WFPHA Blog: Insights on Global Public Health

Climate Change and Maternal, Newborn, Child & Adolescent Health: A Global Call to Action Climate change is here and it’s actively harming the health of women, newborns, children, and adolescents (MNCAH) worldwide. Rising temperatures, extreme weather, and...

Oral Health Working Group Chair Interview: Dr. Abiola Adeniyi Oral health is often overlooked in public health discussions, yet it plays a critical role in overall well-being. To explore how oral health intersects with broader health systems, we spoke with Dr. Abiola...

Youth Power: The Next Generation's Role in Lifelong Immunization Today's youth represent not just the future of healthcare but a powerful force for change. Their digital fluency, innovative thinking, and peer influence make them uniquely positioned to advance...

Seeking Two Interns for the WFPHA  The World Federation of Public Health Associations is currently looking for 2 Intern WFPHA offers a unique environment for students interested in an internship in international health and development. Interns are given...

Youth Tobacco Addiction: The Silent Epidemic Stealing Futures I was walking through the narrow alleys of Basantapur, one of the most vibrant, culturally rich, and historic areas of Kathmandu, Nepal, when my eyes caught a disturbing scene: a group of boys, no older...

Healthcare Workers as Vaccine Advocates: Building Trust & Increasing Uptake Vaccine hesitancy is rising, but healthcare professionals remain the most trusted voices. Nurses, doctors, and pharmacists are uniquely positioned to boost vaccine confidence if given the...

Bridging Public Health and Global Policy: A Conversation with Emeka Iloegbu  Public health is more than just medicine and science. It’s about people, policy, and the bridges we build between them. In this insightful interview, Bettina Borisch, CEO of the World...

2024-2025 Annual Report Is Now Available!Our 2024-2025 Annual Report is now available for viewing. This report showcases WFPHA’s key initiatives and activities aimed at protecting people, preventing diseases, and promoting global health and well-being.

Life Course Immunization: Why Lifelong Vaccination is Essential for Public Health Immunization isn't just for children. It's a lifelong necessity. While pediatric vaccination programs have seen tremendous success globally, adult immunization remains dangerously...

Public Health in Emergencies and Disasters Working Group Chair Interview: Dr. Duha Shellah From conflicts to climate change, the need for resilient health systems and equitable access to care has never been more urgent. Dr. Duha Shellah, the newly appointed Chair of...