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All Victorian children will receive two extra free visits with maternal and child health nurses to catch developmental needs early. The expansion is part of a $874 million program launching in October to support kids with autism and developmental delays.
Six health champions from five continents received top global honors for bringing lifesaving care to the world's most underserved communities. Their work proves that innovation and compassion can transform health systems from the ground up.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has officially accepted the role of child welfare advocate in Nigeria, a position granted by the country's leading pediatricians. With over 800 newborns dying daily from preventable causes, his voice could help turn the tide on a national health crisis.
A railway worker in India pulled off a split-second rescue when a passenger carrying a child slipped while boarding a moving train. The January 18 save in Prayagraj shows how quick thinking can mean the difference between tragedy and triumph.
Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been appointed to lead the African Union's campaign for maternal, newborn, and child health across the continent. The one-year role recognizes Tanzania's progress in reducing maternal and child mortality.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan just earned a major continental role leading maternal and child health efforts across Africa. The African Union recognized Tanzania's health reforms by appointing her to champion better healthcare for millions of women and children.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu is rallying nations to invest in science-backed health systems and collaborative solutions. Her World Health Day message champions the One Health approach that connects human, animal, and environmental wellbeing.
Nigeria is building a healthcare system that can protect its 10 million newborns each year without depending on foreign aid forever. The country just secured $500 million for vaccines while steadily growing its own health budget from 3.5% to 6% in three years.
A new program in Lagos is helping proven healthcare innovations reach thousands more babies and young children across Africa. The B.A.B.Y. Scale Accelerator focuses on growth, not just good ideas.
A California county celebrated everyday heroes who make their community healthier and stronger. Lena Jesrani, the Corning Sharks Youth Wrestling team, and public health worker Amy Condie all received recognition for their dedication.
In rural India, where three out of four children suffer from anemia, a two-year health program is proving that training local workers can transform maternal and child nutrition. The initiative reaches 800 villages by strengthening what already exists.
After a landmark court ruling, thousands of South African community health workers who've served their communities for decades are finally gaining the job security they deserve. Lucky Mthombeni has volunteered and worked for 22 years on stipends—now permanent employment is within reach.
Japan is funding a major health initiative in Zanzibar that will bring clean sanitation and better nutrition to over 200,000 children and families. The one-year program tackles open defecation and malnutrition through innovative technology and community training.
A new comprehensive guide shows organizations how to secure funding for Mental Health First Aid programs, making mental health education more accessible to communities nationwide. The step-by-step resource covers everything from finding grants to writing winning applications.
Nigeria's federal government and 20 states have pooled $4.4 million to combat severe malnutrition and anemia affecting millions of children and mothers. The Child Nutrition Fund is saving lives by getting life-saving nutrients to pregnant women and malnourished children across the country.
The University of Calabar is launching a health surveillance program to reduce child mortality in surrounding communities. The initiative connects an international health program with local leaders to address preventable childhood deaths.
Two Washington nonprofits are inviting neighbors inside their mental health recovery centers this May, showing how connection and purpose help people thrive. The free open houses reveal an innovative approach where members and staff work side by side, building confidence through community instead of just treatment.
Yale School of Public Health is turning medical research into real-world solutions that work at scale. Through its new Future of Health Innovation Hub, students and faculty are launching startups that have already reached 30 countries and helped millions access better healthcare.
Nigeria has trained 78,000 frontline health workers in just two years and expanded health insurance to nearly 22 million people. The dramatic improvements show how focused investment can transform healthcare access for millions.
A Malawian government leader is joining an elite group of African health communication pioneers to share how better messaging saves lives. His work proves that the way we talk about health can be just as important as the medicine itself.
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