Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

In this week’s edition of the Global Health Notes newsletter, Pascal Barollier examines:    ⚠️ How do we tackle health misinformation?   🦠 Should we be worried about the new #coronavirus that’s been discovered?   🌡️ Do heatwaves make us age faster?     Read the latest edition instalment here: 

Why do people share health #misinformation? Research shows it’s often out of genuine concern, not malice. Here’s why empathy is a key approach in changing the conversation:

Since 2000, Gavi has helped immunise over 1 billion children, strengthening global health security. With continued support, we can vaccinate 500 million more children by 2030—preventing up to 9 million deaths. Hon. Added Robleh Abdilleh highlights our pivotal role in ensuring vaccines reach children everywhere.  #ForOurFuture #VaccinesWork 

"A failure to maintain investments in the essential pillars of health security, including vaccination, dooms us to repeat the catastrophic epidemics and pandemics of the past" - read Dr Sania Nishtar's latest op-ed:

“Our strategy is built on supporting health workers to identify and reach these vulnerable mothers and children wherever they are” - learn how an outreach programme is boosting immunisation coverage for children of Uganda’s tea-picking communities:

From speeding up vaccine development to tackling logistical challenges, artificial intelligence was critical in the development and rollout of the COVID-19 vaccines: https://bit.ly/3QBr6gz #AI #Innovation

Did you know that both using expired medication and disposing of it unsafely comes with significant health, economic and environmental risks? Here’s what you need to know:

Health workers on the frontlines of the #lassafever response in Nigeria are risking their lives to treat others. With supplies of protective equipment occasionally running low, those on the frontline are praying for a vaccine:

Visceral leishmaniasis is the second biggest parasitic killer in the world. It’s hard to diagnose and complicated to treat but a new oral treatment could turn the tide against this deadly threat:

Strong economies start with healthy communities. 🌍💪 By increasing vaccine access, Gavi is helping countries generate $100 billion in economic benefits, proving that immunisation is one of the smartest investments a nation can make. #ForOurFuture #VaccinesWork