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News & commentary about the global health workforce

Community Health Workers Make a Difference for Pediatric HIV Clients in South Sudan

Lawrence Monday links health facilities and communities to extend HIV care and treatment services.

Stop a Pandemic Without Water? Health Workers across the World Need WASH

Without water, health workers can't wash their hands, disinfect medical equipment, or clean surfaces and floors.  

In Tanzania, Drivers Help Deliver HIV Services in More Ways than One

Simba and his team of drivers work closely with health workers help reach more men with services.

COVID-19 Puts More Women and Girls in Danger from Abusers

We need more data about gender-based violence during the pandemic. But how do we make sure collecting them does more good than harm?

COVID-19, Decolonizing Global Health Top of Mind for Global Health Students Today

The pandemic offers a stark example of global health’s colonialist nature and history.

To Succeed, Global Pandemic Response Must Bolster Nurse Leadership and Challenge Widespread Gender Inequities

Nurses from around the world weigh in on how to do this in the age of COVID-19.

What’s the Future of HIV Care in Central America, During and After the Pandemic?

People living with HIV must be able to continue with their treatment, despite COVID-19.

Here’s What We’re Doing to Make IntraHealth the Antiracist Organization We Strive to Be

We have a long road ahead. These are some of the steps that will get us there.

Despite Peace Agreement, Violence Takes a Toll on Health in the Central African Republic

Safeguarding Health in Conflict Coalition Chair Leonard Rubenstein discusses the effect of conflict in the country.

Covid-19 Is Not Gender-Neutral

Understanding the data on death and infection rates in men and women can point us toward more effective solutions.