Humanitarian Action in the Planetary Crisis
This Policy Brief examines how the OneHealth approach can transform humanitarian action amid rising natural disasters, conflicts, and displacement in low-resource settings. Developed collaboratively by leading academics and humanitarian experts, it offers four key recommendations and 28 actionable steps to enhance crisis response, disease prevention, and environmental sustainability. Read here
Knowledge and perceptions of graduating BS pharmacy students in Metro Manila to counsel on the use of medical devices for diabetes management: A cross-sectional study
This paper evaluated these students’ readiness to guide diabetes management devices. The results indicated that, despite students’ confidence in their counseling skills, their actual knowledge about these devices was insufficient. Notably, an increase in course hours correlated with enhanced perceived counseling abilities, suggesting a need to reassess the BS Pharmacy curriculum in the Philippines. Download
Skin Diseases as a Global Health Priority
Skin diseases represent a critical, often underestimated global health challenge, impacting over 25% of the population and causing approximately 120,000 deaths each year. Beyond physical symptoms, they significantly impair quality of life, productivity, and social inclusion, leading to serious mental health challenges. Disparities in healthcare access, especially in low-resource settings, further intensify these impacts, while environmental factors like climate change and pollution exacerbate conditions globally. Addressing skin diseases as a public health priority within the WHO’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) framework is essential for equitable health outcomes. This integrated approach emphasizes the need for increased research, policy support, and sustainable funding. Through health diplomacy, international cooperation can mobilize civil society, healthcare providers, patient organizations, and governments to elevate skin health on the global agenda. An influential coalition supports prioritizing skin health, including: International Alliance of Dermatology Patient Organizations (GlobalSkin) International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) International Foundation for Dermatology (IFD) Health Diplomacy Alliance (HDA) Neglected Tropical Diseases Non-Governmental Organizations Network Skin Cross-Cutting Group (NNN Skin CCG) Anesvad Foundation World Alliance for Wound and Lymphedema Care (WAWLC) World Council of Enterostomal Therapists Pan Africa Association of Wound Care Experts Hôpitaux Universitaires Genève (HUG) We are committed to advancing policies and interventions that bridge healthcare gaps, reduce stigma, and ensure no UHC agenda is complete without addressing skin health for all. Read more about it: Background report – SkinDiseases
Go Blue Video Campaign – World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW)
https://youtu.be/yok3qfZPVL4?feature=shared As part of the World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week 2024 – 18-24 November, we would like to invite you to contribute to our video series campaign. Your participation will be invaluable in raising awareness under this year’s theme: “Educate. Advocate. Act Now.” This campaign unites key stakeholders—high-level officials, including policymakers, healthcare practitioners, academics, civil society, AMR survivors, the private sector, and others—from various sectors and regions. It will emphasize the urgent actions outlined in the High-Level Political Declaration on AMR. We kindly request your contribution by sharing a short video (maximum 3 minutes) in your native or working language – GO BLUE ! with something blue (clothes, background, etc). A quote, reflection, or key message on AMR and its significance in your field or region for any of the following: Please share your video to communications@hdalliance.org or upload it to this folder https://tinyurl.com/WAAWHealthDiplo
Launch of the Health Diplomacy Youth Network
The Health Diplomacy Youth Network is an initiative designed to bring together young leaders committed to advancing global health through diplomacy and policy. The network\’s official launch will take place on 20 September 2024, parallel to the Summit of the Future Action Days. By becoming part of this network, you will have the opportunity to engage with peers, exchange ideas, and contribute to critical discussions shaping the future of global health diplomacy. We look forward to welcoming you to this dynamic community and to your involvement in shaping impactful solutions for global health. Register your interest and join us 👉 https://forms.office.com/e/YGfhKcDFD8 Let\’s unite in our commitment to advancing health diplomacy and working towards a healthier, more equitable world for all. Mark your calendars and join us on 20 September 2024 at Summit of the Future Action Days in New York City.
Walk the Talk: Health for All Challenge
Get ready to join the Health Diplomacy Alliance as we participate in the 5th edition of the Walk the Talk: Health for All Challenge on May 26, 2024! Returning to Geneva, Switzerland, this event promises to provide a healthy kickstart to the Seventy-seventh World Health Assembly. The WHO is leading this initiative, collaborating with the UN family, Member States, athletes, local sports clubs, health partners, and the Geneva community to emphasize the importance of healthy lifestyles. The Walk the Talk event serves as a platform to showcase measures for safely conducting public events, particularly amidst global health concerns. It brings together diverse stakeholders committed to promoting health and well-being on a global scale. Our participation underscores the Health Diplomacy Alliance\’s dedication to fostering collaboration and diplomacy in addressing health challenges worldwide. We are actively engaged in advocating for sustainable agreements for future pandemics, ensuring equity within the global health landscape. Let\’s unite in our commitment to advancing health diplomacy and working towards a healthier, more equitable world for all. Mark your calendars and join us on May 26, 2024 at 08:30h @Place des Nations, as we Walk the Talk for Health for All!
