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.

In Nigeria, primary health centres play a vital role in early detection and community awareness in the fight against childhood cancer.

India’s inadequate paediatric cancer care leaves many families struggling, highlighting the urgent need for better support.

Advocates and experts push for a shift in the obesity narrative, focusing on quality of life rather than weight, but challenges remain.

Female genital mutilation impacts millions of girls and women. Breaking the silence around the clitoris is a global health imperative.

In Malawi, stigma among healthcare workers limits LGBTQ+ healthcare access. A community-minded philosophy is helping to build bridges.

Public healthcare policies should support women who have to make decisions simultaneously about their pregnancy and their condition.

In South Korea, many young women resist patriarchal beauty standards, challenging societal expectations about their appearance.

The painful skin condition is linked with non-communicable diseases like cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and mental illness.

While authorities downplay scabies as a minor ailment, a local organisation is determined to ensure no child stays out of school.

The phenomenon of children overconsuming skincare and makeup underscores the urgent need for informed guidance and responsible action.

An inability to understand local languages creates significant barriers to accessing healthcare for migrant and refugee communities.

Promising new drugs raise hopes of slowing the progression of dementia, but stigma and funds crunch remain major roadblocks.