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HIV prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care for key populations

World Health Organization; UMAIDS; UNDP; et al. (2017) C_WHO
Policy Brief Consolidated Guidelines Updated 2016 WHO/HIV/2017.05
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WHO encourages countries to adapt HIV testing strategies in response to changing epidemic

World Health Organization WHO (2019) C_WHO
Policy brief. HIV testing services (HTS) and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) have been scaled up substantially. It is estimated that, globally, nearly 80% of people with HIV now know their status. Wit ... more
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Dual HIV/syphilis rapid diagnostic tests can be used as the first test in antenatal care

World Health Organization WHO (2019) C_WHO
Policy Brief. WHO recommends that pregnant women receive testing for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B (HBSAg) at least once during pregnancy, preferably in the first trimester. Dual HIV/syphilis rapi ... more
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WHO recommends HIV self-testing – evidence update and considerations for success

World Health Organization WHO (2019) C_WHO
Policy brief. HIV self-testing (HIVST) is a convenient and confidential option for HIV testing. In 2016 WHO recommended HIVST as a safe, accurate and effective way to reach people who may not test ... more
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What works for generating demand for HIV testing services

World Health Organization WHO (2019) C_WHO
Policy brief. Globally, one in five people with HIV are unaware of their status, despite considerable scale up of HIV testing, treatment and prevention services. Many of those unreached by HIV test ... more
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Food Security and Nutrition

UN Secretary-General; UN Sustainable Development Group UNSDG (2020) C1
Policy Brief 2 June 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic is a health and human crisis threatening the food security and nutrition of millions of people around the world. Hundreds of millions of people were a ... more
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Preventing and managing COVID-19 across long-term care services

World Health Organization WHO (2020) C_WHO
Policy brief, 24 July 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic has affected older people disproportionately, especially those living in long-term care facilities. In many countries, evidence shows that more than ... more
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Considerations for introducing new antiretroviral drug formulations for children

World Health Organization WHO (2020) CC
Policy brief. July 2020
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In the wake of the pandemic. Preparing for Long COVID-19

Rajan, S.; et al. World Health Organization WHO, Regional Office of Europe (2021) C_WHO
Policy Brief. Our understanding of how to diagnose and manage Long COVID is still evolving but the condition can be very debilitating. It is associated with a range of overlapping symptoms includin ... more
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Preventing and managing COVID-19 across long-term care services (Arab Version)

World Health Organization WHO (2020) C_WHO
Policy brief, 24 July 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic has affected older people disproportionately, especially those living in long-term care facilities. In many countries, evidence shows that more than ... more
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Antimicrobial Resistance, Fueled by the COVID-19 Pandemic

Pan American Health Organisation PAHO (2021) C_WHO
Policy Brief November 2021 Available in English, Spanish and Portuguese The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled the ongoing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) global crisis due to the increase in the use of ... more
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Updated recommendations on simplified service delivery and diagnostics for hepatitis C infection
recommended

World Health Organization WHO (2022) CC
Policy Brief. 24 June 2022. This policy brief, one of two on the updated hepatitis C (HCV) guide ... more
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Трансгендеры и ВИЧ-инфекция: аналитическая справка

D. Adams; J. Byrne; M. Cabra; et al. World Health Organization (2015) C_WHO
Policy Brief. More languages available here https://apps.who.int/iris/handle/10665/179517
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Adolescent Pregnancy in Zambia

Population Council, UNFPA, and Government of the Republic of Zambia (2017) C1
A policy brief highlighting key factors associated with adolescent pregnancy. Adolescent pregnancy undermines girls’ human rights and reduces opportunities to realize their full potential.
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Child Marriage in Zambia

Population Council, UNFPA, and Government of the Republic of Zambia (2017) C1
A policy brief on child marriage in Zambia. Child marriage is a human rights violation, and endangers young people' personal development and well-being; thus reducing opportunities to realize their ... more
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COVID-19 and political stability in Ethiopia

Yusuf S. Institute for security Studies (2020) C1
This policy brief examines the implications of COVID-19 and the government’s preventative measure for political stability,9 especially in the short to medium term. It argues that in the short term ... more
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Burkina Faso national action plan on antimicrobial resistance: review of progress in the human health sector

World Health Organization WHO (2022) C_WHO
This policy brief aims to provide a review of the current progress on implementing the Burkina Faso national action plan on AMR, identifies critical gaps, and highlights findings to accelerate furth ... more
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Climate-smart agriculture, fisheries and livestock for food security

The Republic of the Union of Myanmar, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation; Myanmar Climate Change Alliance (MCCA) (2017) C1
Policy Guidance Brief 1
• Climate change has already challenged the agriculture sector in Myanmar by afecting rice yields and livestock production, while disasters such as foods and cyclones ... more
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Managing climate risks for people’s health and well-being

The Republic of the Union of Myanmar, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation; Myanmar Climate Change Alliance (MCCA) (2017) C1
Policy Guidance Brief 2
• The potential health risks from climate change include: increase of waterborne and vector-borne diseases, heat-related illnesses, injuries and deaths, food insecurit ... more
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From response to recovery: Supporting children and communities in Ebola-affected countries

Plan International (2015)
This policy brief is targeted at national governments, donors and regional and international actors to support Ebola-affected countries to transition from emergency response to recovery.
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Triple Jeopardy: Violence against women with disabilities in Cambodia

Australian AID (2013) C2
RESEARCH POLICY BRIEF
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War on drugs for peace in Afghanistan: Lessons from South America

South Asia Democratic Forum (2018) C2
SADF POLICY BRIEF 31 October 2018 Issue n° 8 ISSN: 2406-5625
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Update of recommendations on first- and second-line antiretroviral regimens

World Health Organization (WHO) World Health Organization (WHO) (2019) C_WHO
July 2019 Policy brief HIV Treatment
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Good governance for prison health in 21st century

World Health Organization (Europe); UNODC (United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime) (2013) C_WHO
A policy brief on the organization of prison health
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WHO recommends assistance for people with HIV to notify their partners

World Health Organization (WHO) World Health Organization (WHO) (2016) C_WHO
HIV testing services Policy Brief December 2016
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HIV self-testing at the workplace

World Health Organization (WHO); ILO International Labour Organization World Health Organization (WHO); ILO International Labour Organization (2018) C_WHO
HIV testing services Policy Brief November 2018 WHO/CDS/HIV/18.48
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WHO recommendations to assure HIV testing quality

World Health Organization (WHO) World Health Organization (WHO) (2015) C_WHO
HIV testing Policy Brief July 2015
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WHO recommendations HIV testing by lay providers

World Health Organization (WHO) World Health Organization (WHO) (2015) C_WHO
HIV testing Policy Brief July 2015
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Transition to new antiretrovirals in HIV programmes

World Health Organization (2017) C_WHO
HIV Treatment Policy Brief July 2017
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WHO expands recommendation on oral pre-exposure prophylaxis of HIV infection (PrEP)

World Health Organization (WHO) World Health Organization (WHO) (2015) C_WHO
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) Policy Brief November 2015
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Antimicrobial Use in Livestock in Low-Income Countries

Swedish International Agricultural Network Initiative SIANI (2016) C2
This policy brief identifies and explains the main reasons behind the rise of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) associated with improper use of antibiotics in the livestock sector. Focusing on the low- ... more
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Antibiotic resistance: using a cultural contexts of health approach to address a global health challenge

Ledingham, K. World Health Organization Europe (2020) C_WHO
This policy brief has been developed in response to the contemporary challenge of antibiotic resistance (‎ABR)‎. ABR poses a formidable threat to global health and sustainable development. It is ... more
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Psychological toll of COVID-19 among healthcare provider— based on information as at 5 February 2021

World Health Organization WHO, Regional Office of Africa (2021) C_WHO
Rapid Policy Brief
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SARS-CoV-2 bei Migrant*innen und geflüchteten Menschen

Kompetenznetz Public Health COVID-19 (2021) CC
Der Policy Brief des Kompetenznetz Public Health COVID-19 befasst sich mit der empirischen Evidenz zu SARS-Cov-2 bei Migrant*innen und geflüchteten Menschen und leitet hieraus Handlungsempfehlungen ... more
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Die elektronische Gesundheitskarte für Asylsuchende - Zusammenfassung der wissenschaftlichen Evidenz

A. W. Gold; Weis, J.; Janho, L; et al. Uni Heidelberg (2021) CC
Dieser Policy Brief fasst den bis Juni 2021 verfügbaren Wissensstand zu Auswirkungen der Einführung der elektronischen Gesundheitskarte (eGK) für Asylsuchende zusammen. Es werden empirische Erke ... more
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NCDs and climate change: Shared opportunities for action

NCD Alliance (2016) CC
The policy brief focuses on four key areas for intervention - air pollution, energy, transport and food systems. Air pollution causes 7 million deaths annually, and is a leading cause of both NCDs a ... more
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Long-Run Impacts of the Conflict in Ukraine on Food Security in Africa

Balma, L.; et al. (2022) CC
Kiel Policy Brief, Ukraine Special 1, March 2022.Many African countries heavily rely on imports of agricultural commodities and agricultural inputs from Ukraine and Russia, for example wheat, other ... more
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Epidemiological and Economic Impact of COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout Scenarios in Africa

African Union; Africa CDC Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (2022) CC
This policy brief draws from the latest evidence on the impact of vaccination program start date and vaccine rollout rates on health benefits. The objective is to support policymakers on decisions t ... more
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Malawi national action plan on antimicrobial resistance: review of progress in the human health sector

World Health Organization WHO (2022) C_WHO
This policy brief aims to provide a review of the current progress on implementing the Malawi national action plan on AMR, identifies critical gaps, and highlights findings to accelerate further pro ... more
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Kenya national action plan on antimicrobial resistance: review of progress in the human health sector

World Health Organization WHO (2022) C_WHO
This policy brief aims to provide a review of the current progress on implementing the Kenya national action plan on AMR, identifies critical gaps, and highlights findings to accelerate further prog ... more
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Mali national action plan on antimicrobial resistance: review of progress in the human health sector

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
This policy brief aims to provide a review of the current progress on implementing the Mali national action plan on AMR, identifies critical gaps, and highlights findings to accelerate further progr ... more
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The role of HIV viral suppression in improving individual health and reducing transmission

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
This policy brief describes key HIV viral load thresholds and the available viral load testing approaches for monitoring how well antiretroviral therapy is working for people living with HIV. It pro ... more
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Our Right to Health, Our Right to Clean Air - Improving air quality to address NCDs

NCD Alliance; Forum of International Respiratory Societies (2019) CC
This policy brief explores the impact of air pollution on health and address the air quality issue in the response to noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). It also provides key actions that ... more
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Cross-Border Female Genital Mutilation in East Africa

UNFPA ESARO UNFPA; UNICEF (2022) CC
In East Africa, the trend in cross-border FGM puts at risk the progress achieved in eliminating the practice. The only way we can reach zero FGM by 2030 is by concerted and immediate action to address all aspects of FGM. This policy ... more
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Prevention and Treatment of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections for sex workers in low- and middle-income countries

World Health Organization; UNFPA; UNAIDS; etc al.d (2012) C_WHO
HIV/AIDS Programme Policy Brief
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COVID-19 and mandatory vaccination: Ethical considerations and caveats

World Health Organization WHO (2021) C_WHO
13 April 2021 Policy Brief
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Injection safety in the context of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccination

Infection Prevention and Control UHL, WHO Headquarters (2022) C_WHO
5 April 2022, Addendum. This policy brief confirms WHO guidance and policy on injection safety in the context of the extraordinary increase in glob ... more
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NCD Alliance Advocacy Priorities - For the 2023 United Nations High-Level Meeting on Universal Health Coverage

NCD Alliance NCD Alliance (2023) CC2
The document is a policy brief by the NCD Alliance for the 2023 United Nations High-Level Meeting on Universal Health Coverage (UHC). It highlights the importance of integrating non-communicable dis ... more
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Imaging ultrasound before 24 weeks of pregnancy: 2022 update to the WHO antenatal care recommendations for a positive pregnancy experience

World Health Organization WHO (2022) C_WHO
This technical brief describes the re-affirmed WHO recommendation on ultrasound examination in the context of routine antenatal care and outlines policy and programme implications for translating th ... more
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The effects of COVID-19 on persons living with hypertension

World Health Organization WHO, Regional Office of Africa (2021) C_WHO
based on information as at 28 February 2021 Rapid Policy Brief Series Series 14: COVID-19 and hypertension
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Readiness for influenza during the COVID-19 pandemic

World Health Organization WHO (2020) C_WHO
5 Nov. 2020 The policy brief provides a concise summary of information and considerations to ensure optimal management of influenza during the COVID-19 pandemic. It includes a list of technical gui ... more
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Les effets de la COVID-19 sur les personnes atteintes d’hypertension

Organisation Mondiale de la Santé, Bureau régional de l'OMS pour l'Afrique (2021) C_WHO
Sur la base des informations disponibles au 28 février 2021 Rapid Policy Brief Series Series 14: COVID-19 and hypertension
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HIV self-testing at workplaces: approaches to implementation and sustainable financing

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
Countries are making progress toward the global goal of 95% of people living with HIV knowing their status by 2025. However, considerable gaps remain in achieving these goals globally. Men in high HIV burden settings and men from key populations in all settings are consistently less likely to know t ... more
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Updated WHO Recommendation on Tranexamic Acid for the Treatment of Postpartum Haemorrhage

USAID, MCSP; World Health Organization (2017) C_WHO
This summary brief highlights key messages from the updated World Health Organization’s recommendation on tranexamic acid (TXA) for the treatment of postpartum haemorrhage (PPH), including policy ... more
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Protecting forcibly displaced children during the COVID-19 pandemic: UNHCR response and field practices

UN High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR (2020) C1
This brief provides a snapshot of child protection interventions by UNHCR and its partners during the pandemic, covering community engagement, case management, alternative care and capacity building. In addition to working with children and communit ... more
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Do no harm: Maternal, newborn and infant care during COVID-19

UN Children's Fund (2021) C_UNICEF
This brief summarizes current evidence and guidance for maintaining safe and effective care across the spectrum of maternal, newborn and infant care while protecting mother and child and health care providers during COVID-19. Furthermore, implicatio ... more
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Disability considerations for COVID-19 vaccination

World Health Organization WHO; UNICEF (2021) C_WHO
Available in Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish; WHO and UNICEF policy brief, 19 April 2021 Persons with disabilities are disproportionately impacted by COVID-19, both directly because o ... more
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Working for Health 2022-2030 Action Plan: protection and performance

World Health Organization WHO (2023) C_WHO
This thematic brief accompanies the Working for Health 2022–2030 Action Plan, serving as a rationale to the related actions of the Working for Health progression model (see Annex). The brief aims ... more
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Working for Health 2022-2030 Action Plan: planning and financing

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
This thematic brief accompanies the Working for Health 2022–2030 Action Plan, providing a rationale for the related actions of the Working for Health progression model (see Annex). This brief ai ... more
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Working for Health 2022-2030 Action Plan: education and employment

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
This thematic brief accompanies the Working for Health 2022–2030 Action Plan, serving as a background and rationale to the related actions of the Working for Health progression model (see Annex). The br ... more
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Efeitos da COVID-19 em pessoas com hipertensão

World Health Organization WHO, Regional Office of Africa (2021) C_WHO
— com base na informação disponível a 28 de Fevereiro de 2021 Rapid Policy Brief Series Series 14: COVID-19 and hypertension
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Preventing and responding to gender-based violence in humanitarian crises

Rebecca Holmes; Dharini Bhuvanendra Humanitarian Practice Network at ODI (2014) C3
The aim of this paper is to map and critically analyse evidence of good practice in prevention and response to gender-based violence (GBV) in humanitarian contexts which can support humanitarian practitioners and policy makers to improve the quality ... more
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Improving the lives of people with epilepsy

World Health Organization WHO (2022) C_WHO
Download (7.4 MB) Overview Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders globally. The WHO epilepsy technical brief aims to strengthen action for epilepsy and complements the Intersectoral global action plan on epilepsy and other neuro ... more
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Malawi’s Community-based Health System Model: Structure, Strategies, and Learning

Devlin, K.; Pandit-Rajani, T.; Egan, F.K. Advancing Partners & Communities (2017) CC
The Community-based Health System Model Series briefs identify and discuss critical health system inputs and processes that have contributed to the implementation and expansion of community-based service delivery in different countries. Countries were selected for their geographic diversity, type o ... more
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Emergency Use Designation of COVID-19 candidate vaccines: Ethical considerations for current and future COVID-19 placebo-controlled vaccine trials and trial unblinding

World Health Organization WHO (2020) C_WHO
The conduct of COVID-19 vaccine trials in the context of a candidate vaccine being issued with Emergency Use Designation raises challenging ethical questions, including in relation to the use of placebo controls and unblinding of trial participants in current and future COVID-19 vaccine trials. This ... more
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Young people and COVID-19: Behavioural considerations for promoting safe behaviours

World Health Organization WHO (2021) C_WHO
In the context of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic response, WHO identifies young people as a priority target audience with specific concerns, experiences and behaviours. This policy brief ... more
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Integrating Primary Care And Public Health

Bernd Rechel Eurohealth (2020) CC
There are many calls for improved integration between primary care and public health, but also sizeable obstacles to achieving this, such as differences in the ways the two sectors are organised and financed, as well as differences in education, culture and approach. This article, based on a new ... more
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Global and regional maps - overview over nutrition-related policies

Global Food Research Program et al. (2022) CC
Our global and regional maps provide a visual depiction of the locations around the world where different nutrition-related public health policies have been passed or implemented. The sugary drink tax map includes brief descriptions of over 50 taxes ... more
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Mission de lancement d'une note et d’un dialogue politique sur le noma au Burkina Faso

Isabelle Wachsmuth OMS Genève (2014) C2
Cette mission menée conjointement par la représentante du Ministère de la Santé en charge du projet, la responsable EVIPNet de l’OMS à Genève et le directeur de la fondation Winds of Hope visait à établir le lien entre le Ministère de la Santé et les différentes parties prenantes du B ... more
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Preventing and mitigating COVID-19 at work

World Health Organization WHO (2021) C_WHO
Workplaces outside of healthcare facilities can be also settings for transmission of COVID-19. Outbreaks of COVID-19 has been reported in various types of workplaces and job categories. All workers should be protected from acquiring COVID-19 because of their work. The prevention of COVID-19 in ... more
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Keeping the vector out: housing improvements for vector control and sustainable development

Kraef, C.; Röbbel, N. World Health Organization WHO (2017) C_WHO
Vector-borne diseases are responsible for 17% of the global burden of communicable diseases and more than 500 000 deaths annually. The ambitious global targets for the control of vector-borne diseases come in the context of the (re-)emergence of diseases, increasing resistances to insecticides and u ... more
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Building blocks out of the crisis: The UN’s SDG Stimulus Plan

Molina G. and L. Jensen United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) (2023) CC
The UN’s SDG Stimulus Plan, which calls for additional liquidity, effective debt restructuring and the expansion of development financing, has the potential to free up significant fiscal space in developing economies. For 52 most debt-vulnerable economies, a 30 percent haircut of 2021 public exter ... more
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WASH - Nutrition Strategy, West and Central Africa: To maximise the impact of projects addressing malnutrition through interventions of the Water, Sanitiation, Hygiene sector

UN Children's Fund UNICEF (2022) C_UNICEF
This document was prepared by UNICEF Regional Office for West and Central Africa, under the leadership of Christophe Valingot and the review of Joachim Peeters (WASH Specialist) and Arnaud Laillou (Nutrition Specialist), on behalf of the WASH Regional Group and the Nutrition Regional Group. This ... more
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POLICY PAPER: The Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in the Post-2015 Development Agenda

International Disability Alliance (IDA) & International Disability Development Consortium (IDDC) (2015) C2
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Water and sanitation budget brief (2011/12-2015/16)

UNICEF (2016)
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Situational Brief: Asylum Seekers & Refugees in Greece during Covid-19

Carruther E., A. Veizis, E. Kondilis, et al. Lancet Migration (2020) CC
Aligned to the Lancet Migration Global Statementto include migrants and refugees incountries’response toCOVID-192, this brief focuses onGreece’s challenges and opportunities to build an inclusive response. Asylum seekers and refugees in Greece a ... more
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Situational Brief: Transit Migration in Mexico during the Covid-19 Pandemic

Sedas A. C., M. Aguerrebere, L. A. Martinez Juarez, et al. Lancet Migration (2020) CC
Aligned to the Lancet Migration Global Statement to include migrants and refugees incountries’response to COVID-19, this update focuses on Mexico’s challenges and opportunities to build an inclusive response that is based on a contextualized adaptation of there commendations published by th ... more
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Situational Brief: Newly Arrived Migrants & Asylum Seekers in Italy during the Covid-19 pandemic

Emelurumonye I. N., A. Miglietta Lancet Migration (2020) CC
On 30thJanuary 2020 the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the People’s Republic of China to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) under the international Health Regulations. The following day, the Italian Governm ... more
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Situational Brief: Report on Venezuelan Migrants in Colombia and the Covid-19 pandemic

Cubillos-Novella A., I. Bojorquez-Chapela, J. A. Fernandez-Nino Lancet Migration (2020) CC
La movilidad humana en Colombia incluye una combinación de migración interna e internacional, tanto de personas colombianas como originarios de otros países. Históricamente, el principal movimiento migratorio internacional en Colombia ha sido la emigración. Las razones son variad ... more
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Situational Brief: Report on East Africa and Horn of Africa

Martini M, M. Abdiker Lancet Migration (2020) CC
The COVID-19 pandemic poses an additional and critical challenge in a fragile humanitarian context, where the population is already highly vulnerable and lives in often overcrowded settlements where distancing is impossible, and with limited access to basic health services and hygiene. Further sprea ... more
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Situational Brief: Deportations and Irregular Migrants during the Covid-19 pandemic

Mosca D. T., C. Marotta, F. di Gennaro, et al. Lancet Migration (2020) CC
The World Health Organization (WHO)6, the Civil Society Action Committee and the Lancet Migration global collaboration are amongst many organisations that have advised governments against returning irregular migrants during the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The expulsion of i ... more
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Situational Brief: Perspective on Migrants' right to health in Latin America during the Covid-19

Riggirozzi P., J. Grugel, N. Cintra Lancet Migration (2020) CC
Protecting Migrants or Reversing Migration? COVID-19 and the risks of a protracted crisis in Latin America
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Situational Brief: Covid-19 and associated risks for Central Asian temporary labour migrants in the Russian Federation

King E. J., N. Zotova Lancet Migration (2020) CC
The Russian Federation continues to be a major destination country for Central Asianlabour migrants. There were nearly million Central Asians living in the Russian Federation in 2019, mainly coming from Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan in order to seek employment opportunities. Men continue to ... more
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Situational Brief: Impact of Covid-19 on forcibly displaced persons inside Syria

Marzouk M., Rayes D., Y. Douedari et al. Lancet Migration (2020) CC
Over nine years of protracted and violent conflict in Syria has decimated its health system,killed an estimated 586,000 people and forcibly displaced more than half the 22 million pre-war population from their homes. As of June 2020, a total of 6.2 million Syrians (of whom 40% are children) are inte ... more
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Situational Brief: Marginalized Migrants in Israel during the Covid-19 Pandemic

Gottlieb N., N. Davidovitch, D. F. Filc et al. Lancet Migration (2020) CC
In Israel, as in other countries, the COVID-19 outbreak highlights existing structural inequities,which compromise the health of some migrant groups. The Israeli case also demonstrate show strong NGOs successfully advocate for the protection of migrants‘health amidst the crisis, madepossible bya c ... more
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Vaccination Policy

Kompetenznetz Pulic Health Covid-19 (2020) C1
Ethical perspectives on a future vaccination program against COVID-19 in Germany
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Kenya Country Brief - Kenya

Nutrition International (2021) C1
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Brief, structured psychological treatment

World Health Organization WHO (2012) C_WHO
Q 3: Is brief, structured psychological treatment in non-specialist health care settings better (more effective than/as safe as) than treatment as usual in people with depressive episode/disorder?
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Statement containing brief activities of the Department of AIDS Control in India in 2013

National AIDSControl (NACO), Government of India; Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (2014) C1
India AIDS Response Report 2014
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Increasing equity in health service access and financing: Health strategy, policy achievements and new challenges

Annear, Peter Leslie; Veasnakiry, Lo; Momoe Takeuchi World Health Organization (WHO) (2016) C_WHO
Policy note: Cambodia Health Systems in Transition.
The health system includes a mix of public and private providers. The use of private providers is much greater among the wealthy, while the use of informal-sector health providers is greater a ... more
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Policy Snapshot: Cholesterol Control and Management in Brazil

World Heart Federation (2015) CC
Worldwide, there are about 17 million deaths due to cardiovascular disease (CVD) each year and at least two or three times as many non-fatal events. Raised cholesterol greatly increases the risks of stroke and heart disease, causing a large health burden across the world. The World Health Organizat ... more
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Issue Brief 38: Конфликт в Украине и его последствия для психического здоровья

The MEDBOX Team (2024) CC
По мере развития российского вторжения в Украину гражданское население и военные столкнулись с огромными проблемами. Неудивительно, что в таких условиях ухудшает ... more
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Issue Brief: Ukraine Conflict and the impact on Mental Health

The MEDBOX Team (2024) CC
As Russia's invasion of Ukraine progresses, the civilian population and the Armed Forces face enormous challenges. It is unsurprising that people's mental health deteriorate in such conditions. This Issue Brief provides publications and informative ... more
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Policy considerations for implementing a risk-based approach to international travel in the context of COVID-19, 2 July 2021

World Health Organization WHO (2021) C_WHO
Countries across the world are facing diverse epidemiological situations with varying response capacities and access to life saving tools. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that national authorities continue to apply a risk-based approach when implementing measures related to COVID-19 ... more
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EMPowerment for Advocacy - The EMPAD Policy Framework for national advocacy by and with key populations

E. Restoy; A. Teltschik; K. Safreed-Harmon; et al. International HIVAIDS Alliance (2014) C2
Policy Framework
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WFP Myanmar Country Brief March 2019

World Food Programme WFP (2019)
Operational Updates Emergency Relief & Nutrition Rakhine: A significant increase in internal displacements due to continued armed conflict between the Myanmar military (Tatmadaw) and Arakan Army was reported in northern and central Rakhine State increasing from 6,000 people in February to 20,000 i ... more
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Evidence Brief HIV Stigma and Discrimination in the World of Work: Findings from the People Living with HIV Stigma Index

GNP (Global Network of people living HIV); ILO (International Labour Organization) (2018) C2
Evidence Brief
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Advancing combination HIV prevention - An advocacy brief for community-led organisations

A. Sharma; L.Davies International HIVAIDS Alliance; UNAIDS; AVAC (Global Advocacy for HIV Prevention) (2016) C2
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UNFPA Global Technical Brief - Implications of COVID-19 for Older Persons: Responding to the Pandemic

reliefweb; UNFPA (2020) C2
This technical brief was developed by the UNFPA Global Ageing Network to complement the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs' (UN DESA) Issue Brief: Older Persons and COVID-19, which emphasi ... more
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Situational Brief: Covid-19 & Migration in Germany

Gottlieb, N., M. Hintermeier, K. Bozorgmehr (2020) CC
Germany’s overall response to COVID-19 has been evaluated as reasoned and sound. Nonetheless, it has exposed weaknesses and blindspots in the German healthcare system regarding the inclusion of migrant groups. For instance, marginalised groups such as labour migrants and asylum-seekers are not con ... more