Past-Chair of WMA Associate Members, Past-Pres. of European Doctors. I tweet on health politics,but not only:good health also requires a decent society for all!
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These developments are a real threat to medical autonomy, which – even if it displeases some authorities – is a pillar of trustworthy medicine
The WMA is seriously concerned by developments in Türkiye that undermine the autonomy, self-regulation and independence of the medical profession. WMA's position:
wma.net/news-post/world-medi…
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The world’s physicians call for urgent global action against false health information.
Our new WMA Statement warns that false health claims and AI medical deepfakes threaten patient safety. It calls on governments, platforms and AI companies to act. wma.net/news-post/worlds-phy…
So important to support Colleagues in difficult situations!
Solidarity is essential, even if we can't do more than speak out – we should never forget those who fight for an ethical and respectful healthcare!
The World Medical Association (WMA) has condemned the Nicaraguan government's interference with the work of the country's doctors.
Full Press Release: lnkd.in/erUnz2BU
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Diseases we almost defeated could return, WMA warns over childhood vaccine schedule changes
Full Press Release: lnkd.in/e9x8c92J
Important document, really, adopted today in Rotterdam by the GA of the World Medical Association.
Global Physicians Demand Accountability for Attacks on Healthcare. WMA has adopted the Declaration of Rotterdam on the Protection of Medical Neutrality at its General Assembly: wma.net/news-post/global-phy…
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Adolescent suicide rates have risen in every region of the world. The WMA's policy calls on physicians to be trained to spot the signs before it's too late. Read the full policy test: wma.net/policies-post/wma-st…
#WSPD2026
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
Excellent!
WMA really needs more participation from non-western countries, to be and remain a balanced world organisation.
Note that for this, WMA might also need to adjust its habits!
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WMA renews urgent appeal to Israeli authorities over detained Gaza physicians, citing "grave concerns" for Dr Abu Safiya's life
Full Press Release: ow.ly/cR4B50ZmSoL
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The proposed weakening of #GDPR risks confidentiality and patient data
European Doctors @CPME_EUROPA urge EU policymakers to safeguard robust protections for personal health data to ensure ethics and privacy
Find out more here: cpme.eu/news/weakening-of-gd…
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The World Medical Association will hold its General Assembly from 7–10 October 2026 in Rotterdam, bringing together physician leaders and national medical associations from around the world to shape global health policy and medical ethics.
👉 wma.net/events-post/wma-gene…
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In his closing remarks, Dr. Ramin Parsa-Parsi, SecGen of the WMA, concluded The 3rd Open Expert Meeting on the Revision of the WMA Declaration of Taipei gave a strong call to place equity, justice and trust at the centre of health data governance.
Go and have a look: whatever you're looking for, you'll find appropriate elements.
The World Medical Association’s policies help guide physicians, medical associations and decision-makers on some of the most pressing ethical, clinical and public health challenges.
Discover all WMA policies: wma.net/policy/current-polic…
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A decade after UN #Resolution2286 was passed, WHPA calls for an end to continued attacks on health personnel in conflicts.
WHPA urges states to hold perpetrators accountable and stop attacks on healthcare.
👉 bit.ly/4d7nXRL
#interprofessionalcollaboration
#NotATarget
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The WMA Council adopted a new Resolution on Childhood Vaccination Programmes, warning against relaxing routine immunisation and reaffirming vaccination as a cornerstone of global public health.
Read more: wma.net/news-post/physician-…
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The 232nd WMA Council Session in Belgrade brought together delegates worldwide for vital dialogue, decisions and collaboration.
Special thanks to the Serbian Medical Chamber for outstanding hospitality and organisation.
wma.net/policy/current-polic…
#WMACouncil2026
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The 232nd WMA Council Session has adopted a revised Statement on Medical Care for Migrants, reaffirming that access to healthcare is a fundamental human right and that care must be based on clinical need alone, without discrimination: wma.net/news-post/wma-counci…
#WMACouncil2026
This has to be said (and listened to, yes!)
The World Medical Association Council has adopted a Resolution on Escalating Global Armed Conflict and Violence and Restoring Peace at its meeting in Belgrade today.
Full Press Release: wma.net/news-post/wma-counci…
#MedicalEthics #HealthCareProtection #WMACouncil2026
Hoping there is no further appeal – this could at last be the end of this difficult story where Colleagues of the TMA admirably stuck to the ethical principles of our profession, whatever the price they had to pay. Congratulations!
WMA welcomes the conclusion of legal proceedings concerning the former Council of the Turkish Medical Association. WMA consistently supported @ttborgtr and reaffirmed the importance of independent NMAs.
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The World Medical Association will convene its 232nd Council Session in Belgrade.
From global health challenges to medical ethics and professional practice, discussions in Belgrade will help inform WMA positions and future actions across its global network.
#WMACouncil2026
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The World Medical Association will convene its 232nd Council Session in Belgrade.
From global health challenges to medical ethics and professional practice, discussions in Belgrade will help inform WMA positions and future actions across its global network.
#WMACouncil2026
