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Like many nurses, Ann Odinga is often the first health worker patients see in Kaluo Health Centre in Siaya County. 'This is my community; I do not consider it work serving my people,' Ann said. #ProtectInvestTogether #WHWWeek

Rose Magayi is a #CHW changing lives and delivering health services to last mile communities. # #SafeSupportedHealthWorkers like Rose are the backbone of responsive health systems. Watch her story: bit.ly/3Sq8aU4 #WHWWeek #UHC