Devex CheckUp @ WHA
In Geneva and OnlineGlobal health is at a crossroads. U.S. and other foreign aid freezes are disrupting critical programs, climate change is driving new health crises, and workforce shortages are reaching breaking points. […]
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The Pandemic Agreement and Beyond: International Solidarity in a Multipolar Era
Hôtel Royal Genève Rue de Lausanne 41, 1201, GenevaAfter the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, countries rallied around the idea of a pandemic treaty to enshrine global solidarity against pandemic threats and establish priorities for coordination, cooperation, […]
Driving Action on Obesity and NCDs: Taking the Right(s) Approach
The Graduate Institute GenevaAs the global community prepares for the 2025 UN High-Level Meeting on NCDs, this event will bring the right conversations to the table. Attendees will leave with a clearer sense […]
Health Financing: What now? What next? Insights from malaria, dengue & Neglected Tropical Diseases
Hotel Royal GenevaThis multi-speaker event on the sidelines of the World Health Assembly (WHA) will create a platform to share first-hand experiences of funding challenges, whether from the recipient or funder’s perspective, as well […]
Bridging the Gap: Global Collaboration for Group A Streptococcus Vaccines
Warwick Hotel 14 Rue de Lausanne, GenevaGroup A Streptococcus (Strep A) is a major global health concern, responsible for a wide range of diseases – from mild infections to severe invasive diseases like rheumatic heart disease and acute […]
Reshaping Universal Health Coverage – The Path Ahead: Strengthening Universal Health Coverage in a Transforming World
Hotel President Wilson Quai Wilson 47, GenevaIn an era of evolving global health priorities—and with WHO adaptation, budget constraints, and multilateral support in flux—this forum brings together leaders, scholars, and civil society representatives from around the […]
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Turning the Tide: Leveraging AI and Innovative Finance for Healthcare Resilience
Intercontinental HotelTurning the Tide will bring together key stakeholders of global health – governments, industry, investors, academia, civil society and communities – to highlight challenges, share ideas and find common ground. This year, […]
Geneva Health Forum
Campus Biotech Chem. des Mines 9, 1202 GenèveFrom May 20 to 23, 2025, the Geneva Health Forum (GHF) will take place during the World Health Assembly (WHA). As the WHA convenes a political audience, the GHF provides […]
Driving Strategic Changes in Health Financing Through the Lusaka Agenda
Centre de Conférence de Varembé & Online2025’s shock waves in global health financing are prompting a reset in how health is financed and delivered globally, making the Lusaka Agenda more relevant than ever. As the global architecture for […]
Advancing Health Equity in Middle-Income Countries: Harnessing AI, Digital Health, and the Power of Partnerships
Paris Room, Hotel Intercontinental Genéve Geneva
Investing in Health & Care Workforce: Navigating Political Agenda Impact
Center for Indonesia’s Strategic Development Initiatives (CISDI), an Indonesian nonprofit focused on public health, will host a side event at WHA 78 to advance the commitment to strengthening global health […]
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Transforming Healthcare: How can we maximise the potential of AI while minimising the risks?
Hotel President Wilson Quai Wilson 47, GenevaArtificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to enhance healthcare by improving accessibility, efficiency, and patient-centered care. It can help address workforce shortages, optimize resource allocation, and enable personalized medicine. AI-driven […]
Healthy hearts for healthy aging – Approaches to cardiovascular disease prevention across the life course
Restaurant Vieux-Bois Avenue de la Paix 12, Geneva
Pandemic Readiness in an Uncertain World
Geneva Graduate Institute GenevaBased on lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic, The Independent Panel for Pandemic Preparedness and Response (The Independent Panel) recommended a package of evidence-based reforms as a blueprint for transforming global […]
Data to Action: How Metrics and Standards are improving patient safety
Geneva Press Club Domaine de Penthes, Chemin de l’Impératrice 18, 1292 Pregny-Chambésy, GenevaDuring WHA78 learn how new innovative data collection tools and techniques are impacting health care decision making The need for evidence-based decision-making in the design and delivery of robust service […]
Transforming Women’s Health: Lessons from the Global South
InterContinental Genève 7, Chem. du Petit-Saconnex 9, 1209, GenevaJoin country leaders, innovators, implementing and funding partners and learn how global south is leading the change in women's health. How the Global South is Transforming Women’s Health through Leadership, […]
Leptospirosis in the One Health Framework: A Global Health Challenge
Warwick Geneva Rue de Lausanne 14, 1201 Genève, Switzerland, GenèveLeptospirosis, a disease transmitted through contact with contaminated water or soil, causes serious public health and economic consequences, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. This zoonotic disease disproportionately affects vulnerable […]
Strengthening NCD Prevention and Care within Universal Health Coverage (UHC) – Advancing Eq Equity, Investment Returns, and Gender Equality.
9-11 9-11 Rue de Varembe" , Geneva , Swizerland 9-11 9-11 Rue de Varembe", GenevaFormat: Hybrid Webinar to register: https://bit.ly/4ki6U05 Registration link https://forms.gle/VQPaMHQUGFJfN3ZU7, Non-communicable diseases (NCDS), including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, and chronic respiratory diseases, are the leading cause of death and disability worldwide, […]
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Advancing Research and Innovation to Boost Maternal Health
Advancing Research & Innovation to Boost Maternal Health 📅 Date: Tuesday, 20 May 2025 🕡 Time: 16:30-18:30 CEST 📍 Venue: Restaurant Vieux Bois—Salle Dunant, Av. de la Paix 12, 1202 […]
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Bridging the Gap: Advancing Health Equity Through Social Determinants
La Vie des Champs La Vy-des-Champs 15, Geneva
Integrating rehabilitation into NCD care: a critical step towards UHC
Centre de Conference Varembé, Sale Nyon), Geneva -- and online 9 -11 Rue de Varembé, GenevaHumanity & Inclusion and the World Rehabilitation Alliance invite you to the side event "Integrating rehabilitation into NCD care: a critical step towards UHC", during the World Health Assembly. Integrating […]
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Strengthening health data governance regulation in the age of AI: The risk of inaction
Restaurant Vieux Bois (Av. de la Paix 12, 1202 Genève Genève) Restaurant Vieux Bois (Av. de la Paix 12, 1202 Genève Genève), GenèveTransform Health, the World Health Organisation, and the Health Data Collaborative are organising a side event on the urgency of health data governance in the current era of global health […]
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Accelerating Action on Global Drowning Prevention at WHA78
Jura Room, Warwick HotelThis side event will spotlight progress since the adoption of WHA Resolution 76.18 in 2023, including the Global Alliance on Drowning Prevention (GADP) and the Global Status Report, and explore […]
Navigating the global health landscape: Routes to prioritizing sustainable and equitable access to care
Hotel N'vY 18, rue de Richemont, GenevaJoin us for an exclusive World Health Assembly side event, focusing on “Navigating the global health landscape: Routes to prioritizing sustainable and equitable access to care”, on 20 May in Hotel N’vY, […]
Global Coalition on Oral Health: Mobilizing for Equity, Leadership, and Action towards the 4th UNHLM on NCDs and beyond
Royal Hotel Geneva Rue de Lausanne 41,, 1201 GenevaWith over 3.7 billion people affected by oral diseases globally—nearly half the world’s population—and with oral conditions ranking among the most prevalent noncommunicable diseases, urgent and coordinated action is essential.. […]
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Strengthening the Global Ecosystem for Paediatric Medicines: Leadership, Collaboration & Impact
Geneva, SwitzerlandCo-organized by Temasek Foundation, Medicines for Malaria Venture, Medicines Patent Pool, Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative, Global Antibiotic Research and Development Partnership, and the IAS – the International AIDS Society, […]
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Global Health Equity: A Shared Responsibility in Addressing NCDs Burden for All, including Migrants and Refugees
Campus Biotech Chem. des Mines 9, 1202 GenèveNoncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are responsible for over 70% of global deaths and pose an escalating threat to public health, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The first WHO World report […]