Vital

News & commentary about the global health workforce

Picture It: New Surgical Equipment Will Improve Maternal Health in Senegal

The USAID MOMENTUM Safe Surgery in Family Planning and Obstetrics project donated Universal Anesthesia Machines to local partners to increase access to essential surgery for mothers.

Are We at the “End of the Beginning” for Global Digital Health? And What’s Next?

To impact health outcomes, IntraHealth's Amy Finnegan and Olivia Vélez say we still have these challenges and opportunities to tackle.

Three Ways to Support and Engage the Full Health Workforce Needed to Deliver on UNGA’s Health Agenda

Start with really embracing localization and putting local actors, including allied health professionals, in the lead.

At UNGA, Civil Society Must Mobilize Global Solidarity for Universal Health Coverage

Let's press heads of state to invest in health systems and health workers.

Big Milestones for Me and All Community Health Workers in Kenya

Last week USAID’s assistant administrator for Global Health visited and Kenya’s president announced a new commitment.

Female Community Health Workers Can Unlock Health For All

Let’s give them platforms to share their recommendations and pay them fairly.

How Can We See More Smiling Babies in Rwanda and Around the World?

Health workers are key, says Kayinamura Mwali Assumpta, along with ensuring they have the training, support, and equipment they need.

The Best Way to Pay Tribute to Health Workers? Invest in Them.

Janet Muriuki outlines three areas to invest in for a fit-for-purpose health workforce.

The Future of Global Health Starts with Health Workers

Here are five fundamental steps toward bringing health workers back to the center of health systems.

We Aren’t Paying Enough Attention to the Health Workforce

Here’s why the upcoming White House African Leaders Summit can help change that.