Article
26 Sep 2024
Jamaica and other Caribbean countries are known for their leadership in advocating globally for action on noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). Jamaica Minister of Health and Wellness Dr. Christopher Tufton explains how and why in this episode of the NCD...
Report
19 Sep 2024
This publication explores the topic of integrated approaches for women’s cancers, providing insights from the perspective of those accessing care, to service delivery and across the building blocks of the health systems. It offers a picture of the...
Declaration
18 Sep 2024
Pharmacists have a crucial role to play in tobacco and nicotine use cessation in order to reduce the heavy burden of non-communicable diseases. This policy statement, adopted by the FIP Council in September 2024, makes recommendations for pharmacists...
16 Sep 2024
This course is designed to equip decision and policy-makers with the necessary skills to reorient health systems towards PHC. View a short video here about the course for more information. This comprehensive 80-hour course is divided into four sectio...
Database
13 Sep 2024
The ILAE Gateway provides easy access to the information and resources needed by professionals working to improve lives affected by epilepsy. All three interactive Gateways provide opportunities for professionals to share examples of act...
Report
13 Sep 2024
This report captured the proceedings of the 2024 Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing, held in Bali under the theme "Reframing Ageing." It brought together insights from 479 participants across 38 countries, showcasing innovative pol...
Publication
10 Sep 2024
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for 74% of all deaths and 86% of premature deaths in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs). Yet, the world is far from meeting the globally agreed targets for their control. Even in this unp...
Publication
09 Sep 2024
The first edition of Basic occupational safety and health for respiratory diseases: A desk guide for health facilities outlines a comprehensive approach to respiratory health, which health facilities can adapt and implement in resource-limi...
Publication
09 Sep 2024
This resource provides practical guidance for front line health workers responsible for the diagnosis, management and care of patients with these two diseases. Published in collaboration with the World Diabetes Foundation.
Case study
04 Sep 2024
Cervical cancer remains a global health challenge. With an estimated 604,000 new cases and 342,000 deaths worldwide in 2020, cervical cancer is the fourth most frequently diagnosed cancer and the fourth leading cause of death from cancer among women....
Report
03 Sep 2024
This report describes the current state of breast cancer care in the Middle East and Africa. Nine countries (Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Israel, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Türkiye, and United Arab Emirates) are included. The report builds on a...
Strategy document
22 Aug 2024
The Medicines Patent Pool (MPP) Strategy for 2023-2025 outlines a comprehensive plan to enhance global health by ensuring that people in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) have rapid access to effective and affordable medical treatments and hea...
