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News & commentary about the global health workforce

Community Health Workers Make a Difference for Pediatric HIV Clients in South Sudan

Lawrence Monday links health facilities and communities to extend HIV care and treatment services.

Quality Improvement: The Quiet Hero of Global Health Programs

5 approaches that can improve health and health workers’ performance.

Health Workers Need to Be at the Center of Our Global Vaccine Rollout

 At last week’s G7, progress toward a roadmap for the global COVID-19 vaccine drive was lacking. Here’s what health workers will need to make it a success.  

Listen to Nurses: Applause Is Not Enough

Here's what they need to be safer, healthier, and better prepared to do their jobs.

Nurse Leadership: In Their Own Words

We set out to document what nurses think about nurse leadership and the gender-related barriers they face at work. Here's what they had to say.

Dr. Mary Nandili: A Voice and Vision for Nursing Leadership

If it's in the policy, it's easier to reinforce. So now the policy's my priority.

Mary Akai Supat: A Voice and Vision for Nursing Leadership

I don’t think nursing is a job that is coveted by many, but to me, it's a calling.

Teresia Wambui: A Voice and Vision for Nursing Leadership

Policymakers should recognize us nurses more and give us leadership at the county level.