Advancing Gender-Neutral HPV Vaccination: WFPHA and Partners Champion Global Health Equality

The World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA), represented by Bettina Borisch and Marta Lomazzi, actively participated in a roundtable today with Global Action on Men’s Health and NOMAN is an Island. The discussion focused on “Boys, Men, and HPV. Is it Time For Global Gender-Neutral HPV Vaccination?”

This crucial conversation will continue at a side event organized by WFPHA tomorrow at Vieux Bois Restaurant from 8 am to 10 am. The event, themed “Promoting Gender Neutral HPV Vaccination: Protecting Everyone Equally,” aims to advance the adoption of gender-neutral HPV vaccination worldwide as a key tool for HUMANS to prevent HPV-induced cancers.

WFPHA Moderates Panel on Cervical Cancer Elimination

Today, Prof. Bettina Borisch, Executive Director of the World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA), moderated a crucial panel on eliminating cervical cancer. The panel featured:

• Farid Fezoua, Global Director of Health and Education, International Finance Corporation/World Bank Group
• Dr. Mohammed Abdulaziz, Head of the Division of Disease Control and Prevention, Africa CDC
• Flavia Bustreo, Chair of the Governance and Ethics Committee (GEC), PMNCH

The discussion highlighted the need for global collaboration, increased investment, vaccination, early screening, and ethical governance to eradicate cervical cancer. Prof. Borisch emphasized a unified, multi-sectoral approach to tackle this preventable disease, reflecting WFPHA’s commitment to global health and equitable solutions.

WFPHA at WHA77: An Individual Statement on INB

The 77th session of the World Health Assembly (WHA) takes place in Geneva, Switzerland, on May 27–June 1, 2024.

The World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA) attends WHA7/ with a strong statement addressing the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (INB) negotiations.

WFPHA Advocates for Healthy Aging at ILC-UK Event

Today, Dr. Marta Lomazzi, Executive Manager of the World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA), represented the WFPHA at the International Longevity Centre – UK (ILC-UK) side event on the Healthy Ageing and Prevention Index.

In her presentation, Dr. Lomazzi highlighted the public health approach to healthy aging, with a special focus on intergenerational approaches to vaccination. Her insights underscored the critical role of public health strategies in fostering healthier aging populations worldwide.

Dr. Lomazzi’s insights reflect the WFPHA’s commitment to innovative public health strategies. As populations worldwide continue to age, her message underscores the importance of comprehensive, inclusive approaches to ensure healthier futures for all.

Meeting Our New Members

On May 26, 2024, during the General Assembly of the World Federation of Public Health Associations, member organizations welcomed 5 new members: the Ivory Coast Public Health Association (upgrade to full category), the Gambia Public Health Association (upgrade to full category), the Ecuadorian Society of Public Health (full category), the Global Network for Academic Public Health (GNAPH) (partner category), and the Active Citizenship Network (partner category).

We look forward to working together towards our shared goals of protecting and promoting health and wellbeing worldwide.