Vital

News & commentary about the global health workforce

Micronutrients Could Have Macro Effects for Health and Nutrition in Tajikistan

A major new undertaking could help solve serious nutrient deficiencies in the country.

Out-of-School Youth: Often Forgotten in Reproductive Health Programs

Social media is a powerful tool for engaging youth. But in Burkina Faso, young family planning advocates realize it can't be the only tool.

Under a Shade Tree in Mali, Women with Fistula Recover Together

The consequences of obstetric fistula are not just physical.

WASH Works, So What Are We Waiting For?

October 15 is Global Handwashing Day. That's great. But what if the only water you have to wash with is dark brown?

It’s Not Just for Women, You Know: 5 Ways for Men to Get More Involved in Contraception

When it comes to who’s using contraception, we aren’t even close to 50-50.
 

Contraception Is a Collective Effort

Elle reports on the progress Senegal has made increasing the use of contraceptives—and the pioneers making it happen.

Knowledge Management Fosters Country Ownership in Digital Health

Keeping track of key discussions, decisions, and insights can help countries take control of these initiatives.

A Strategy to Deliver a Fit-For-Purpose Global Health Workforce

The Workforce 2030 strategy is a milestone in its own right. But we need bold investments and policies to turn its vision into a reality.

In Koulikoro, Malian Women with Fistula Find Compassion and Solidarity

I watched one health worker carefully chase mosquitoes from underneath the bed nets, so the women using them could rest.