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Combating endometriosis: The overlooked disease
What can be done to better raise awareness about endometriosis and help women cope with this chronic condition.
Re:solve Global Health
1 min read


Medical gaslighting takes a toll on women’s health
Medical gaslighting of women’s health concerns has serious repercussions. It is time to reset the healthcare mindset.
Becky McCall — United Kingdom
9 min read


Patients turn advocates for treatment of rare diseases
Overlooked by clinicians, corporates and governments, patients with rare diseases are self-advocating for their right to health and care.
Jyotsna Singh — India
9 min read


Should health checks be mandated for all?
General health checks play a vital role in preventative care, saving lives and money. Yet, most healthcare budgets rarely prioritise them.
Becky McCall — United Kingdom
8 min read


Blending resources to fund the NCD fight in LMICs
As low- and middle-income countries struggle to tackle the growing burden of non-communicable diseases, targeted deployment of ‘blended...


Can the world eliminate cervical cancer?
Cervical cancer is preventable by vaccination and treatable if caught early, yet globally it causes over 300,000 deaths per year,...
Becky McCall — United Kingdom
7 min read


Prepping for our best shot at HIV prevention
For nearly 40 years, the only means to avoid contracting HIV was a condom. Now, six shots a year can do the job. South Africa is figuring...
Laura López González – South Africa
9 min read


Putting heart into vaccination decision-making
Myriad factors influence a patient’s decision to receive influenza vaccination, which is seen to promote cardiovascular health.
Angela Tufvesson — Hong Kong
3 min read


Why vaccination adherence is higher before discharge
Due to the heightened focus on vaccination, patients with cardiovascular disease are now more willing to receive influenza vaccination.
Angela Tufvesson — Hong Kong
3 min read


Spreading the word on influenza vaccination
The link between influenza vaccination and heart health is clear. Vaccines, tailored formulations, and collaborations can improve outcomes.
Angela Tufvesson — Hong Kong
3 min read


Polypill or poly-problem? Probing a many-sided debate
Will a new major study help find more takers for the polypill as a solution to the world’s leading cause of death—cardiovascular disease?
Becky McCall — United Kingdom
7 min read


Discovering IV iron's untapped market in LMICs, drip by drip
IV iron supplementation is an effective way to improve maternal health and chronic disease outcomes globally.
Lily Chhatwal & Eliza Ennis — US
11 min read


A collective approach can improve access to quality cancer care
The task of taking quality care to those living with cancer grows more difficult with the exploding number of new cases.


Empathy meets tech: Digital aid for teen suicide prevention
Suicide is a leading cause of death among young people in Hong Kong and Singapore. Digital screening tools might help.
Angela Tufvesson — Hong Kong
3 min read


Robust data on youth mental health can better inform targeted intervention
There is very little data on the prevalence of mental health conditions among young people, especially minority groups like refugees.
NCD Child — Canada
4 min read


Mental health in the Caribbean: Promoting coping strategies with music during disasters
The Caribbean islands are prone to natural disasters like hurricanes and earthquakes, which increases the risk of stress and anxiety.
Angela Tufvesson — Hong Kong
3 min read


Mental health and the missing link: Why we need experts trained in public mental health
Chronic underfunding and lingering stigma are significant barriers to preventive mental health care in low- and middle-income countries.
Angela Tufvesson — Hong Kong
3 min read


Funding equality with a basic income grant
Basic income grants can do far more than expand access to food and healthcare. Here is how US$41 a month may help turn the tide against...
Laura López González — South Africa
7 min read


Small-scale health insurance for a more secure future
High out-of-pocket healthcare costs in African countries send many low-income people into significant debt. Microinsurance has the...
Paul Adepoju — United Kingdom
8 min read


Can blockchain unblock NCD funding solutions?
Though non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are responsible for seven out of 10 deaths worldwide and cost health systems billions of dollars...
Andrea Feigl — United States of America
4 min read
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