As world leaders gather to tackle the global non-communicable disease crisis, women’s health must be at the centre of the response.

Equitable access to NCD care must be built into health financing systems from the ground up, centring the needs of women.

Women in LMICs face rising NCD rates, yet health systems fall short. Care responsive to women’s needs is urgently needed.

Menopause remains taboo in India, leaving women vulnerable to health risks. Raising awareness is key to supporting wellbeing.

As donor support fades, countries explored new funding strategies to support their health systems at the World Health Assembly.

The WHO has agreed to a new legally-binding treaty by adopting the WHO Pandemic Agreement.

It’s time to make rare diseases a global health priority and ensure that people living with rare diseases are not left behind.

As new gene therapies offer hope for rare diseases, health systems work to balance innovation with sustainability.

Rare disease patient management must include providing both long-term support for patients and peace of mind for families.

Rare eye diseases are often overlooked. Integrating rare disease and eye health initiatives ensures access to universal care.

Health promotion and prevention within primary healthcare hold transformative potential.

India’s new health insurance scheme may be leaving low-income households vulnerable to financial ruin.

NCDs cause 75% of global deaths but lack funding. Locally tailored models can improve health outcomes worldwide.

Malawi offers free public healthcare and leads in the fight against HIV but must reduce donor reliance to avoid a funding crisis.

Poor research leads to gaps in access and quality of healthcare for women. Identifying systemic barriers is crucial for achieving UHC.

Health systems must be fortified to withstand the climate crisis to ensure health equity and continuity of care.

Securing national healthcare policies in legal mandates can help ensure long-term improvements in cancer treatment and outcomes.

Advocacy is key to making improvements in the overall patient journey that are sustainable and impactful over time.

Stigma has long accompanied serious mental illnesses, but people are starting to find power in their stories to drive change.

De-pathologizing higher-weight bodies is essential for combating stigma and creating a more evidence-based, weight neutral paradigm.