Global Health: Science and Practice Journal

13/11/2024

The authors of this article discuss how children with severe cerebral palsy are vulnerable to orthopedic complications, particularly in resource-limited settings, which can compound disability. A focus on home-based programs may help to improve their quality of life and participation. https://tinyurl.com/3bxjrf5z

08/11/2024

The authors of this review explored the use of simulation-based education for health workers in LMICs and found that it has been shown to improve outcomes in a variety of contexts. Read the article now: https://tinyurl.com/4skdd4ce

06/11/2024

The authors of this article describe how mHealth and digital innovations are key to transforming mental health care in Ghana, bridging gaps in a system challenged by resource scarcities and a critical shortage of mental health professionals. Read the article: https://tinyurl.com/36rn6rdy

06/11/2024

The authors of this viewpoint argue that using health service coverage cascades to measure effective coverage for maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health services on a global scale is premature and requires further research and validation to reach consensus. Read the article now: https://tinyurl.com/3tc882bx

04/11/2024

The authors of this article describe Ethiopia’s shift to a digital health information system under the Information Revolution, which laid a strong foundation for improved data quality. To fully realize the potential of this transformation, ongoing commitment to addressing key challenges in system integration and capacity-building is vital. Read the article now: https://tinyurl.com/re44h8a7

30/10/2024

The authors of this commentary argue that English hegemony limits the representation of diverse populations, further burdens already-disadvantaged groups, opposes global localization and power-shifting priorities, and stifles innovation by inhibiting the dissemination of learning published in languages other than English. To fully embrace locally led development, they argue that global health must grapple with English language dominance and take actions toward becoming a more linguistically inclusive community.
Read the article now in English: https://tinyurl.com/2cedr3b7
and French: https://tinyurl.com/bdd4cjxk

25/10/2024

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24/10/2024

"The incidence of cardiovascular disease has increased by about 50% over the last 30 years in sub-Saharan Africa." Delays in receiving care for debilitating cardiovascular emergencies, such as myocardial infarction and stroke, are multifaceted. The authors discuss the personal, systemic, and health facility-related factors, which must all be addressed to successfully improve cardiovascular emergency outcomes in Africa. Read the article: https://tinyurl.com/2ae5mn3t

24/10/2024

The authors of this article discuss the adaptation of the Social Norms Exploration Tool, a rapid assessment tool for programs that researchers can adapt to help determine how to explore social norms and identify which norms and population interventions to address to facilitate the behavior of interest. https://tinyurl.com/3c5hfnr8

24/10/2024

The authors of this article describe using the Health Information System Stages of Continuous Improvements toolkit to assess the maturity of the health information system for public health care services in Serbia. They found that using the structural and well-defined approach to the comprehensive assessment of the fragmented health information system pointed to items that could be improved in future governance efforts. Read the article now: https://tinyurl.com/4nyxsddd

23/10/2024

🌍 Global health knowledge shouldn't be locked behind a paywall. 🔐 That's why this week, we’re celebrating International Open Access Week 2024. 📖

✨📚 CCP is proud to lead the Global Health: Science and Practice Journal (GHSP). Funded by USAID - US Agency for International Development, GHSP is one of only three top global health journals offering diamond open access, meaning it is completely free for both authors and readers.

💡 Why does this matter? Open access levels the playing field by ensuring that critical global health data and research is accessible to all, especially to those in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). By removing financial barriers, GHSP enables researchers from nearly 100 LMICs to share insights and improve health programming in their communities. 📊

🔔 Stay tuned this week as we share what open access means to us and how we’re putting community over commercialization.

23/10/2024

The authors of this article describe the no-scalpel vasectomy program in Davao City, Philippines, which serves as a promising model for engaging men in family planning and addressing gender disparities in such initiatives. Read the article: https://tinyurl.com/wupa2b4c

22/10/2024

The authors of this article discuss the evolution of FP2020 and FP2030 country commitments on the needs of adolescents and youth sexual and reproductive health. While FP2030 commitments better articulate strategies and activities to reach adolescents and youth with family planning (FP) information and services compared to FP2020 commitments, gaps remain. To achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, countries should continue to invest in creating and funding comprehensive FP commitments that meet the sexual and reproductive health needs of adolescents and youth. Read the newest article in our ICPD30 special collection: https://tinyurl.com/2j5twmtw
Browse the entire ICPD30 special collection: https://hubs.ly/Q02VhnmD0

16/10/2024

Expanding private health care delivery networks is possible through partnerships with local organizations. This article explores how expanded networks differ from traditional social franchise networks and discusses how they can support and steward private health care facilities in contexts like Burundi and Mali. https://tinyurl.com/5c32k5sc

16/10/2024

Our ICPD30 Special Collection celebrates 30 years of achievements since the International Conference on Population and Development. The articles in this collection not only reflect on successes and lessons learned that have shaped family planning/reproductive health programming and sexual and reproductive health outcomes but also look ahead to emerging challenges, opportunities, and next steps needed to further advance and improve upon gains made since ICPD. Articles will be added to the collection as they are published. Explore the collection: https://hubs.ly/Q02TDsDJ0

04/10/2024

The authors of this article report on experiences with early introduction of the contoured Caya diaphragm that provide a new model for increasing access to new and underutilized methods, especially through private-sector partners. https://tinyurl.com/4nv3utrv

03/10/2024

The authors of this article document how emergency contraceptive pill (ECP) uptake may increase for young people, first-time users, and those living in rural areas of Malawi by offering the method through public, youth-serving channels, especially youth clubs and community health workers. A national strategy focused specifically on this product can help grow ECP demand; however, the supply chain for ECPs must be strengthened to meet the additional demand. https://tinyurl.com/2k7s7227