The coronavirus crisis pushed many kids in poorer countries out of routine shots, a sharp drop that worried health experts. But how the pandemic shaped people’s trust in vaccines beyond COVID‑19 is still a puzzle. Researchers gathered all the evidence they could find to see if fear of COVID or
Vaccines are a big deal. They stop diseases and keep people healthy. But not everyone gets them. This is unfair. Getting vaccines approved is a big step. But it takes time and money. Some places don't have what they need to do this fast. There's a way to make it quicker. It's called regulatory reli
Prostate cancer hits harder in poorer countries. Two drugs, abiraterone and enzalutamide, can help, but they're expensive. Many patients in Nigeria can't afford them. A recent survey asked doctors about this problem and possible solutions. The survey asked 104 doctors in Nigeria about prostate canc
Many people around the world have hormone issues. These include problems like thyroid trouble and diabetes. About 5% of the global population has these conditions. Another 5% might have them but don't know it yet. These problems are growing, especially in poorer countries. But there isn't much resea
In many developing countries, teens face big mental health hurdles. But their thoughts on the matter often get sidelined. That's where co-design comes in. It's a way to shape solutions that fit the specific needs and setting of a community. But making it work in places with few resources and uni
The world's top economic minds gathered in Washington, D. C. for the annual IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings. The mood was tense, with a $4. 2 trillion funding shortfall looming for the sustainable development goals by 2025. The focus was on jobs and prosperity, but the real issue is the broken financ
In the realm of global health, working together across different sectors is key to tackling big issues. This is especially true in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). However, power struggles between groups can make or break these collaborations. A recent study dug deep into how these power dy
Imagine you're in a country torn by conflict, and you're one of the many people who use a wheelchair. Life can feel pretty tough, right? But for some, wheelchair basketball is more than just a sport—it's a lifeline. Researchers decided to find out just how important this game is for athletes from lo
Strokes are a major problem in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) because of the limited access to specialized care and rehabilitation facilities. Telehealth, which uses technology to provide remote medical services, could be a game-changer. It can help fill the gap by bringing stroke care dir
