Ethiopian - Politician | March 3, 1965 -
While WHO has never had a director from Africa, no one should elect me because I am from Africa.
Tedros Adhanom
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I envision a world where everyone can lead healthy and productive lives, regardless of who they are or where they live.
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During World Immunization Week, we must celebrate our shared results and redouble our efforts to improve the health and lives of people everywhere.
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Vaccination and other essential preventive services must be delivered close within communities.
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Effective public-private partnerships will help drive the development of new products to meet the particular health needs of the poor and other vulnerable populations.
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New malaria cases fell by 21 percent between 2010 and 2015 worldwide, and malaria death rates fell by 29 percent in the same period. Yet, though malaria is preventable and treatable, it is still claiming too many lives around the world.
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I speak often about my personal experiences with malaria in the field as a young public health officer because it had such a profound impact on my life and my work.
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The Paris Agreement underlines the urgency to implement climate action in support of sustainable development.
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My experience in Ethiopia helped shape my vision for WHO. We need to promote evidence-based decision-making and awareness. Specifically, we need to advocate for research and development, champion and support global and regional coalitions, and strengthen national capacity.
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As a candidate for Director-General of the WHO, I believe there is a key role WHO needs to play to improve and advance mental health. It can help advocate for efficient resources and services - and efforts to reduce stigma - to be in place at local, national, and global levels.
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Women are the key to successful development and ongoing progress. In the workforce, their ingenuity, determination, and hard work help our economies thrive. In the government, they offer valuable perspective that can inform policy and remove barriers.
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Investing in girls and women is the smartest thing we can do, and will help us to improve opportunities for all people. With equal access to education, health care, employment, and representation in political and economic decision-making, girls and women are force to be reckoned with.
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