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Health Workers: the backbone of strong health systems

The world is at a crossroads when it comes to the health work force – and we have a major opportunity to close the gap.

How one Burundian doctor became the only OB/GYN in Sengerema, Tanzania

Dr. Harusha Simplice is the only obstetrician-gynecologist at Sengerema Designated District Hospital, serving over 700,000 people. After becoming a general practitioner Dr. Harusha secured his specialist training through Touch’s Treat & Train program, which improves medical education and patient care in the Lake Zone .

Advocating for Health Workers: Interview with Vince Blaser

Seed Global Health Director of Communications, Zack Langway, interviewed Vince Blaser about the role of the FHWC and why its mission is more important today than ever before.

Orthopedic surgeon recounts dangers, impact of working in war-zones and natural disasters

Read about Dr. Kumar, an orthopedic surgeon who has responded to conflicts and natural disasters the world over, from Nepal to Haiti, Nigeria, Somalia, and Syria.

To Achieve SDGs, Grow Economies, We Must Invest in the Frontline Health Workforce

We need to continue to push hard across all sectors and in all countries to invest in the frontline health workforce.

Strengthening the Health Workforce to Achieve the SDGs

To avoid preventable deaths, reduce maternal mortality, decrease HIV/AIDS prevalence, and achieve SDG 3 a robust, qualified, and motivated health workforce is essential.

Pandemic Preparedness: African Solutions to Global Problems

Clement Jaidzeka outlines the four major steps that can be taken continent-wide to ensure preparedness against outbreaks in the future.

Improving Health Services and Facilities through WASH

Adequate water, sanitation, and hygiene are essential for frontline health workers to provide basic health services. WASH helps prevent infections and the spread of disease, protects staff and patients, and ensures the dignity of those who are vulnerable including pregnant women and those with disabilities. Yet, an unacceptable number of health facilities have massive gaps in WASH access.

Happy Birthday! Online library of mHealth Training Materials ORB Turns Two.

mPowering is committed to using ORB as a tool to train more health workers in an effort to end preventable maternal and child deaths.

The story of Allan Joel and his drive to save lives in the operating room

Five billion people live without access to safe, affordable surgical and anesthesia care. This situation is far too common in Tanzania where surgical and anesthesia care is lacking and the country is facing a large shortage of health workers with the needed skills.