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News & commentary about the global health workforce

Africa Will Be Short 6 Million Health Workers by 2030

But its countries could still achieve universal health coverage if they take action now.

Can the World's Expanding Health Sector Heal Our Economies?

The health sector will likely become the largest source of job creation worldwide for the next decade.

An Avon-Like Approach to Lifesaving Health Care

After learning that beauty giant Avon had started in rural America, Chuck Slaughter set out to take health care door-to-door in Uganda.

Resilient Health Systems: What Will it Take to Crack the Nut?

Never before has this question been more salient, given the rise of emerging pandemic threats and growing worldwide instability.

What Can the Private Sector Do for Public Health in Senegal?

It can be difficult for governments to reach key public health goals alone. In Senegal, the role of private companies is growing.

12 Faces of the Health Workforce Shortage

Meet 12 people from across the globe who are working to improve health and well-being, despite a daunting shortage of workers—and huge challenges ahead.

Tanzania’s Health IT Community Is Growing—and Getting Stronger

Open source technologies have turned traditional tech transfer on its head. Now Tanzania is reaping the benefits.

How the Informed Push Model Gets Contraceptives to the Women Who Need Them

It all comes down to data, vehicle maintenance, and partnerships, according to one private-sector distributor in Senegal.