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Findings from othe Global Burden of Disease Study 2017

Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), The Lancet (2019) CC
This booklet provides an overview of all findings from the Global Burden of Disease 2017 study. Published in The Lancet in November 2018, GBD 2017 provides for the first time an independent estimation of population, for each of 195 countries and ter ... more
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Family Planning 101

Global Health Learning Center (2018) CC
his course provides an overview of the basic information relevant to FP programs and services, including rationale for voluntary FP, contraceptive method considerations, contraceptive options (including short-acting, long-acting, and permanent metho ... more
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Understanding the Impact of COVID-19

Assessment Capacities Project ACAPS (2020) C2
This report provides an overview of the key information gaps and limitations in interpreting existing COVID-19 data
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FIND COVID-19 Diagnostics Resource Centre
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FIND (2020) CC
FIND is collating an overview of SARS-CoV-2 tests that are commercially available or in development for the diagnosis of COVID-19. We do not guarantee that this is a comprehensive list, since the information below has been submitted voluntarily by t ... more
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WHO recommendations on adolescent sexual and reproductive health and rights

World Health Organization WHO (2018) C_WHO
This document provides an overview of sexual and reproductive health and rights issues that may be important for the human rights, health and well-being of adolescents (aged 10–19 years) and the relevant World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines ... more
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International instruments on the use of antimicrobials across the human, animal and plant sectors

the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) and the World Health Organization (WHO) (2020) C_WHO
The publication provides an overview and analysis of international instruments that set standards related to the use of antimicrobials across the human, animal and plant sectors, and their release into the environment. The purpose of the document is ... more
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World Malaria Report 2021: Regional data and trends

World Health Organization WHO (2021) C_WHO
This document provides an overview of malaria trends in all WHO regions as contained in the World malaria report 2021. As in past years, the report provides an up-to-date assessment of the burden of malaria at global, regional and country levels. ... more
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World Malaria Report 2021. Global messaging

World Health Organization WHO (2021) C_WHO
This document provides an overview of the 7 main messages contained in the World malaria report 2021
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SARS-CoV-2 antigen-detecting rapid diagnostic tests: An implementation guide

World Health Organization WHO (2021) C_WHO
This guide provides an overview of the major elements that must be considered before, during and after the implementation of antigen-detecting rapid diagnostic tests (Ag-RDTs) for SARS-CoV-2. This guide is complementary to policy guidance issued by ... more
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Understanding antimicrobial resistance in food and agriculture

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations FAO (2022) C1
This course offers an overview of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) as a global threat to human, animal and environmental health, and explains the role of the food and agriculture sector, and the impact of AMR on agrifood systems. It also describes how ... more
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Climate change and mental health: risks, impacts and priority actions

Katie Hayes, G. Blashki, J. Wiseman et al. International Journal of Mental Health Systems (2018) CC
This article provides an overview of the current and projected climate change risks and impacts to mental health and provides recommendations for priority actions to address the mental health consequences of climate change.
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The European Union Summary Report on Antimicrobial Resistance in zoonotic and indicator bacteria from humans, animals and food in 2019–2020

European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control ECDC (2022) CC
This report provides an overview of the main findings of the 2019–2020 harmonised AMR monitoring in the main food-producing animal populations monitored, in carcase/meat samples and in humans. Where available, monitoring data obtained from pigs, c ... more
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Operational considerations for the provision of the HIV continuum of care

European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control ECDC (2022) C1
This document provides an overview of key considerations for the provision of the HIV continuum of care in the context of displaced people from Ukraine in the EU/EEA. This document has two aims: firstly, to outline what is known of the Ukrainian HIV ... more
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Air quality and health in cities

IHME Institut for Health Metrics and Evaluation (2022) C1
This report provides an overview of air pollution levels and associated health impacts in cities around the world. Since urban areas are often hotspots for poor air quality, city-level data can help to inform targeted efforts to curb urban air pollu ... more
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Female Genital Mutilation/ Cutting

UN Children's Fund UNICEF (2013) C_UNICEF
A statistical overview and exploration of the dynamics of change
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Regional data and trends: World malaria report 2022

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2022) C_WHO
This document provides an overview of malaria trends in all WHO regions as contained in the World malaria report 2022.
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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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Refugee and migrant health toolkit: one-stop resource for countries to advance the health and migration agenda

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
This document provides an overview of WHO's Refugee and migrant health toolkit, a web-based one-stop comprehensive platform of tools and resources to support the global, regional, and country efforts in implementing health and migration-related acti ... more
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Strategic purchasing for nutrition in primary health care

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
This document provides an overview of strategic purchasing of nutrition services within primary health care. It introduces key terms and payment methods for countries to use in preparing to transform their health financial systems to scale up nutrit ... more
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ENVISION WEBINAR: La boite outils de l'IEC et la mobilisation sociale

USAID, RTI International and Sightsavers (2023) C2
This webinar provides an overview of the new IEC & Social Mobilization NTD Tool Kit, which leads users through a step-by-step process to systematically review, revise, develop and adapt current IEC materials and social mobilization approaches toward ... more
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Health Inequalities in Latin America and the Caribbean. A Baseline for the Global Strategy for Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health

Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) (2023) C_WHO
his publication provides an overview of social inequalities in several indicators related to the health of women, children, and adolescents in a region deemed as one with high levels of inequality: Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). In order for ... more
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UN Women Humanitarian Strategy (2022–2025) In Brief

UN Women (2023) CC
This publication provides an overview of UN Women’s commitments to the humanitarian community guided by the “UN Women strategic plan 2022–2025”. It highlights areas where UN Women has a unique advantage in advancing gender equality and the e ... more
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Sanitation and hygiene: training for health care providers, 3rd ed

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
Download (2 MB) Overview Internationally harmonized modules on key issues for paediatricians and paediatric nurses, family and public health professionals.
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Early Adolescent Skills for Emotions (EASE)

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
Download (2.4 MB) Overview Early Adolescent Skills for Emotions (EASE) is an evidence-based group psychological intervention to help 10–15-year-olds affected by internalizing problems (e.g. stress and symptoms of anxiety, depression) in communit ... more
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Facilitators’ guide for conducting national and subnational programme reviews for maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health

World Health Organization WHO (2024) C_WHO
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The state of air qualitity and health impacts in Africa

Health Effects Institute (HEI) (2022) CC
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Status report on alcohol consumption, harm and policy responses in 30 European countries 2019

World Health Organisation (WHO) World Health Organization (WHO) (2019) C_WHO
The report provides an overview of alcohol consumption, related health harm, and policy responses in 30 European countries (EU Member States, Norway, and Switzerland). It highlights the high levels of alcohol consumption in the WHO European Region, ... more
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A situation assessment of rehabilitation in Armenia

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2024) C_WHO
This publication provides an overview of the rehabilitation landscape in Armenia as of 1 November 2022. It summarizes notable accomplishments, identifies requirements and highlights opportunities for improvement within the rehabilitation sector in A ... more
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WHO Country Office in Ukraine annual report 2023

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2024) C_WHO
This report provides an overview of the operations and activities of the WHO Country Office in Ukraine in 2023. Despite the acute health impacts of the war in Ukraine, the Country Office continued its work according to its core mandate. WHO supporte ... more
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Immunization Essentials a practical Field Guide

USAID USAID (2004) CC
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of essential information related to immunization, including technical information about vaccines, a review of immunization program management best practices, guidance on the delivery of immunization servi ... more
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Policy guidelines: Child and adolescent mental health

Department of Health, South Africa (2013) C2
The guidelines begin with an overview of the determinants of mental health among children and adolescents before reviewing related South African policies and legislation. The document then discusses strategies to build skills among caregivers, teach ... more
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ASEAN Disaster Management Reference Handbooks

Center for Excellence in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance (2022) C1
Disaster Management Reference Handbook Series Overview. Floods, storms, and wind account for large proportions of displacement compared to other disasters. Floods are the most frequent type of disaster whereas wind-related disasters constitute the ... more
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What should I know about TB?

The Truth About TB (2016) CC
This A5 leaflet provides a general overview of TB, including symptoms, transmission and risk factors. This leaflet is available to download as a print friendly version in the following languages: Arabic, Bengali, English, Farsi, Gujarati, Hindi, Nep ... more
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What should I know about TB? Pastho

The Truth About TB (2017) CC
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Prävention der nosokominalen Übertragung der Tuberkulose - Übersicht über verschiedene nationale Empfehlungen

N. Wischnewski, M. Mielke Robert Koch Institut (2016) C1
Prevention of nosocominal transmission of tuberculosis - overview of several national guidelines Hyg Med 31. Jahrgang 2016 - Heft 3
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Mozambique HIV Country Profile: 2016

World Health Organization (2016) C1
This country profile provides an overview of latest available data on a variety of HIV related topics in Mozambique as of 2016.
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Care of Small and Sick Newborns in Special Newborn Care Units (SNCUs) of India: Two year report April 2013 – March 2015

Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India (2017) C2
This report provides a comprehensive overview of the progress made by India in terms of establishment and functionality of Special Newborn Care Units (SNCUs) during the two year period from April 2013 to March 2015. It describes the progress in the ... more
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RECOGNISING IMPAIRMENTS AT BIRTH (flipchart)

Christoffel-Blindenmission (CBM) (2014)
Preventing Physical Impairment in Childhood CBM Strategy Overview | Laminated flip charts | These are the main implementing tools in the prevention program, developed as A4 sized booklets which can be carried easily. They constitute the basic inform ... more
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WHO Namibia Biennial Report 2016-2017

World Health Organization WHO, Regional Office for Africa (2018) C_WHO
The 2016-2017 Biennial report presents an overview of WHO Namibia's main achievements and challenges and highlights its vision for the next five years.
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Primary Prevention of Diabetes

MV Hospitals for Diabetes & Diabetes Research Centre (WHO), India (2016) C_WHO
This manual aims to provide an overview of this subject to health care professionals, paramedics and other voluntary services involved in health care promotion
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What you get for your dollar, “Effective Altruism” — What it is, how philanthropic foundations use it and what are its risks and side-effects

Karolin Seitz (2019) C2
This briefing paper provides an overview of the approach underlying EA, how and by whom it is applied and its problems and consequences. It concludes that policy makers, rather than be guided by its assumptions and conclus ... more
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INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE AND CHILD TRAUMA: POLICY BRIEF

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) (2017) C2
Provides policymakers and other stakeholders with an overview of intimate partner violence (IPV) and its relationship to child trauma, as well as policy-relevant and child trauma-focused recommendations to assist them in their response to intimate p ... more
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HIV & AIDS, Gender, and Domestic Violence

Brot für die Welt; DIFÄM (2010) C2
The first chapter provides an overview of gender and domestic violence in the HIV and AIDS discourse and their interconnect- edness. It analyses literature regarding gender and HIV transmission, domestic violence, and HIV and AIDS. It then discusse ... more
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Global Burden of Disease Country Profiles
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Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) (2019) CC
The Country Profiles provide an overview of findings from the Global Burden of Disease (GBD). They are based on over 80,000 different data sources used by researchers to produce the most scientifically rigorous estimates possible. Estimates from the ... more
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Using Theory of Change in the development, implementation and evaluation of complex health interventions. A practical guide

Mary De Silva, Lucy Lee& Grace Ryan The Centre for Global Mental Health &the Mental Health Innovation Network (2015) C1
This guide provides a practical overview of the process of developing a Theory of Change, focusing on using a stakeholder-driven, workshop approach to achieve this.
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World Drug Report 2019 Booklet 5 Drugs and the environment

United Nations Office on Drug and Crime UNODC (2022) C2
The booklet starts with a general overview of how illicit drugs and the environment are linked within the bigger picture of the Sustainable Development Goals, climate change and environmental sustainability. It highlights direct and indirect linkage ... more
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What is PrEP? - Nam Aidsmap

R. Pebody Nam Aidsmap (2015) C2
This briefing paper provides an overview of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for people planning, commissioning or providing HIV prevention activities in the UK. It does this by reviewing thirty key questions about PrEP and how it might be implemente ... more
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Emerging Practices: Mental health and psychosocial support in refugee operations during the COVID-19 pandemic
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UN High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR (2020) C1
This document presents a brief overview of how UNHCR adapts its activities for mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) to the changing context of the pandemic. Staff of UNHCR and partners, in country offices in all regions of the world, have ... more
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Monitoring attendance during school closure and re-enrolment and attendance after school re-opening: A Guidance Note

UN Children's Fund UNICEF (2020) C_UNICEF
This Guidance Note aims to provide an overview of entry points and means for monitoring the attendance and re-enrolment of students in the context of COVID-19 related school closures and re-openings. It is intended for UNICEF education staff, and ed ... more
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Excess mortality during the Coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19)
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Giattino, C.; H. Ritchie, M. Roser, et al. One World Data (2021) CC
On this page we provide an overview of excess mortality along with charts to explore the data. You can learn in more depth about different measures of excess mortality, their strengths and limitations, and their comparability across countries
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Making the European Region Safer: developments in alcohol control policies, 2010–2019

World Health Organization WHO, Regional Office of Europe (2021) C_WHO
Available in Russian A detailed overview is provided of the implementation of alcohol policies described in the 10 action areas of the European Action Plan to Reduce the Harmful Use of Alcohol 2012–2020 (EAPA), including the current status of imp ... more
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Covid-19 vaccines: safety surveillance manual. Module on safety surveillance of COVID-19 vaccines in pregnant and breastfeeding women

World Health Organization WHO (2020) C_WHO
13 July 2021 The module provides an overview of factors to consider when monitoring the safety of COVID-19 vaccines administered to pregnant and breastfeeding women. It describes how national routine AEFI surveillance should be adapted to cater fo ... more
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Hypertension Management Program (HMP) Toolkit

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (2021) C_CDC
This toolkit was developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention (DHDSP) to provide healthcare organizations, including those in resource-constrained settings, with the information and resources to implement the HMP and improve hyper ... more
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Shelter and Sustainability

UN High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR (2021) CC
A technical and environmental comparative overview of common shelter typologies found in settlements across UNHCR operations
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WHO Country Support on Climate Change and Health - Visual Guide

World Health Organization WHO (2021) C_WHO
This visual guide provides an overview of the various means of support WHO offers to member states to advance climate-resilient health. The guide offers answers to key questions to understand WHO's support to countries on climate change and health, ... more
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2022 Monkeypox Outbreak: Global Trends

World Health Organization WHO (2022) C_WHO
This report provides a global overview of the monkeypox epidemiological situation as reported to WHO
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What is cholera?

World Health Organization WHO (2016) C_WHO
The WHO webpage on cholera provides an overview of the disease, its causes, and prevention strategies. Cholera is an acute diarrheal infection caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, typically spread through contaminated food or water. It remains a ... more
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WHO presence in countries, territories and areas: 2023 report

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
The 2023 Country Presence Report provides an overview of what WHO does in countries to advance towards the SDGs and implement GPW13, how we do it, with whom we work, and what is needed to overcome challenges for achieving results and impact in count ... more
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MEDBOX Annual Report 2022
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The MEDBOX Team (2023) CC
The MEDBOX Annual Report provides an overview of the most important projects of the past year
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Anuual Report 2022: Lesotho

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
This annual report gives an overview of WHO lesotho Country office's undertakings and achievements in the context of an extraordinary health emergency. As we walk another mile this year, may we embrace all lessonst leanred in the previous year, lear ... more
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Alcohol

World Health Organisation (WHO) World Health Organization (WHO) (2022) C_WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) provides an overview of alcohol consumption and its global impact. Alcohol, containing ethanol, is a psychoactive and toxic substance that can lead to dependence. In 2019, alcohol consumption was responsible for a ... more
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ADHD Medication

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (2021) CC
The pamphlet "ADHD Medications" provides an overview of medications commonly used to treat ADHD, such as Adderall, Vyvanse, and Ritalin. It explains that these medications do not enhance intelligence and affect individuals differently based on dosag ... more
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Oxycodone

UCLA Brain Research Institute (2021) CC
The pamphlet "Oxycodone" provides an overview of the opioid drug class, explaining its uses, effects, and risks. It describes positive effects like euphoria and pain relief, alongside negative effects such as respiratory depression, confusion, and c ... more
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Monitoring children’s development in Europe and central Asia with a focus on primary health care: directions for policy and practice

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2024) C_WHO
This publication aims to provide an overview of the state of developmental monitoring in selected countries across the Europe and Central Asia region (ECAR), to document the existing evidencebased approaches and models for developmental monitoring a ... more
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Silicosis - occupational lung disease

Mediclinic Southern Africa Mediclinic Southern Africa (2024) CC2
The Mediclinic article on silicosis provides an overview of this occupational lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust. It explains that inhaled silica particles lead to lung scarring and nodule formation, progressively impairing breathing. The a ... more
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MEDBOX Annual Report 2023
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The MEDBOX Team (2024) CC
The MEDBOX Annual Report provides an overview of the most important projects of the past year
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) - Practice Essentials

Mosenifar, Z.; Brawerman, R.; Brawerman, G.; et al. Medscape (2024) CC2
The article provides a comprehensive overview of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), covering its causes, symptoms, diagnostic methods, classification of severity, treatment options, and management strategies, with a focus on risk factors, ... more
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Integrated operational framework for mental health, brain health and substance use

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2024) C_WHO
This integrated operational framework provides an overview of the connections between mental health, neurological and substance use (MNS) conditions, and their links to health, well-being and the broader public health and sustainable development age ... more
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Sexual and reproductive health and rights infographic snapshot

World Health Organization WHO (2021) C_WHO
This country snapshot provides an overview of national data relating to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) throughout the life course. Realization of SRHR requires provision of comprehensive, people-centred services, that address the d ... more
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Anaesthesia And Perioperative Care

Mark Newton Stella A. Eguma Olamide O. Dairo (2010) C2
Chapter 10 of Pediatric Surgery: This chapter provides an overview of some of the challenges when providing anaesthesia care for children in Africa. The chapter reviews the cardiac, respiratory, and renal differences of children in comparison to ad ... more
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Nutrition Topic Guide

Jessica Meeker, Stephen Thompson, Inka Barnett The Health & Education Advice & Resource Team (HEART) (2013)
This Topic Guide has been compiled to provide an overview of undernutrition in the context of development. The focus of the Guide is on undernutrition, defined as the outcome of insufficient (quantity and quality) of food intake (hunger) and repeate ... more
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Ebola Crisis Page

HDX Beta (2014)
A new Ebola crisis page that provides an overview of the data available in HDX. The page includes an interactive map of the worst-affected countries, the top-line figures for the crisis, a graph of cumulative Ebola cases and deaths, and over 40 data ... more
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The EU-Turkey Deal: Analysis and Considerations

Jesuit Refugee Service (2016) CC
This policy discussion paper is designed to give an overview of the legal and policy implications of the dealat the present time.This paper is not designed to be an exhaustive statement or exploration of all issues –rather, its purpose is to highl ... more
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Buku Tinjauan Pusat Krisis Kesehatan Tahun 2015

Pusat Krisis Kesehatan Ministry of Health of Republic of Indonesia (2016) C1
Review book of health crisis center of Indonesia 2015 : The book "Overview of Crisis Response 2015" is prepared based on data / information sourced from reports of events and developments received from cross Programs and related sectors that hav ... more
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Considerations for adoption and use of multidisease testing devices in integrated laboratory networks

World Health Organization (2017) C_WHO
Information note.
This information note provides a strategic overview of key implementation considerations for diagnostic integration using these devices, and is primarily intended for use by national laboratory services and TB, HIV, and hepati ... more
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Chemical Terrorism General Guidance - Pocket Guide

Office of Public Health and Environmental Hazards (2003)
Quick guide on chemical terrorism incl a short overview on chemical terrorism agents and biological toxins
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Regulation and Management of International Emergency Medical Teams

Ville de Goyet, Claude de; Perez Calderon, Luis Jorge; Saimiento, Juan Pablo et al. International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), World Health Organization (WHO) (2017) C_WHO
The purpose of this report is to provide an overview of the issues in regulating and managing international emergency in a selection of large and small-scale sudden onset disasters (SODs). In doing so, it aims to contribute to several key internatio ... more
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Institutional Arrangements for Disaster Management in Myanmar

Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) (2009) C1
The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive overview of existing institutional arrangement for disaster management in Myanmar at all levels with an aim to make information available to all stakeholders involved in disaster risk manage ... more
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European Drug Report 2019: trends and developments.

European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction European Union (2019) C1
The Trends and Developments report presents a top-level overview of the drug phenomenon in Europe, covering drug supply, use and public health problems as well as drug policy and responses. Together with the online Statistical Bulletin and 30 Countr ... more
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Buruli ulcer : Mycobacterium ulcerans infection

Dr. K. Asiedu; Dr. Scherpbier, R.; Dr. Raviglione, M. World Health Organization WHO (2000) CC
The purpose of this book is to provide an overview of Buruli ulcer (Mycobacterium ulcerans infection) for the medical and scientific communities and the general public alike.
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ESC Clinical Practice Guidelines on Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in Clinical Practice: What Patients Need to Know

European Society of Cardiology (2022) CC
This guide for patients aims to provide you with an overview of the latest evidence-based recommendations for the prevention of cardiovascular disease. In particular, it should help you to understand: • how cardiovascular disease risk is assessed ... more
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Diabetes WHO - Arabic version

World Health Organisation (WHO) World Health Organization (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
The World Health Organization's fact sheet on diabetes provides an overview of the disease, highlighting its increasing prevalence, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. It outlines the main types of diabetes—Type 1, Type 2, and gestat ... more
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Diabetes WHO - Chinese version

World Health Organisation (WHO) World Health Organization (WHO) (2023) C_WHO
The World Health Organization's fact sheet on diabetes provides an overview of the disease, highlighting its increasing prevalence, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. It outlines the main types of diabetes—Type 1, Type 2, and gestat ... more
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Types of Insulin

Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (2023) CC2
The CDC webpage "Types of Insulin" provides an overview of the various insulin types used in diabetes management, categorized by their onset, peak time, and duration of action. It explains terms like onset (how quickly insulin lowers blood sugar), p ... more
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Guidelines for Physical Activity

Versus Arthritis YouTube (2020) CC
The video titled "Guidelines for Physical Activity" provides an overview of government recommendations for maintaining an active lifestyle. It outlines the recommended amount of physical activity and suggests various types of exercises to help indiv ... more
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Occupational Lung Diseases

John Hopkins Medicine Johns Hopkins Medicine (2024) CC2
The Johns Hopkins Medicine webpage on occupational lung diseases provides an overview of lung conditions caused by exposure to harmful substances in the workplace. It explains various types of occupational lung diseases, including asbestosis, silico ... more
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Occupational Lung Diseases - What are work-related lung diseases?

Cedars-Sinai Cedars-Sinai (2023) CC2
The Cedars-Sinai webpage on occupational lung diseases provides an overview of various lung conditions caused by exposure to harmful substances in the workplace. It outlines common types of occupational lung diseases, including asbestosis, silicosis ... more
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Silicosis - Silicosis is an occupational lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust

Mediclinic Southern Africa Mediclinic Southern Africa (2024) CC2
The Mediclinic Infohub article on silicosis provides an overview of this occupational lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust. It explains that inhaled silica particles lead to lung scarring and nodule formation, progressively impairing breathin ... more
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) - Patient Education; Information

Lareau S.C., Fahy B. et al American Thoracic Society (2019) CC2
The document by the American Thoracic Society provides an overview of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), explaining its causes, such as smoking and environmental factors, symptoms like breathlessness and chronic cough, and diagnostic meth ... more
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Guidance Note: Mental health and Psychosocial Support Implications of Mpox Outbreaks, September 2024
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International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (2024) CC
The IFRC Psychosocial Centre has published a guidance note providing an overview of the psychosocial consequences of virus outbreaks, with a focus on mpox, and outlines key considerations for MHPSS programming. The current mpox outbreaks present ... more
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Working with Individuals, Families and Communities to Improve Maternal and Newborn Health. Module 1

World Health Organization WHO; PAHO Pan American Health Organization, Enfant du Monde (2017) C_WHO
A Toolkit for Implementation. Module 1: An Overview of Implementation at National, Province and District Levels
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The Venezuelan Exodus

Human Rights Watch (2018) C1
The Need for a Regional Response to an Unprecedented Migration Crisis. This report provides an overview of where the more than 2 million Venezuelans who have left the country since 2014, at least half of them in the past year and a half alone, are ... more
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Malaria rapid diagnostic test performance. Results of WHO product testing of malaria RDTs round 8 (2016-2018). Summary

World Health Organization WHO; FIND; CDC (2018) C_WHO
This report, published in conjunction with a summary overview of results of rounds 1–8, is the eighth and final report in a series of laboratory-based evaluations of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) for malaria. It provides a comparative measure of ... more
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Влияние COVID-19 на меньшинства

OHCHR OHCHR (2020) C1
COVID-19 и права меньшинств: обзор и перспективные практики COVID-19 and minority rights: overview and perspective practices
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West and Central Africa - A Region on the Move: Mobility Trends in West and Central Africa (January – December 2021)

International Organization for Migration IOM (2022) CC
The second edition of the “A Region on the Move” report provides an overview of population movement trends in West and Central Africa in 2021. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of mobi ... more
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Principles of Clinical Ethics and Their Application to Practice

Varkey, B. Medical Principles and Practice (2021) CC
Med Princ Pract 2021;30:17–28 An overview of ethics and clinical ethics is presented in this review. The 4 main ethical principles, that is beneficence, nonmaleficence, autonomy, and justice, are defined and explained. Informed consent, ... more
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Природа, биологическое разнообразие и здоровье: ОБЗОР ВЗАИМОСВЯЗЕЙ

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2021) C_WHO
Nature, biodiversity and health: an overview of interconnections Urbanization, land use, global trade and industrialization have led to profound and negative impacts on nature, biodiversity and ecosystems across the world. The ongoing depletion of ... more
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Antimicrobial resistance - theory and methods

Coursera (2022) CC
The course will cover the topics related to antimicrobial resistance with basic definitions and overview on antimicrobials their use and the emergence and spread of resistance. The course will guide you through the concepts and the importance of re ... more
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Core Indicators 2019: Health Trends in the Americas

Pan American Health Organization (PAHO); Organización Panamericana de la Salud (2019) C_WHO
Core Indicators 2019: Health Trends in the Americas starts with a demographic overview of the Americas to demonstrate how the Region has changed over 25 years. These key demographic indicators provide valuable context to better understand the popula ... more
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Diabetes - Key Facts - Noncommunicable Diseases - English

World Health Organisation (WHO) World Health Organization (WHO) (2024) C_WHO
The World Health Organization's Regional Office for Africa webpage on diabetes provides an overview of the disease's impact in the African Region. It highlights that diabetes is a serious, chronic, and costly condition, with projections estimating c ... more