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It is time to shift the paradigm on rare diseases
It’s time to make rare diseases a global health priority and ensure that people living with rare diseases are not left behind.
Alexandra Heumber Perry—Global
4 min read


Challenges and opportunities for genomics in Africa
Genomic testing in Africa would benefit from more awareness and a national registry of patients living with rare diseases across Africa.
Trudy Nyakambangwe—Zimbabwe
6 min read


Designing a collaborative care system beyond caretakers
Rare disease patient management must include providing both long-term support for patients and peace of mind for families.
Prasanna Shirol—India
4 min read


Finding strength through innovation and inclusion
Assistive technology and inclusion in the workplace can drive independence for people with rare diseases.
Christhyl Ceriche—Chile
5 min read


Bringing rare eye diseases into focus
Rare eye diseases are often overlooked. Integrating rare disease and eye health initiatives ensures access to universal care.
Junu Shrestha—Global
4 min read


Advancing rare disease advocacy in Kenya
Significant strides have been made to bring advocacy and engagement on rare diseases from Kenya to the global stage.
Christine Mutena—Kenya
4 min read


Realising the power of prevention for healthier futures
Health promotion and prevention within primary healthcare hold transformative potential.
David Reddy—Global
4 min read


The critical importance of sustainable financing for NCDs
NCDs cause 75% of global deaths but lack funding. Locally tailored models can improve health outcomes worldwide.
Herb Riband—Switzerland
4 min read


Climate and health crises demand stronger primary care
Investing in robust primary healthcare and preventive care is the most efficient solution to the rising NCD burden.
Asif Saleh—Bangladesh
5 min read


Achieving universal health coverage with family physicians
Making family physicians a part of primary care teams will improve the coverage and quality of healthcare in communities.
Prof Bob Mash—South Africa
5 min read


Recognising gender disparities in accessing healthcare
Poor research leads to gaps in access and quality of healthcare for women. Identifying systemic barriers is crucial for achieving UHC.
Dr Shabnum Sarfraz—United Kingdom
4 min read


Climate-resilient health systems are a moral imperative
Health systems must be fortified to withstand the climate crisis to ensure health equity and continuity of care.
Dr Githinji Gitahi—Global
5 min read

Addressing disparities in childhood cancer
There is a vital need to address childhood cancer on a global scale, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
Sean Lybrand—Global
3 min read


Improving childhood cancer outcomes in Chile with UHC
Securing national healthcare policies in legal mandates can help ensure long-term improvements in cancer treatment and outcomes.
Julia Palma & Orietta Candia—Chile
4 min read


Global childhood cancer disparities: A gap to close
Underdiagnosis and delayed access to adequate childhood cancer care lead to enormous disparities in outcomes globally.


Enabling multicentre research on paediatric cancer in LMICs
Building collaborative cancer research infrastructure can help develop affordable, scalable, and regionally appropriate solutions.
Ramandeep Arora—India
4 min read


Workplace blues: Let us stop shaming ourselves
Workplaces need to establish clear policies and systems for supporting the mental health of their employees & fighting the stigma they face.


Improving palliative care access for children with cancer
Organisations and health systems should assess children’s palliative care needs separately from adults to ensure appropriate support.

Sharing personal stories counters schizophrenia stigma
Stigma has long accompanied serious mental illnesses, but people are starting to find power in their stories to drive change.
Nedim Pipic—Germany
5 min read


Advancing psychosocial wellbeing in childhood cancer care
In the fight against childhood cancer, the triumphs of modern medicine should be matched by equally significant improvements in life.
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