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News & commentary about the global health workforce

New Insights from Old Numbers: Artificial Intelligence Makes Sense of Health Ministry Data

“This is a big step in solving the data-rich-but-information-poor paradigm facing ministries of health.” 

IntraHealth at 40: The Future of Global Health Starts Here

These 3 big lessons are helping us shape the future of health care around the world.

In Uganda, One Teen Tackles the Stigma of Violence Against Women

After surviving gender-based violence, she’s using her experience to mentor other girls and end harmful customs in her community.

Data Insights on Religion and Contraception for Couples in Burkina Faso

When men engage in gender equality and contraception use, they’re likely to draw in other men and boys, too.

In Senegal, the Health and Education Sectors Are Teaming Up for Teens

As a result, more young people are getting the health information they need—whether they go to school or not.

These Nurses Are Shining a Light on the Gender Barriers They Face at Work

The obstacles that keep many nurses out of leadership roles are systemic, structural, and age-old.

In Tanzania, Transportation Meets HIV Education

Meet these surprising public health activists.