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In the realm of global health and international development, effective collaboration between healthcare providers and aid organizations is critical. To ensure such collaboration, a professional approach grounded in problem-solving should be maintained, avoiding the focus on individual attitudes or behaviors. Resource allocation is one such area where a healthcare provider may negotiate with an aid …

Fostering Collaborative Relationships Between Healthcare Providers and Aid Organizations: Effective Strategies Read More »

Ministries of Health (MOHs) can reform their research and development ecosystems for infectious disease by taking a more proactive approach to identify and prioritize research needs, improving collaboration and sharing of information across different sectors, increasing funding for research and development, and ensuring that research is transparent, rigorous, and ethically conducted. Ten strategies for reforming …

Revamping Infectious Disease R&D Ecosystems: A Comprehensive and Collaborative Approach for Ministries of Health Read More »

Antibiotic resistance is a growing concern across the world, with increasing numbers of bacterial infections becoming resistant to traditional treatments. According to some estimates, antibiotic-resistant bugs could kill as many as cancer by 2050. This is a frightening prospect, given that cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Antibiotic resistance occurs when …

Emerging Antibiotic Resistance: A Global Concern in the Battle Against Bacterial Infections Read More »

The mining of cobalt has become a contentious issue in the tech industry due to its importance as a component in batteries used in mobile devices and electronic vehicles. Cobalt mining has come under scrutiny as inhumane and hazardous working conditions, including child labor, have been uncovered. The use of child labor in the mining …

Balancing Global Public Health and Technological Progress: The Ethical Dilemma of Cobalt Mining in the Tech Industry Read More »

The most recent earthquake that hit both Syria and Turkey in 2023, highlighted the marked difference between the two countries’ emergency and humanitarian response. In the aftermath of the earthquake, Turkey’s response was quick, organized, and able to save many lives. On the other hand, Syria’s response was slow, disorganized, and unable to respond effectively …

Exploring the Link between Broken Political Systems in Syria and Varied Earthquake Response: Lessons from Turkey’s Response to Strained Situations Read More »

Drought will have significant impact on public health in Europe in 2023. As water resources are depleted, there can be an increased risk of waterborne diseases, particularly if people are forced to use untreated or contaminated water sources. In addition to the direct health impacts of drought, there can also be indirect impacts on public …

Impending European Drought: Taking Action to Protect Public Health Read More »

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern in the public health world. It refers to the ability of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites to resist the effects of antimicrobial drugs that were initially used to treat infections. The World Health Organization (WHO) describes AMR as one of the most significant threats to …

How Anti-Microbial Resistance Could Trigger the Next Epidemic: Understanding the Threat and Finding Solutions Read More »

The world has always been plagued by diseases, but the increased emergence of zoonotic diseases has created a new set of challenges for public health officials around the world. Zoonoses refer to diseases that are transferred from animals to humans, and they have become increasingly common in recent years. The reasons for this rise in …

The Animal Connection: Exploring Why Zoonotic Diseases are Increasing Read More »

Building digital health tools to support female community health volunteers in remote communities in Nepal can have a major impact on healthcare access and outcomes. Nepal is a country that is well known for its challenging terrain and limited healthcare infrastructure, which means that access to healthcare is often limited in remote areas. However, with …

The Heart of Nepali Rural Health: Empowering Female Community Health Volunteers with Digital Health Read More »

The intersection of blockchain, degrowth, and value-based healthcare is an intriguing topic to explore. Each of these concepts addresses a unique aspect of the modern society and its challenges. Blockchain technology, with its decentralized, secure, and immutable nature, has the potential to transform healthcare services by ensuring transparency, interoperability, and data security. It can make …

Building Sustainable Healthcare Systems: The Intersection of Blockchain, Value-Based Care and Degrowth Read More »