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The tobacco industry continues to sell death and destruction by using flavors, packaging and advertising.   Is there any “safe” product or consumption method? How does tobacco use harm your body? Join us today in .

Can your nose really tell if food is still safe to eat? In this Science and Cooking episode, we explain why relying on smell can be risky—and what you can do to stay safe.

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed deep fissures in our global preparedness to health emergencies — from unequal access to vaccines to a lack of coordinated response. The to ensure we’re better equipped next time. In this video, we break down the WHO pandemic treaty, why it matters, and how it aims to prevent, detect, and respond to future pandemics. Discover how countries are coming together to build a safer future through international health law. Because no one is safe until everyone is safe.

On 14 June, the world celebrates , a global tribute to the millions of voluntary, unpaid blood donors who give others a second chance at life. Their generosity not only saves lives but also strengthens communities and embodies the spirit of solidarity. It’s a day to say thank you, but also to spotlight the ongoing, urgent need for safe, regular blood donations. This year, we honor hope, the kind you give with every drop of blood. Because millions of patients around the world rely on blood transfusions every year, hope flows through every donation.

Accurate death certificates and coding are essential for quality mortality data and effective public health strategies.

Science is at the heart of food safety. It helps us understand what makes food unsafe and guides us on how to prevent foodborne diseases. The theme of (7 June) draws attention to the use of scientific knowledge as key to reducing illness, cutting costs and saving lives. With an estimated 600 million cases of foodborne illnesses annually, unsafe food poses a significant threat to human health and economies. This issue disproportionally affects vulnerable and marginalized people, especially women and children, populations affected by conflict, and migrants.

Every day, tobacco and nicotine industries use carefully engineered products and deceptive tactics to hook a new generation of users and keep existing ones. These products are highly addictive and designed to sustain use, trapping users in a cycle of dependence. Stricter regulations are needed to reduce the appeal of these products and protect current and future generations from their harmful effects. On (31 May), don’t let the tobacco and nicotine industries trick people with their playbook. Let’s stand together and make it crystal clear: No more tricks, no more traps.

This year's , 28 May, to ensure that menstruation does not limit access to education, health, or opportunity. Marked since 2014, Menstrual Hygiene Day, is about the persistent inequalities surrounding menstrual health and hygiene. The Day raises awareness that investments in menstrual health can have transformative impacts on girls’ and women’s lives. Menstruation hygiene support is . in the aftermath of the severe earthquake there.

Member States have approved the in a , marking a historic step toward its in the Assembly's plenary session.

Tea is the world’s most consumed drink, after water. It is believed to have originated in northeast India, north Myanmar and southwest China, with evidence of its consumption in China dating back 5,000 years. This year,  (21 May) highlights tea’s vital role in livelihoods, sustainability, and well-being. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the cultural heritage, health benefits and economic importance of tea, while working to make its production sustainable “from field to cup” ensuring its benefits for people, cultures and the environment continue for generations.

Paulo Trindade, an indigenous nurse vaccinates indigenous people in remote villages in Brazil. Thanks to his work and that of health teams across the region, with 's support, millions have access to vaccines and quality healthcare.

Sport has the power to promote peace, development, health and gender equality, as well as reducing poverty. As the world’s most popular sport, with four billion fans, football has the power to bring people together, strengthen communities, and bridge differences. It also has unparalleled potential to support the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. On this World Football Day (25 May), let us celebrate the universal spirit of football and harness its influence to promote health, equality, mutual understanding, and global solidarity.

Are vaccines safe? What’s actually in them? In this two-part episode of the podcast , Dr. Kate O’Brien breaks down how vaccines are tested, approved, and monitored even after they reach the public. She also explains what happens if a safety concern is flagged. 

Over the last 50 years, essential vaccines have saved at least 154 million lives. That’s 6 lives a minute, every day, for five decades. Under the banner, ‘Immunization for All is Humanly Possible’, aims to ensure even more children, adolescents, adults – and their communities – are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccines are proof that less disease, more life is possible when we put our minds to it. It’s time to show the world that immunization for all is humanly possible.