Vital

News & commentary about the global health workforce

How Do You Become a Humanitarian?

Ghiath Alddin Zeen was forced to leave Syria, but continues to find ways to help his people.

At the Farmers' Fair, Growers Display Foods for a Healthier Tajikistan

Community health educators in Tajikistan are teaching their communities the power of food and water.

Micronutrients Could Have Macro Effects for Health and Nutrition in Tajikistan

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

World Food Day: Healthy People Need Healthy Food Systems

Children who are undernourished and stunted often suffer lifelong consequences. But there’s plenty we can do as a global community to stop this.

Frontline Health Workers' Key Role in Improving Nutrition

In Jharkhand, India, one auxiliary nurse midwife struggles to mobilize women to take advantage of Village Health and Nutrition Days.

Vistaar: Two Decades of Collaboration for Women and Children

A lot has changed during the past 20 years of partnership between IntraHealth and the Government of India.

A World of Contrasts: Thanksgiving and Food Security

As we enter the holiday season, some lucky families will enjoy bountiful tables. But many will not.