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9 April 2026

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First-ever WHO Forum unites 800+ Collaborating Centres for stronger scientific collaboration

7 April 2026

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WHO and France shift One Health vision to action with new high-impact initiatives

6 April 2026

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WHO calls for action: “Together for health. Stand with science.” to mark World Health Day

28 March 2026

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WHO Member States agree to extend negotiations on key annex to the Pandemic Agreement

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14 April

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25 April

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Ultra‑processed foods: a One Health agenda for action and accountability

10 April 2026 13:00 – 14:30 CET

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Hand hygiene action saves live! Are you ready to plan and act?

13 April 2026 13:00 – 14:00 CET

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World Chagas Disease Day 2026 ̶ Women at the heart: protecting the next generation from Chagas disease

14 April 2026

WHO Health Emergencies EPI-WIN webinar: cholera in humanitarian settings

15 April 2026 13:00 – 14:00 CET

Global launch: WHO curriculum guide for community health workers

15 April 2026 13:30 – 14:45 UTC Time

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