New funds to enhance global immunisation efforts, particularly in middle-income countries, to prevent, detect, and respond to vaccine-preventable diseases. The initiative, with WHO and UNICEF, aims to raise $15 million over the next two years.The UN Foundation has...
One Sustainable Health by ALL Conference – Dakar (Senegal)
The "OSH by All" conference in Dakar, Senegal, on October 25-26, 2024, will unite global professionals to address health, environmental, and social challenges, featuring discussions from nine International Working Groups. The One Sustainable Health for All Foundation...
Strengthening climate-resilient health systems: opportunities and challenges – policy brief
The policy brief titled "Strengthening Climate-Resilient Health Systems: Opportunities and Challenges," published by ReBUILD for Resilience in 2024, addresses the growing threats climate change poses to global health systems. Highlighting the impacts of...
Health-led growth hypothesis and health financing systems
This study investigates the Health-Led Growth Hypothesis (HLGH) within OECD countries, examining how health expenditures influence economic growth and the role of different health financing systems in this relationship. It offers valuable insights for policymakers on...
UN report: Urgent need for coordinated food security financing
Challenges to global food security are a threat to the health and well-being of populations. New UN Report addressing financing this social determinant of health shares Health Policy Watch.The upcoming "State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World" (SOFI) report,...
Montreux collaborative on collective action to accelerate PFM reform in health
The blog underscores the importance of public financial management (PFM) for effective health systems and universal health coverage (UHC), stressing the need to align aid with local PFM practices and the role of P4H in these efforts. The Montreux Collaborative has...
Health taxes: A solution for the polycrisis era, says Centre for Development blog
Blog advocates for health taxes as an effective policy solution to address the intertwined crises of health and fiscal challenges, arguing that they can reduce healthcare burdens and generate vital revenue. In a new policy paper, the Centre for Development argues that...
Health system performance assessment and reforms, Oman
The June issue of the Bulletin of the World Health Organization features an article on a rapid health system performance assessment conducted in Oman. The assessment, led by a team of national health ministry staff and international experts, utilised the WHO framework...
How feasible is it to mobilize $31 billion a year for pandemic preparedness and response? An economic growth modelling analysis
In their article "How feasible is it to mobilise $31 billion a year for pandemic preparedness and response? An economic growth modelling analysis," Minahil Shahid, Marco Schäferhoff, Garrett Brown, and Gavin Yamey explore the viability of raising $31.1 billion...
WHO releases new guide on political economy analysis for health financing
'Political Economy of Health Financing: how-to guide' helps analyse key factors for health financing reform, emphasising stakeholder engagement and strategic approaches toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC)The World Health Organization (WHO) releases the "Political...
WHO Political economy analysis for health financing
"Political Economy Analysis for Health Financing: A ‘How to’ Guide," published by the World Health Organization, provides a structured approach to analyse key political economy factors impacting health financing reform. This guide emphasises the importance of...
Health taxes can boost public health and the economy
Health taxes on tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks promote public health and generate significant revenue, crucial for economic growth and resilience. When done efficiently they can greatly enhance population health.The World Bank's latest blog in their "Investing in...
Webinar on strengthening health economics in WAHO region to focus on health financing
A webinar titled "Strengthening Health Economics in the WAHO Region in Response to the ALM-Declaration Agenda: A Focus on Health Financing" will be held on July 19th, hosted by the West African Health Organization (WAHO) with the Thanzi Programme and the University of...
Global Financing Facility investments for vulnerable populations
The document titled "Global Financing Facility investments for vulnerable populations: content analysis regarding maternal and newborn health and stillbirths in 11 African countries, 2015 to 2019," authored by Mary Kinney et. al., provides a detailed analysis of the...
Leveraging universal health coverage to leave no one behind in tackling AMR
In "Leveraging Universal Health Coverage to Leave No One Behind in Tackling AMR," authors Pamela Cipriano, James Chau, Mariam Jashi, Ilona Kickbusch, Justin Koonin, Tlaleng Mofokeng, Joy Phumaphi, Magda Robalo, and Akihisa Shiozaki emphasize the critical role of...