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Oct 24, 2019

‘Our vision is not health for some. It’s not health for most. It’s health for all’: Reflections from the 74th UN General Assembly

During last month’s United Nations General Assembly, 193 member states signed a political declaration on universal health coverage—the most comprehensive set of health commitments ever adopted at this level. The high-level declaration calls for increased investment in four key areas of primary healthcare to advance universal health…

Sep 4, 2019

Reflections from a Frontline Health Worker: Integrated Community Health Systems Drive Better Health Outcomes and Save Lives

By Albertha Freeman, Community Health Nurse Supervisor in Liberia

This blog was originally featured on Frontline Health Workers Coalition

As a community health nurse supervisor in Gbarpolu County—one of the most remote, impoverished, and logistically challenging counties in Liberia—I am at the forefront of fighting to ensure universal…

Jul 25, 2019

Three Takeaways on Community Health from the 72nd World Health Assembly

Paid Community Health Workers are critical for Universal Health Coverage
In a historic vote, 193 member states unanimously passed a resolution recognizing the contributions made by community health workers (CHWs) to achieve universal health coverage, respond to health emergencies, and promote healthier populations. The resolution urges countries and partners to…