Since their introduction, COVID-19 vaccines have saved millions of lives around the world by providing protection against severe disease, hospitalization, and death. Those providing care for high-risk individuals should wear a medical mask and test for COVID-19 if they develop any of the symptoms of COVID-19. For those who need treatment, health-care professionals suggest treatments for COVID-19 based on the severity of the disease and the risk of it getting worse. Medical treatment exists for COVID-19, although most people recover from mild illness without needing treatment.The Access to COVID-19 Tools (ACT) Accelerator, launched by WHO and partners, was an unprecedented global effort to rapidly develop and deploy diagnostics, treatments, and vaccines.WHO advises on COVID-19 vaccination through its Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE).About 6% develop post COVID-19 condition (PCC, or long COVID), however, which can cause lasting symptoms such as memory issues, fatigue or breathing difficulties.Ongoing activities in this respect include regular issuance of Disease Outbreak News posts, supporting ongoing research, updating guidance, monitoring virus trends, and evaluating vaccine composition.COVID-19 vaccines continue to provide strong protection against severe illness and death.Since their introduction, COVID-19 vaccines have saved millions of lives around the world by providing protection against severe disease, hospitalization, and death. Weekly epidemiological update on COVID-19 - 25 August 2023 A new WHO/Europe COVID-19 Information Hub is replacing the previous COVID-19 Situation Dashboard to serve as a comprehensive resource, providing links to the most current health information, datasets and products concerning COVID-19.To guide this shift, WHO has developed a strategic and operational plan to help countries manage COVID-19 as part of routine health systems.Taking stock of the health-related SDG during COVID-19The virus can also enter the body when someone touches contaminated surfaces like doorknobs or handles and then touches the eyes, nose or mouth.Partnering with the European Union to support and strengthen vaccinationBecause of increasing immunity from past infections and/or vaccination, most people recover without treatment.During the COVID-19 pandemic several public health measures were adopted, including lockdowns and limitations of access to public spaces for physical activity. Cases of novel coronavirus (nCoV) were first detected in China in December 2019, with the virus spreading rapidly to other countries across the world. Infected people may also spread the virus in the absence of symptoms or in the days prior to developing any symptoms. SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, spreads through the air via infectious respiratory particles released when an infected person breathes, talks, coughs, or sneezes. Vaccination remains a key preventive measure against severe disease. Conditions that increase risk include diabetes, health or lung disease, obesity and weakened immune systems. This report explores the multifaceted nexus between health and tourism within the WHO European Region, emphasizing the importance of sustainable tourism...Even though vaccines protect against severe disease and death, they have limited impact on reducing transmission.The potential consequences of severe COVID-19 include respiratory failure, sepsis, thromboembolism (blood clots), and multiorgan failure, including injury of the heart, liver or kidneys, and death.Taking stock of the health-related SDG during COVID-19During the COVID-19 pandemic several public health measures were adopted, including lockdowns and limitations of access to public spaces for physical activity.To guide this shift, WHO has developed a strategic and operational plan to help countries manage COVID-19 as part of routine health systems.Because of increasing immunity from past infections and/or vaccination, most people recover without treatment.People may experience different symptoms with COVID-19. Some people who have had COVID-19, whether they needed hospitalization or not, continue to experience symptoms long after the infectious period has ended. In rare situations, children can develop a severe inflammatory syndrome a few weeks after infection and may require medical attention and hospitalization. The potential consequences of severe COVID-19 include respiratory failure, sepsis, thromboembolism (blood clots), and multiorgan failure, including injury of the heart, liver or kidneys, and death. This led WHO to declare a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on 30 January 2020 and to characterize the outbreak as a pandemic on 11 March 2020.A review committee will be established to develop long-term, standing recommendations for countries on how to manage COVID-19 on an ongoing basis.COVID-19 still causes severe disease, but up-to-date vaccines are effective, new research showsThe most common symptoms include fatigue, aches and pains in muscles or joints, breathlessness, headaches, and difficulty in thinking or concentrating.On 25 October 2023 WHO/Europe made several changes to its respiratory virus surveillance and data reporting systems.Women leaders shift thinking on mental health and immunization in North MacedoniaTo prevent severe illness, hospitalization and death due to COVID-19, vaccination should be considered, particularly if you are at higher risk of serious illness, or if you are a health and care worker caring for those at higher risk.COVAX, its vaccine pillar, proved a ground-breaking global initiative to accelerate vaccine development and production, and ensure equitable global access to COVID-19 vaccines. Taking stock of the health-related SDG during COVID-19 WHO remains committed to learning more about long COVID and to finding ways to improve the medium- and long-term outcomes for people affected by it, as Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge ... Effective and sustainable laboratory services are important components of robust health systems. This report explores the multifaceted nexus between health and tourism within the WHO European Region, emphasizing the importance of sustainable tourism... Weekly epidemiological update on COVID-19 - 22 March 2023 A review committee will be established to develop long-term, standing recommendations for countries on how to manage COVID-19 on an ongoing basis. This led WHO to declare a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on 30 January 2020 and to characterize the outbreak as a pandemic on 11 March 2020. The COVID-19 Monthly Operational Update reports on WHO and partners’ actions in response to the pandemic. Ongoing activities in this respect include regular issuance of Disease Outbreak News posts, supporting ongoing research, updating guidance, monitoring virus trends, and evaluating vaccine composition. WHO also provided countries with strategic and policy recommendations, technical guidance, and tools. The virus can also spread by touching contaminated surfaces and then the eyes, nose or mouth.Effective and sustainable laboratory services are important components of robust health systems.There are a number of things that people can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19.In rare situations, children can develop a severe inflammatory syndrome a few weeks after infection and may require medical attention and hospitalization.It is important to stay up to date with local recommendations provided by national health authories.They consider the person’s age, symptoms, any coexisting health conditions, and individual factors which might interfere with specific treatments. COVID-19 still causes severe disease, but up-to-date vaccines are effective, new research shows WHO recommended 13 vaccines for emergency use, guiding countries and UN agencies in their procurement, and led global coordination on research and development, and setting standards for vaccines, tests, and treatments. Even though vaccines protect against severe disease and death, they have limited impact on reducing transmission. Coronavirus disease (COVID- COVID-19 vaccines continue to provide strong protection against severe illness and death. Health and care workers face higher exposure risk due to their work environment. Because of increasing immunity from past infections and/or vaccination, most people recover without treatment. The European Union (EU) and WHO/Europe together provide critical assistance to Member States and territories of the WHO European Region on effective vaccination against COVID-19 an ... Partnering with the European Union to support and strengthen vaccination COVID-19 epidemiological update – 16 February 2024 Older adults, people with underlying health conditions, and unvaccinated individuals are at higher risk of severe illness. During the COVID-19 pandemic several public health measures were adopted, including lockdowns and limitations of access to public spaces for physical activity. Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, over 2 million people in the European Region have died from the disease. This does not mean the pandemic itself is over, but the global emergency it caused is – for now. A timeline of WHO’s response to COVID-19 in the WHO European Region: a living document (update to version... SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, spreads through the air via infectious respiratory particles released when an infected person breathes, talks, coughs, or sneezes.The European Union (EU) and WHO/Europe together provide critical assistance to Member States and territories of the WHO European Region on effective vaccination against COVID-19 an ...Cases of novel coronavirus (nCoV) were first detected in China in December 2019, with the virus spreading rapidly to other countries across the world.The COVID-19 Monthly Operational Update reports on WHO and partners’ actions in response to the pandemic.Health and care workers face higher exposure risk due to their work environment.In November 2023, given that most of the global population had by that time been infected at least once, WHO updated its recommendations stating that a single dose of vaccine can be considered for those who have not yet been vaccinated. Additional protective equipment should be considered for health workers taking part in aerosol-generating procedures, in consultation with occupational health and safety advisors. There are a number of things that people can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Medical treatment exists for COVID-19, although most people recover from mild illness without needing treatment. The virus can also enter the body when someone touches contaminated surfaces like doorknobs or handles and then touches the eyes, nose or mouth. The most common symptoms include fatigue, aches and pains in muscles or joints, breathlessness, headaches, and difficulty in thinking or concentrating. Vaccination remains a key preventive measure against severe disease.Additional protective equipment should be considered for health workers taking part in aerosol-generating procedures, in consultation with occupational health and safety advisors.Older adults, people with underlying health conditions, and unvaccinated individuals are at higher risk of severe illness.People who have underlying health conditions are at higher risk of developing severe disease when they have COVID-19; they should seek medical help early if worried about their condition.It is still possible to spread COVID-19 to others if you are infected after being vaccinated.The COVID-19 Situation Dashboard played a pivotal role in providing essential information during the early stages of the pandemic.This does not mean the pandemic itself is over, but the global emergency it caused is – for now.WHO recommended 13 vaccines for emergency use, guiding countries and UN agencies in their procurement, and led global coordination on research and development, and setting standards for vaccines, tests, and treatments. In November 2023, given that most of the global population had by that time been infected at least once, WHO updated its recommendations stating that a single dose of vaccine can be considered for those who have not yet been vaccinated. They consider the person’s age, symptoms, any coexisting health conditions, and individual factors which might interfere with specific treatments. People are more likely to catch the virus when they are close to the infected person, or when they are sharing a closed space with them. People may experience different symptoms with COVID-19. PCC an affect daily life and requires individualized care. About 6% develop post COVID-19 condition (PCC, or long COVID), however, which can cause lasting symptoms such as memory issues, fatigue or breathing difficulties. Vaccination remains a key preventive measure against severe disease.WHO recommended 13 vaccines for emergency use, guiding countries and UN agencies in their procurement, and led global coordination on research and development, and setting standards for vaccines, tests, and treatments.People may experience different symptoms with COVID-19.People who have underlying health conditions are at higher risk of developing severe disease when they have COVID-19; they should seek medical help early if worried about their condition.Older adults, people with underlying health conditions, and unvaccinated individuals are at higher risk of severe illness.Additional protective equipment should be considered for health workers taking part in aerosol-generating procedures, in consultation with occupational health and safety advisors.This does not mean the pandemic itself is over, but the global emergency it caused is – for now.It is still possible to spread COVID-19 to others if you are infected after being vaccinated.The COVID-19 Situation Dashboard played a pivotal role in providing essential information during the early stages of the pandemic. COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which spreads through the air in infectious respiratory particles from an infected person. On 25 October 2023 WHO/Europe made several changes to its respiratory virus surveillance and data reporting systems. To guide this shift, WHO has developed a strategic and operational plan to help countries manage COVID-19 as part of routine health systems. COVAX, its vaccine pillar, proved a ground-breaking global initiative to accelerate vaccine development and production, and ensure equitable global access to COVID-19 vaccines. The Access to COVID-19 Tools (ACT) Accelerator, launched by WHO and partners, was an unprecedented global effort to rapidly develop and deploy diagnostics, treatments, and vaccines. It is important to stay up to date with local recommendations provided by national health authories. WHO advises on COVID-19 vaccination through its Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE). It is still possible to spread COVID-19 to others if you are infected after being vaccinated. Women leaders shift thinking on mental health and immunization in North Macedonia A new WHO/Europe COVID-19 Information Hub is replacing the previous COVID-19 Situation Dashboard to serve as a comprehensive resource, providing links to the most current health information, datasets and products concerning COVID-19. The COVID-19 Situation Dashboard played a pivotal role in providing essential information during the early stages of the pandemic. The virus can also spread by touching contaminated surfaces and then the eyes, nose or mouth. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is a global outbreak of coronavirus – an infectious disease caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The plan promotes sustainable, evidence-based management of coronavirus threats, aligning COVID-19 responses with broader strategies for respiratory disease control and public health resilience. People who have underlying health conditions are at higher risk of developing severe disease when they have COVID-19; they should seek medical help early if worried about their condition. To prevent severe illness, hospitalization and death due to COVID-19, vaccination should be considered, particularly if you are at higher risk of serious illness, or if you are a health and care worker caring for those at higher risk.