Climate change is increasingly recognised as serious threat to human health with pregnant women and newborns amongst those most at risk. This, and how to mitigate the effects, was the topic of a roundtable discussion at the World Health Summit in Berlin in October 2022.
Protecting mothers and newborns against the negative impacts of climate change Mehr lesen
At the 20th International Dialogue on Population and Sustainable Development over 100 experts looked back and ahead on building resilience in the face of crises concerning sexual and reproductive health and rights.
20th International Dialogue on Population and Sustainable Development Mehr lesen
In the context of the triple crisis of climate change, conflict and pandemics, development leaders and young people discuss the importance of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) as a core component of Universal Health Coverage (UHC)
WHS 2022: Debating the place of SRHR in achieving ‘health for all’ Mehr lesen
At a virtual two-day conference, experts from around the world discussed challenges and opportunities in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights for – and together with – young people.
A World Health Summit panel calls for investments in midwifery to achieve Universal Health Coverage and resilient health systems
In the post-COVID period, a strong midwifery workforce is more essential than ever Mehr lesen
Panellists call for country-led action with greater involvement by civil society and communities in fighting the next stage of the pandemic
With infinite gentleness, the life-giving needle is slid into the microscopic vein, the oxygen mask placed over the gasping mouth and nose. The flutter in the tiny chest becomes stronger, the monitor now showing a regular heartbeat. Another baby saved at Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital – and the dedicated staff of the neonatal care unit (NCU) for at-risk newborns can now themselves take a deep breath and relax.
Against all odds: Giving delicate newborns a chance at life in Tanzania Mehr lesen
An electronic patient register allows health workers in rural facilities to improve diagnoses and treatment and to contribute to, and use, the national health information system.
Linking rural health centres up with Malawi’s digital health architecture Mehr lesen
Nepal plans to produce and deploy thousands of professional midwives across the health system to improve women’s access to quality maternity care. With support from Germany, midwifery education programs are now up and running – and the first graduates are already busy at work.
Midwifery education in Nepal: Training the first generation of professional midwives Mehr lesen
Keki Adhikari is a well-known actress, model and film producer in her native Nepal. Since October 2020, she has a new role: as goodwill ambassador for menstrual health. Working with the GIZ-implemented Support to the Health Sector Programme (S2HSP) and the Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management Partners Alliance (MHM PA), she is raising awareness about
Nepal’s Menstrual Movement: Two short films Mehr lesen
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