Mobilisers on Motorbikes: The Complex Process of Involving Communities in Clinical Trials 29/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan Engaging people from a nomadic community in rural Kenya in a clinical trial involved employing community mobilisers on motorbikes and understanding seasonal and cultural practices. Geographic touchpoints such as waterholes and schools were mapped as places to find trial participants as they searched for grazing and water for their cattle and goats. This was a […] Continue reading -> WHO Staff in Geneva Call for Freeze In Layoffs and Independent Review of Downsizing Plans 27/09/2025 Editorial team Staff unrest at the World Health Organization’s Geneva headquarters reached a new milestone this week, as the WHO Staff Association (HQSA) adopted three resolutions challenging the fairness and legitimacy of the Organization’s ongoing restructuring process, which has already led to post abolitions, reassignments, and widespread anxiety. In two meetings, Monday and Friday, attended by some […] Continue reading -> ‘Mismatch’ in the Air – Experts Call for Lung Health to be a Priority in Tackling Chronic Diseases 26/09/2025 Raisa Santos NEW YORK – Although chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) are the third leading cause of death globally, there remains a ‘mismatch’ between impact and action, said a group of global health leaders and experts on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly. “There is a mismatch between the disease [impact] from CRD and the action against […] Continue reading -> UN Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases Fails to Win Approval After US Foils Consensus 25/09/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher NEW YORK CITY – A painstakingly negotiated Political Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases with overwhelming support from UN member states failed to win formal endorsement at a special High Level Session of the General Assembly (GA) Thursday – after the United States torpedoed its adoption by consensus. The last minute moves means that the draft declaration […] Continue reading -> Focus on Hypertension and Mental Health on Eve of UN Meeting on NCDs 24/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan World leaders are expected to commit to 150 million fewer tobacco users, 150 million more people under hypertension management, and 150 million more people with access to mental care by 2030 at the United Nations on Thursday. These targets are in the final draft of the political declaration set for adoption at the UN High-Level […] Continue reading -> ‘The Elders’ Highlight Global Leadership Vacuum Amid Climate and Pandemic Threats 23/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan Despite the massive challenges of climate change, disease outbreaks and conflict, there is a glaring lack of leadership committed to long-term, science-based solutions, former world leaders told a meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. “We need leaders who have a long-term view and take decisions that, many times, […] Continue reading -> A Problem Shared Is a Problem Halved: Why Cities Are Essential for Confronting the NCD Crisis 22/09/2025 Ariella Rojhani & Etienne Krug On 25 September, world leaders will gather at the United Nations for the Fourth High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs). It comes at a pivotal moment: funding for global health has plummeted, while NCDs like heart disease, cancer and diabetes continue to claim 75% of all lives lost worldwide. This amid recent efforts to water […] Continue reading -> Staff Unrest at WHO – ‘Extraordinary’ Assembly Shifts Gears from Silence to Sirens 21/09/2025 Concerned WHO Staff In a 4 September message, the WHO/HQ Staff Association called for an Extraordinary General Assembly (EGA), now due to take place on Monday, 22 September. The message acknowledged what many staff were feeling: profound change, deep uncertainty, and a heavy personal and professional toll. Their statement flagged key concerns raised by many WHO staff about […] Continue reading -> ‘America First’ Global Health Strategy Commits to Funding Medicines and Health Workers – In Time-Limited, Bilateral Deals 19/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan The United States will resume funding HIV, tuberculosis, malaria and polio medicine and the salaries of health workers directly delivering most of these services to patients through bilateral deals with governments and faith-based organizations– at least for the 2026 financial year, according to the America First Global Health Strategy unveiled by the US State Department […] Continue reading -> Investing in WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ to Prevent NCDs Could Yield 4x Reward 18/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan For every $1 invested in cost-effective “best buys” to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) over the next five years, there would be a four-fold return in social and economic benefits, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO’s 29 “best buys” focus on reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, addressing unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older Posts Newer Posts
WHO Staff in Geneva Call for Freeze In Layoffs and Independent Review of Downsizing Plans 27/09/2025 Editorial team Staff unrest at the World Health Organization’s Geneva headquarters reached a new milestone this week, as the WHO Staff Association (HQSA) adopted three resolutions challenging the fairness and legitimacy of the Organization’s ongoing restructuring process, which has already led to post abolitions, reassignments, and widespread anxiety. In two meetings, Monday and Friday, attended by some […] Continue reading -> ‘Mismatch’ in the Air – Experts Call for Lung Health to be a Priority in Tackling Chronic Diseases 26/09/2025 Raisa Santos NEW YORK – Although chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) are the third leading cause of death globally, there remains a ‘mismatch’ between impact and action, said a group of global health leaders and experts on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly. “There is a mismatch between the disease [impact] from CRD and the action against […] Continue reading -> UN Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases Fails to Win Approval After US Foils Consensus 25/09/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher NEW YORK CITY – A painstakingly negotiated Political Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases with overwhelming support from UN member states failed to win formal endorsement at a special High Level Session of the General Assembly (GA) Thursday – after the United States torpedoed its adoption by consensus. The last minute moves means that the draft declaration […] Continue reading -> Focus on Hypertension and Mental Health on Eve of UN Meeting on NCDs 24/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan World leaders are expected to commit to 150 million fewer tobacco users, 150 million more people under hypertension management, and 150 million more people with access to mental care by 2030 at the United Nations on Thursday. These targets are in the final draft of the political declaration set for adoption at the UN High-Level […] Continue reading -> ‘The Elders’ Highlight Global Leadership Vacuum Amid Climate and Pandemic Threats 23/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan Despite the massive challenges of climate change, disease outbreaks and conflict, there is a glaring lack of leadership committed to long-term, science-based solutions, former world leaders told a meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. “We need leaders who have a long-term view and take decisions that, many times, […] Continue reading -> A Problem Shared Is a Problem Halved: Why Cities Are Essential for Confronting the NCD Crisis 22/09/2025 Ariella Rojhani & Etienne Krug On 25 September, world leaders will gather at the United Nations for the Fourth High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs). It comes at a pivotal moment: funding for global health has plummeted, while NCDs like heart disease, cancer and diabetes continue to claim 75% of all lives lost worldwide. This amid recent efforts to water […] Continue reading -> Staff Unrest at WHO – ‘Extraordinary’ Assembly Shifts Gears from Silence to Sirens 21/09/2025 Concerned WHO Staff In a 4 September message, the WHO/HQ Staff Association called for an Extraordinary General Assembly (EGA), now due to take place on Monday, 22 September. The message acknowledged what many staff were feeling: profound change, deep uncertainty, and a heavy personal and professional toll. Their statement flagged key concerns raised by many WHO staff about […] Continue reading -> ‘America First’ Global Health Strategy Commits to Funding Medicines and Health Workers – In Time-Limited, Bilateral Deals 19/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan The United States will resume funding HIV, tuberculosis, malaria and polio medicine and the salaries of health workers directly delivering most of these services to patients through bilateral deals with governments and faith-based organizations– at least for the 2026 financial year, according to the America First Global Health Strategy unveiled by the US State Department […] Continue reading -> Investing in WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ to Prevent NCDs Could Yield 4x Reward 18/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan For every $1 invested in cost-effective “best buys” to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) over the next five years, there would be a four-fold return in social and economic benefits, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO’s 29 “best buys” focus on reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, addressing unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older Posts Newer Posts
‘Mismatch’ in the Air – Experts Call for Lung Health to be a Priority in Tackling Chronic Diseases 26/09/2025 Raisa Santos NEW YORK – Although chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) are the third leading cause of death globally, there remains a ‘mismatch’ between impact and action, said a group of global health leaders and experts on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly. “There is a mismatch between the disease [impact] from CRD and the action against […] Continue reading -> UN Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases Fails to Win Approval After US Foils Consensus 25/09/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher NEW YORK CITY – A painstakingly negotiated Political Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases with overwhelming support from UN member states failed to win formal endorsement at a special High Level Session of the General Assembly (GA) Thursday – after the United States torpedoed its adoption by consensus. The last minute moves means that the draft declaration […] Continue reading -> Focus on Hypertension and Mental Health on Eve of UN Meeting on NCDs 24/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan World leaders are expected to commit to 150 million fewer tobacco users, 150 million more people under hypertension management, and 150 million more people with access to mental care by 2030 at the United Nations on Thursday. These targets are in the final draft of the political declaration set for adoption at the UN High-Level […] Continue reading -> ‘The Elders’ Highlight Global Leadership Vacuum Amid Climate and Pandemic Threats 23/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan Despite the massive challenges of climate change, disease outbreaks and conflict, there is a glaring lack of leadership committed to long-term, science-based solutions, former world leaders told a meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. “We need leaders who have a long-term view and take decisions that, many times, […] Continue reading -> A Problem Shared Is a Problem Halved: Why Cities Are Essential for Confronting the NCD Crisis 22/09/2025 Ariella Rojhani & Etienne Krug On 25 September, world leaders will gather at the United Nations for the Fourth High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs). It comes at a pivotal moment: funding for global health has plummeted, while NCDs like heart disease, cancer and diabetes continue to claim 75% of all lives lost worldwide. This amid recent efforts to water […] Continue reading -> Staff Unrest at WHO – ‘Extraordinary’ Assembly Shifts Gears from Silence to Sirens 21/09/2025 Concerned WHO Staff In a 4 September message, the WHO/HQ Staff Association called for an Extraordinary General Assembly (EGA), now due to take place on Monday, 22 September. The message acknowledged what many staff were feeling: profound change, deep uncertainty, and a heavy personal and professional toll. Their statement flagged key concerns raised by many WHO staff about […] Continue reading -> ‘America First’ Global Health Strategy Commits to Funding Medicines and Health Workers – In Time-Limited, Bilateral Deals 19/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan The United States will resume funding HIV, tuberculosis, malaria and polio medicine and the salaries of health workers directly delivering most of these services to patients through bilateral deals with governments and faith-based organizations– at least for the 2026 financial year, according to the America First Global Health Strategy unveiled by the US State Department […] Continue reading -> Investing in WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ to Prevent NCDs Could Yield 4x Reward 18/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan For every $1 invested in cost-effective “best buys” to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) over the next five years, there would be a four-fold return in social and economic benefits, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO’s 29 “best buys” focus on reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, addressing unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older Posts Newer Posts
UN Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases Fails to Win Approval After US Foils Consensus 25/09/2025 Elaine Ruth Fletcher NEW YORK CITY – A painstakingly negotiated Political Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases with overwhelming support from UN member states failed to win formal endorsement at a special High Level Session of the General Assembly (GA) Thursday – after the United States torpedoed its adoption by consensus. The last minute moves means that the draft declaration […] Continue reading -> Focus on Hypertension and Mental Health on Eve of UN Meeting on NCDs 24/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan World leaders are expected to commit to 150 million fewer tobacco users, 150 million more people under hypertension management, and 150 million more people with access to mental care by 2030 at the United Nations on Thursday. These targets are in the final draft of the political declaration set for adoption at the UN High-Level […] Continue reading -> ‘The Elders’ Highlight Global Leadership Vacuum Amid Climate and Pandemic Threats 23/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan Despite the massive challenges of climate change, disease outbreaks and conflict, there is a glaring lack of leadership committed to long-term, science-based solutions, former world leaders told a meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. “We need leaders who have a long-term view and take decisions that, many times, […] Continue reading -> A Problem Shared Is a Problem Halved: Why Cities Are Essential for Confronting the NCD Crisis 22/09/2025 Ariella Rojhani & Etienne Krug On 25 September, world leaders will gather at the United Nations for the Fourth High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs). It comes at a pivotal moment: funding for global health has plummeted, while NCDs like heart disease, cancer and diabetes continue to claim 75% of all lives lost worldwide. This amid recent efforts to water […] Continue reading -> Staff Unrest at WHO – ‘Extraordinary’ Assembly Shifts Gears from Silence to Sirens 21/09/2025 Concerned WHO Staff In a 4 September message, the WHO/HQ Staff Association called for an Extraordinary General Assembly (EGA), now due to take place on Monday, 22 September. The message acknowledged what many staff were feeling: profound change, deep uncertainty, and a heavy personal and professional toll. Their statement flagged key concerns raised by many WHO staff about […] Continue reading -> ‘America First’ Global Health Strategy Commits to Funding Medicines and Health Workers – In Time-Limited, Bilateral Deals 19/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan The United States will resume funding HIV, tuberculosis, malaria and polio medicine and the salaries of health workers directly delivering most of these services to patients through bilateral deals with governments and faith-based organizations– at least for the 2026 financial year, according to the America First Global Health Strategy unveiled by the US State Department […] Continue reading -> Investing in WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ to Prevent NCDs Could Yield 4x Reward 18/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan For every $1 invested in cost-effective “best buys” to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) over the next five years, there would be a four-fold return in social and economic benefits, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO’s 29 “best buys” focus on reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, addressing unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older Posts Newer Posts
Focus on Hypertension and Mental Health on Eve of UN Meeting on NCDs 24/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan World leaders are expected to commit to 150 million fewer tobacco users, 150 million more people under hypertension management, and 150 million more people with access to mental care by 2030 at the United Nations on Thursday. These targets are in the final draft of the political declaration set for adoption at the UN High-Level […] Continue reading -> ‘The Elders’ Highlight Global Leadership Vacuum Amid Climate and Pandemic Threats 23/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan Despite the massive challenges of climate change, disease outbreaks and conflict, there is a glaring lack of leadership committed to long-term, science-based solutions, former world leaders told a meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. “We need leaders who have a long-term view and take decisions that, many times, […] Continue reading -> A Problem Shared Is a Problem Halved: Why Cities Are Essential for Confronting the NCD Crisis 22/09/2025 Ariella Rojhani & Etienne Krug On 25 September, world leaders will gather at the United Nations for the Fourth High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs). It comes at a pivotal moment: funding for global health has plummeted, while NCDs like heart disease, cancer and diabetes continue to claim 75% of all lives lost worldwide. This amid recent efforts to water […] Continue reading -> Staff Unrest at WHO – ‘Extraordinary’ Assembly Shifts Gears from Silence to Sirens 21/09/2025 Concerned WHO Staff In a 4 September message, the WHO/HQ Staff Association called for an Extraordinary General Assembly (EGA), now due to take place on Monday, 22 September. The message acknowledged what many staff were feeling: profound change, deep uncertainty, and a heavy personal and professional toll. Their statement flagged key concerns raised by many WHO staff about […] Continue reading -> ‘America First’ Global Health Strategy Commits to Funding Medicines and Health Workers – In Time-Limited, Bilateral Deals 19/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan The United States will resume funding HIV, tuberculosis, malaria and polio medicine and the salaries of health workers directly delivering most of these services to patients through bilateral deals with governments and faith-based organizations– at least for the 2026 financial year, according to the America First Global Health Strategy unveiled by the US State Department […] Continue reading -> Investing in WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ to Prevent NCDs Could Yield 4x Reward 18/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan For every $1 invested in cost-effective “best buys” to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) over the next five years, there would be a four-fold return in social and economic benefits, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO’s 29 “best buys” focus on reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, addressing unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older Posts Newer Posts
‘The Elders’ Highlight Global Leadership Vacuum Amid Climate and Pandemic Threats 23/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan Despite the massive challenges of climate change, disease outbreaks and conflict, there is a glaring lack of leadership committed to long-term, science-based solutions, former world leaders told a meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. “We need leaders who have a long-term view and take decisions that, many times, […] Continue reading -> A Problem Shared Is a Problem Halved: Why Cities Are Essential for Confronting the NCD Crisis 22/09/2025 Ariella Rojhani & Etienne Krug On 25 September, world leaders will gather at the United Nations for the Fourth High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs). It comes at a pivotal moment: funding for global health has plummeted, while NCDs like heart disease, cancer and diabetes continue to claim 75% of all lives lost worldwide. This amid recent efforts to water […] Continue reading -> Staff Unrest at WHO – ‘Extraordinary’ Assembly Shifts Gears from Silence to Sirens 21/09/2025 Concerned WHO Staff In a 4 September message, the WHO/HQ Staff Association called for an Extraordinary General Assembly (EGA), now due to take place on Monday, 22 September. The message acknowledged what many staff were feeling: profound change, deep uncertainty, and a heavy personal and professional toll. Their statement flagged key concerns raised by many WHO staff about […] Continue reading -> ‘America First’ Global Health Strategy Commits to Funding Medicines and Health Workers – In Time-Limited, Bilateral Deals 19/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan The United States will resume funding HIV, tuberculosis, malaria and polio medicine and the salaries of health workers directly delivering most of these services to patients through bilateral deals with governments and faith-based organizations– at least for the 2026 financial year, according to the America First Global Health Strategy unveiled by the US State Department […] Continue reading -> Investing in WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ to Prevent NCDs Could Yield 4x Reward 18/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan For every $1 invested in cost-effective “best buys” to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) over the next five years, there would be a four-fold return in social and economic benefits, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO’s 29 “best buys” focus on reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, addressing unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older Posts Newer Posts
A Problem Shared Is a Problem Halved: Why Cities Are Essential for Confronting the NCD Crisis 22/09/2025 Ariella Rojhani & Etienne Krug On 25 September, world leaders will gather at the United Nations for the Fourth High-Level Meeting on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs). It comes at a pivotal moment: funding for global health has plummeted, while NCDs like heart disease, cancer and diabetes continue to claim 75% of all lives lost worldwide. This amid recent efforts to water […] Continue reading -> Staff Unrest at WHO – ‘Extraordinary’ Assembly Shifts Gears from Silence to Sirens 21/09/2025 Concerned WHO Staff In a 4 September message, the WHO/HQ Staff Association called for an Extraordinary General Assembly (EGA), now due to take place on Monday, 22 September. The message acknowledged what many staff were feeling: profound change, deep uncertainty, and a heavy personal and professional toll. Their statement flagged key concerns raised by many WHO staff about […] Continue reading -> ‘America First’ Global Health Strategy Commits to Funding Medicines and Health Workers – In Time-Limited, Bilateral Deals 19/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan The United States will resume funding HIV, tuberculosis, malaria and polio medicine and the salaries of health workers directly delivering most of these services to patients through bilateral deals with governments and faith-based organizations– at least for the 2026 financial year, according to the America First Global Health Strategy unveiled by the US State Department […] Continue reading -> Investing in WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ to Prevent NCDs Could Yield 4x Reward 18/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan For every $1 invested in cost-effective “best buys” to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) over the next five years, there would be a four-fold return in social and economic benefits, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO’s 29 “best buys” focus on reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, addressing unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older Posts Newer Posts
Staff Unrest at WHO – ‘Extraordinary’ Assembly Shifts Gears from Silence to Sirens 21/09/2025 Concerned WHO Staff In a 4 September message, the WHO/HQ Staff Association called for an Extraordinary General Assembly (EGA), now due to take place on Monday, 22 September. The message acknowledged what many staff were feeling: profound change, deep uncertainty, and a heavy personal and professional toll. Their statement flagged key concerns raised by many WHO staff about […] Continue reading -> ‘America First’ Global Health Strategy Commits to Funding Medicines and Health Workers – In Time-Limited, Bilateral Deals 19/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan The United States will resume funding HIV, tuberculosis, malaria and polio medicine and the salaries of health workers directly delivering most of these services to patients through bilateral deals with governments and faith-based organizations– at least for the 2026 financial year, according to the America First Global Health Strategy unveiled by the US State Department […] Continue reading -> Investing in WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ to Prevent NCDs Could Yield 4x Reward 18/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan For every $1 invested in cost-effective “best buys” to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) over the next five years, there would be a four-fold return in social and economic benefits, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO’s 29 “best buys” focus on reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, addressing unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older Posts Newer Posts
‘America First’ Global Health Strategy Commits to Funding Medicines and Health Workers – In Time-Limited, Bilateral Deals 19/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan The United States will resume funding HIV, tuberculosis, malaria and polio medicine and the salaries of health workers directly delivering most of these services to patients through bilateral deals with governments and faith-based organizations– at least for the 2026 financial year, according to the America First Global Health Strategy unveiled by the US State Department […] Continue reading -> Investing in WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ to Prevent NCDs Could Yield 4x Reward 18/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan For every $1 invested in cost-effective “best buys” to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) over the next five years, there would be a four-fold return in social and economic benefits, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO’s 29 “best buys” focus on reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, addressing unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older Posts Newer Posts
Investing in WHO’s ‘Best Buys’ to Prevent NCDs Could Yield 4x Reward 18/09/2025 Kerry Cullinan For every $1 invested in cost-effective “best buys” to prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) over the next five years, there would be a four-fold return in social and economic benefits, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO’s 29 “best buys” focus on reducing tobacco and alcohol consumption, addressing unhealthy diets and lack of exercise, […] Continue reading -> Posts navigation Older Posts Newer Posts