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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


The growing link between climate change and mental health
The consequences of climate change on mental health can be direct or indirect, short-term or long-term.
Re:solve Global Health
1 min read


Ask the expert: climate anxiety
The growing phenomenon of climate anxiety, how it presents itself, and who is affected by it.
Garret Barnell — South Africa
1 min read


Social media and mental wellbeing: Reducing the risk and using platforms for good
The unfettered world of social media can have a negative impact on mental health. Improving education can have a protective effect.
Angela Tufvesson — Hong Kong
3 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


Addressing the impact of multiple chronic conditions can improve health and reduce morbidity
Patients with two or more comorbidities are at greater risk of hospitalisation and death, and their numbers are considerable, as revealed...
Derek Yach - US
5 min read


The hidden heartache of long-term covid-19
Research is beginning to reveal the lasting impact of covid-19 on cardiovascular health–even among so-called ‘mild’ cases. There is...
Becky McCall — United Kingdom
7 min read


The brave new era of medical expertise fortified by machine learning
Straight out of science fiction, coming soon to clinics around the world is a new breed of healthcare providers – powered by artificial...
Susanna Nelson — Australia
8 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


Sugar taxes: Searching for the sweet spot
Sugar taxes and food product labelling are increasingly in use to help people choose healthy and arrest the surge of non-communicable...
Danny Buckland — United Kingdom
7 min read


How Africa heals as community-led mental health care makes inroads
Mental health conditions remain untreated in large parts of Africa. Community-led initiatives are bridging the gap by training lay...


Insights for Preventing Diabetes in Latin America
Better collaboration between all stakeholders is key to preventing and diagnosing diabetes in low and middle-income countries (LMICs) in...
Andrea Chipman — United Kingdom
3 min read


Freeing the World from Type 2 Diabetes
Despite significant advances and innovation in the care of diabetes in recent years, the number of cases continues to rise. There is a...
Andrea Chipman — United Kingdom
6 min read


The Journey to Create a Cross-Sector Partnership for NCDs in Kenya
It started with the aim of enabling national and local health systems in Kenya to manage chronic diseases for all patients. The...


The Price of Prediabetes: A Growing Threat to Emerging Markets
The growing economic burden of diabetes globally, and its particular impact on emerging markets, has highlighted the importance of...
Andrea Chipman — United Kingdom
4 min read


Using the Law to Combat NCDs
When implemented alongside other policies and public health initiatives, laws to reduce the risk factors for non-communicable diseases...
Hayley Jones — Australia
7 min read


Taming the fires of social media misinformation
Social media is a perfect vehicle for health education but it is being diverted by fake and damaging content, disrupting preventative...


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...
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