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WHO Prequalifies First Ever Malaria Treatment for Newborns and Infants – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1259

The WHO’s approval of Coartem Baby marks a historic achievement in malaria treatment for newborns and young infants, addressing a critical gap in healthcare. Developed by Novartis and Medicines for Malaria Venture, this innovative drug provides a safer, accurately dosed option, highlighting the importance of inclusive pharmaceutical innovation and collaborative efforts in global health.
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Urban Health – The New Global Imperative – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1247

Asrar Qureshi’s blog discusses the World Health Organization’s emphasis on urban health as a global imperative. It highlights how cities, housing over half the world’s population, must prioritize health through policy and community engagement. Innovative city-led initiatives aim to prevent noncommunicable diseases, stressing a shift from reactive healthcare to proactive health systems.
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Traditional Medicines in Global Health – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post 1200

Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post 1200 highlights the significance of traditional medicine in global health, as reported by WHO. It discusses the integration of these systems into healthcare, focusing on accessibility, equity, and respect for Indigenous knowledge. The WHO Global Summit aims to promote evidence-based practices, ensuring traditional medicine’s role in improving health outcomes worldwide.
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WHO Report 2025 – Universal Health Coverage – Part 2 – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1197

Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1197 urges urgent action towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC) as outlined in the WHO 2025 report. It emphasizes expanding UHC definitions, investing in primary health care, ensuring financial protection, and promoting equity. The post calls for a comprehensive approach to health systems, addressing the needs of marginalized communities globally.
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WHO Report 2025 – Universal Health Coverage – Part 1 – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1196

This blog post summarizes WHO’s 2025 report on Universal Health Coverage (UHC), highlighting progress and challenges. While many countries have improved service coverage, significant inequities and financial barriers persist, particularly for non-communicable diseases. The report emphasizes the importance of continued investments to ensure equitable access to essential health services globally.
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Violence Against Women – Prevalence Estimates 2023 – Part 2 – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1194

The blog post by Asrar Qureshi discusses the WHO’s 2023 report on violence against women, highlighting its prevalence and the slow progress toward eliminating it. It emphasizes the need for policy changes, improved data collection, and societal transformation to combat structural inequalities and establish effective prevention methods for a safer future for women and girls.
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Violence Against Women – Prevalence Estimates 2023 – Part 1 – Asrar Qureshi’s Blog Post #1193

The 2023 WHO report on violence against women reveals alarming global prevalence rates of intimate partner violence (IPV) and non-partner sexual violence (NPSV). Nearly one-third of women experience these forms of violence, affecting their health and societal roles. Progress remains slow, necessitating urgent action to meet global targets by 2030.
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