Stronger Health Systems Could End Abuse during Childbirth
New report: Women around the world are abused while giving birth.
Five Ways to Address Provider Bias in Family Planning
Health workers don't arrive at work as blank slates. They bring their own multidimensional personalities, beliefs, and biases.
Mentoring for Karnataka Health Workers Means Better Care for Mothers and Babies
Nurses in these rural Indian facilities are more confident now, and it shows.
Emergency Care Comes into Focus in Ghana
In the emergency ward where she works, Dr. Eno Biney tells us how she saved a woman’s life the day before and how things might have turned out differently just a few years ago.
The Family Planning Health Workforce: Making an Impact
Health workers who provide family planning services can make a big difference in their clients' lives.
The Oft-Overlooked Job Description
A simple job description can do wonders for a health worker's morale and even the quality of care she provides. So why are job descriptions so hard to come by in some countries?
Meet Lenah, the Only Health Worker in Kyaango Village
Over 6,000 Kenyans count on her for care. She’s a nurse, pharmacist, records officer, and more—all day, every day.
Empowering Health Workers to Improve Service Delivery in Uganda
Agnes Masagwayi loves her job, but it hasn't always been easy. Fortunately, things are looking up for Uganda's health workers.
Investing in Health Workers Today Means More Lives Tomorrow
What happens to a struggling newborn if her caregivers aren't well trained? The first minute of life is crucial. By Dr. Vanessa Kerry.
