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Global Public Health Week 2024
Global Public Health Week 2024 The 3rd edition of Global Public Health Week (GPHW) commences on April 8, 2024, with the theme "Fostering Peace as a Prerequisite for Equitable Health". It will be a hybrid event, combining face to face and digital gatherings worldwide....
Bridging the Gap: Public Health at the Forefront of Climate Action
Bridging the Gap: Public Health at the Forefront of Climate Action On the inaugural Health Day at the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28), the World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA) Environmental Health Working Group advocates for a renewed focus...
World Hearing Forum: Advocating for a Sound Public Health Approach
World Hearing Forum: Advocating for a Sound Public Health Approach The World Hearing Forum convened on November 27-28 in Geneva, uniting global stakeholders committed to advancing ear and hearing care. As representatives of the World Federation of Public Health...
Call for Submission: Casebook on Advocacy in Public Health, Volume 2
Call for Submission: Casebook on Advocacy in Public Health, Volume 2 The World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA) is calling for submissions for the second volume of the Casebook on Advocacy in Public Health. In 2021, the WFPHA published the free-access...
Strengthening Global Public Health Resilience: WHO Roadmap & Action Plan for the Public Health and Emergency Workforce
Strengthening Global Public Health Resilience: WHO Roadmap & Action Plan for the Public Health and Emergency Workforce The recent challenges posed by many emergencies, from natural and man-made disasters to the COVID-19 pandemic, underscore the critical importance...
Uniting for Peace: WFPHA at the Heart of Global Health Advocacy
Uniting for Peace: WFPHA at the Heart of Global Health AdvocacyThe World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA) is joining hands with major health organizations—the International Committee of the Red Cross, International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons...
Decolonising Public Health: Creating Language for Action, Discussing a Draft Definition
Decolonising Public Health: Creating Language for Action, Discussing a Draft Definition On November 22, 2023, the WFPHA Indigenous Working Group hosted an insightful conversation, inviting Indigenous peoples, members, and organizations to explore "Decolonising Public...
Rio de Janeiro Unites Against Diabetes: A Day of Action and Awareness
Rio de Janeiro Unites Against Diabetes: A Day of Action and Awareness Working On November 14th, the world came together to observe World Diabetes Prevention Day, a crucial initiative aimed at raising awareness about diabetes and promoting preventive measures....
Fostering Global Connectivity: A Recap of the Global Young WFPHA Networking Event
Fostering Global Connectivity: A Recap of the Global Young WFPHA Networking Event In an era marked by dynamic shifts in public health, the significance of uniting young professionals on a global scale has taken center stage. On October 31st, we marked a significant...
A Week of Collaboration and Exploration: A Glimpse into WFPHA President’s Journey in China
A Week of Collaboration and Exploration: A Glimpse into WFPHA President's Journey in China In a week packed with meaningful engagements and collaborations, the President of the World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA), Prof Luis Eugenio De Souza,...
World Federation of Public Health Associations Endorses SESPAS Statement
World Federation of Public Health Associations Endorses SESPAS Statement The Spanish Society for Public Health and Health Administration (SESPAS) has strongly denounced the dire humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, emphasizing the devastating impact on...