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Launch of new physical activity guidelines
WHO launches new recommendations on how to stay active and healthy for everyone. They include specific guidance for women throughout pregnancy and post-partum, people living with disabilities, elderly persons and people with diabetes and hypertension.
Speakers:
- Dr Ruediger Krech, Director for Health Promotion, World Health Organization
- Dr Fiona Bull, Unit head, Physical Activity, World Health Organization
- Juana Willumsen, Technical Officer, Physical Activity, World Health Organization
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