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 low- and middle-income countries have higher cancer mortality. City-led action can close the gap and drive global change.

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

For young women in the global south, mental health is central to equity, inclusion, and justice—it is not an afterthought.

Achieving global cervical cancer elimination demands one thing above all: a global commitment to equity.

Popular culture can spark conversations and reduce stigma. It is time to make women’s health a visible part of popular culture—at scale.

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

Genomic testing in Africa would benefit from more awareness and a national registry of patients living with rare diseases across Africa.

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

Assistive technology and inclusion in the workplace can drive independence for people with rare diseases.

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

Significant strides have been made to bring advocacy and engagement on rare diseases from Kenya to the global stage.

Health promotion and prevention within primary healthcare hold transformative potential.

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

Investing in robust primary healthcare and preventive care is the most efficient solution to the rising NCD burden.

Making family physicians a part of primary care teams will improve the coverage and quality of healthcare in communities.

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.

There is a vital need to address childhood cancer on a global scale, especially in low- and middle-income countries.