Measles warning from WHO plus other top health stories
A round-up of health stories from the past fortnight, including a rise in measles risk and new data on young people’s mental health and work.
Why we need to strengthen health responses in humanitarian crises
Emergency plans are needed as when disaster strikes, it's often the already vulnerable, such as those with chronic health issues, who are most at risk.
Why integrated data is critical to personalizing healthcare
Creating more personalized, individually tailored healthcare requires not only technological innovation but also a shift in data governance and culture.
The gender health gap: It's more than a women’s issue. Here’s why
A new report confirms why tackling the disparities in men and women's healthcare is not only good for women but also the economy.
Why global health equity matters for all and what organizations can do to advance it
By championing health equity, we uplift the most vulnerable and marginalized among us and strengthen our global community against future health challenges.
How strategic public-private partnerships could revolutionize healthcare
Strategic public-private partnerships are transforming cardiovascular care in Latin America by steering people at high risk through preventative pathways.
Top weekend reads on Agenda: Luddites, art-tech, changing trade patterns, and more
Take a breath with this new weekly series that goes beyond the headlines to curate thoughtful expert takes and one-of-a-kind features that put the world's biggest changes into fresh context.
How cities can have an impact on healthier food options
Nutritious food can help us live healthy lives, but poor urban populations lack access. Here's how city leaders can work on improving healthy food and diet options.
5 critical drivers of women and children’s health in under-served rural and refugee communities
Women and children are most affected by healthcare gaps, particularly in a time marked by conflict and climate change. Only concerted joint action will give them equitable access.
'Striking inequities' as global cancer burden grows, and other health stories you need to know this week
Top health news: Cancer inequity as disease burden grows; Gentoo penguins killed by bird flu; Rio de Janeiro declares dengue fever public health emergency.
Health tech: this is how we harness its potential to transform healthcare
In the fast-evolving landscape of healthcare, the integration of health tech is pivotal in addressing challenges of infrastructure, talent and regulations.
3 innovations transforming women's health around the world
Three innovations could transform women's health globally, helping to close the gender health gap and generating billions in economic benefits.