What is one of the most effective indicators of successful health outcomes in tackling infectious diseases? Trust. And in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a program training local influencers has resulted in more trusted local advisors in the fight against TB. See how this program’s success has proven to circumvent the stigma of the disease and has been implemented in other areas >>
People living with HIV and their health care providers reaped huge benefits with multi-month drug distribution, which eliminated monthly clinic visits for eligible patients. With a 6-month ART supply, patients’ adherence to treatment is at an all-time high. The new approach also spares them costly travel and eases staffing challenges at clinics. Read on to see other positive outcomes and what’s next>>
What exactly does an insectary manager and laboratory manager do? Meet these malaria fighters at Zimbabwe’s Africa University: two women leading state-of-the-art research, enabling Zimbabwe to stay ahead of malaria-transmitting mosquitoes. These women are part of a new generation of entomological experts leading vector control in Zimbabwe >>
Reliable access to electricity and internet connections powered by renewable energy is crucial for health facilities to serve their communities. For thousands of health centers in sub-Saharan Africa, this is a daunting challenge. Read on to see how—and why—financing has a role to play at this intersection of health outcomes and clean, dependable energy >>
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed another crisis: a lack of support and protection for health workers from governments and institutions. This world-wide deficit resulted in tragic losses in the health care field, even as workers were needed now more than ever. The World Health Organization is highlighting a way forward in a forum examining promising approaches >>
Private investments to fulfill the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) face a $4.2 trillion annual gap. Abt has launched a new webinar series to spotlight opportunities and tools for bridging that gap. Our kickoff discussion with investment professionals from Kiva Capital, USAID, Plan International, and Dalberg Advisors was moderated by Abt’s Arun Asok. Read more about this webinar and the series—and sign up for upcoming webinars >>
What is humanity’s best defense against a pandemic or other major threat? A fearless and well-trained workforce, new technologies, and adequate financing are crucial but insufficient. What’s missing is trust. Read more in this blog, originally published by PLoS (Public Library of Science) Global Health Policy>>
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