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News & commentary about the global health workforce

Unlocking the Potential of Advanced Practice Nurses to Enhance Health Outcomes in Kenya

Is Kenya ready for APNs? Here are our preliminary findings and recommendations for integrating them into health service delivery.

Can We Use ChatGPT for Global Goods Software Development?

We tried it out for iHRIS—our free software for managing, tracking, and supporting health workers.

Are We at the “End of the Beginning” for Global Digital Health? And What’s Next?

To impact health outcomes, IntraHealth's Amy Finnegan and Olivia Vélez say we still have these challenges and opportunities to tackle.

Want to Unleash Pent Up Health Tech Innovation in Africa? Invest in Health Worker and Facility Registries

IntraHealth's Amy Finnegan and Olivia Vélez explain how investing in digital public infrastructure like health worker and facility registries can accelerate health tech startups.

Three Ways to Support and Engage the Full Health Workforce Needed to Deliver on UNGA’s Health Agenda

Start with really embracing localization and putting local actors, including allied health professionals, in the lead.

At UNGA, Civil Society Must Mobilize Global Solidarity for Universal Health Coverage

Let's press heads of state to invest in health systems and health workers.

Big Milestones for Me and All Community Health Workers in Kenya

Last week USAID’s assistant administrator for Global Health visited and Kenya’s president announced a new commitment.

5 Approaches to a Brighter, Healthier Future for Zimbabwe's Women and Girls

IntraHealth’s Esther Tumbare takes a sobering look at her home country’s health system and envisions a brighter picture.

Female Community Health Workers Can Unlock Health For All

Let’s give them platforms to share their recommendations and pay them fairly.