Global Digital Health Network

Two years ago,?MSD for Mothers?launched a transformative $25M initiative,?Strengthening Systems for Safer Childbirth, with the mission of reducing maternal mortality and advancing Sustainable Development Goals. ???? This year at GDHF, we're excited to showcase real-world impacts and powerful lessons learned in maternal health from?India, Nigeria, Kenya, and Sierra Leone. ???Session Highlights: Key challenges?in maternal health systems Innovative private sector partnerships?driving change Success stories in?digital health, data, and AI This is a must-attend session for anyone passionate about maternal health, innovation, and impactful collaboration. Join us for a deep dive into the future of maternal healthcare! ?? ???Don’t miss out—register now:?gdhf.digital

??LAST CALL ??GDHF In-Person Registration Closes November 22 The 2024 Global Digital Health Forum is less than two weeks away - are you registered? Due to high interest and limited space in-venue, tickets for our in-person GDHF experience will close this Friday, 22 November at 11:59 PM EST. Don’t wait - register now! Register at gdhf.digital If you can’t make it to Nairobi, virtual registration will remain open through the start of the conference. Check out the GDHF virtual sessions starting as early as December 3: https://lnkd.in/gk6mpyYP See you in Nairobi or Online for #GDHF2024!

???Who's Attending #GDHF2024? We are thrilled to welcome?16+ Ministries of Health?from around the world to this year’s?Global Digital Health Forum (GDHF)! The?GDHF?is the premier networking and relationship-building event, bringing together?government stakeholders,?digital health developers,?researchers,?donors,?implementers, and?public health and technology experts?from across the globe. ?? Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect and collaborate with leaders shaping the future of digital health! Join the conversation this December 4-6. ?? Register now at?gdhf.digital

?? With #GDHF2024 just around the corner, get ready for a powerful lineup of sessions on the future of digital health! From December 4–6, join us to dive into discussions that bridge technology and healthcare in the most meaningful of ways. Here’s a sneak peek at some sessions you won’t want to miss: ???Bridging the Gap: Expanding Contraceptive and Primary Health Care Access through e-Pharmacies in Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya ?? 4 December | ?? 13:30 - 14:30 EAT | Brought to you by Society for Family Health Nigeria Panelists will discuss e-pharmacy initiatives enhancing access to family planning resources in Africa. ???Staying Below the Radar: Innovation, Partnerships, and Technology for Health Impact in Nigeria ?? 4 December | ?? 13:30 - 14:30 EAT | Brought to you by eHealth Africa This panel will explore the critical factors beyond technology that are essential for market entry and long-term success in Nigeria. ???Country Experiences with the World Bank’s Digital Health Blueprint Toolkit ?? 4 December | ?? 15:55 - 16:55 EAT | Presented by The World Bank Learn how Kosovo and Zimbabwe are leveraging this Toolkit to advance their digital health efforts. ???Future-Proofing the Vaccine Cold Chain ?? 5 December | ?? 11:30 - 12:30 EAT | Featuring Qualcomm Innovators from Blackfrog Technologies and Nexleaf showcase how technology is ensuring the viability of life-saving vaccines worldwide. ???Co-designing the Climate Health Vulnerability Atlas: A Human-Centered Design Workshop ?? 5 December | ?? 11:30 - 12:30 EAT | Hosted by Jhpiego Join a collaborative workshop to co-design a unique platform addressing climate health vulnerabilities in LMICs, with hyperlocal insights and user-centered tools. ???Bridging the Immunization Gap for Hard-to-Reach Populations ?? 6 December | ?? 10:00 - 11:00 EAT | Presented by The World Bank Explore a team-based digital health approach for improving immunization access in remote communities. ???Digitally Enabled Integrated Disease Screening for efficient screening and data management ?? 6 December | ?? 11:30 - 12:30 EAT | Led by FIND Hear from the field on efforts to digitize community-based testing and empowerment of community health workers (CHWs). ???Kenya’s Experience in Digital Surveillance for Pandemic Preparedness ?? 6 December | ?? 14:00 - 15:00 EAT | Led by Palladium: Make It Possible Gain insights into Kenya's efforts to modernize surveillance data systems for pandemic readiness, informed by COVID-19 lessons. Prepare to connect with global experts, discuss pressing challenges, and discover cutting-edge solutions that are shaping the digital health landscape. See you there! #DigitalHealth #HealthInnovation

?? It's Sponsor Takeover Day at #GDHF2024! Today, we’re excited to spotlight the?The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation?and its featured organization,?Nexleaf Analytics! ?? Nexleaf Analytics?is a pioneering non-profit dedicated to equipping health workers with the real-time data, skills, and tools needed to maintain vital health infrastructure and save lives. Through a commitment to interoperability and worker-centered tech, Nexleaf is advancing digital health transformation and preparing countries for an AI-enabled future. ???ColdTrace—Nexleaf's flagship solution—leverages real-time data from the immunization cold chain, serving over 31,000 health facilities in 30+ countries. This innovative platform protects the vaccine supply for more than 1 in every 10 babies born globally each year. Join us as?CEO & Co-Founder Nithya Ramanathan?shares insights on Nexleaf’s role in enhancing interoperability, AI, and digital health systems. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation at GDHF! #DigitalHealth #SponsorSpotlight #ColdChain

In many low- and middle-income countries, health systems are feeling the pressure to deliver accessible, high-quality care.?Community Health Workers (CHWs)?are on the front lines, reaching underserved communities—but they’re often held back by limited support, outdated tools, and strained systems. Add to this the challenges of ?? climate change, ?? economic shifts, and ?? scarce resources, and it’s clear:?healthcare needs a boost! ?? Enter digital transformation!?By empowering CHWs with digital tools and data-driven approaches, we can amplify their impact—making healthcare more efficient, accessible, and resilient. These digital innovations allow CHWs to be true agents of change, building stronger health systems that fuel social and economic development across communities. ???Save the Date! #GDHF2024 Plenary Session led by Living Goods??? ???When:?4 December, 14:40 - 15:25PM EAT ???What:?Bringing together leaders from governments, funders, and key partners to explore the power of digital tools in transforming healthcare at the community level. We’ll dive into cutting-edge digital performance management systems that empower CHWs to deliver quality care, adapt to changing needs, and drive community-wide improvements. Plus, we’ll discuss how local partnerships and tech are reshaping the future of health. ???Featuring:?Living Goods, Africa CDC, and Kenyan community health promoters. ?? Join us for this powerful conversation and see how digital health is paving the way for resilient healthcare! Register at: gdhf.digital

Brought to you by?Digital Square at PATH, Wellcome Trust, and The Rockefeller Foundation, the Climate-Informed Data Services for Health track at #GDHF2024 will bring together leading minds from digital health, climate science, and public health to tackle one of today’s biggest challenges:?climate-related health risks. ?? Through presentations, interactive workshops, and dynamic discussions, this track will showcase how health implementers worldwide are using digital tools to address health concerns intensified by climate change and extreme weather events. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store: ???Digital Public Goods (DPGs)?and infrastructure to power climate-resilient health systems ???AI & Localized Climate Indicators?for targeted vulnerability assessments ???Shared Data Architecture?to bridge health and climate sectors ???Sustainable Financing?to support the future of climate-health initiatives ???Join us?as we explore the innovative digital solutions driving resilience in health systems around the world. ?? Learn more about the track here: https://lnkd.in/eWEZRBB7 Register for GDHF at: gdhf.digital #ClimateHealth #DigitalHealth

???GDHF 2024 is Full of Surprises! Here Are 4 Special Side Events You Won’t Want to Miss?? From December 3-6, alongside the Global Digital Health Forum, seize the chance to join these impactful events focused on advancing digital health through?AI,?leadership, and?collaboration. Here’s what’s happening: ?? 1. Women in Digital Health Leadership Workshop ???Tuesday, 3 December??| ???10:00 AM - 17:00 PM EAT ?? JW Marriott Hotel, Nairobi This exclusive 1-day workshop connects 30 women leaders and 30 early-career professionals in global digital health, offering community-building, mentorship, skills development, and networking opportunities. Supported by:?USAID, The World Bank, Abt Global, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) ?? Apply Now:?https://lnkd.in/eMxUpf33 ?? 2. Smart Health, Smart Choices – Leveraging AI for Behavior Change in Global Health ???Tuesday, 3 December?| ???18:30 - 20:00 PM EAT ?? Online Explore the intersection of AI and health behavior change through real-world lessons, challenges and strategic opportunities for this emerging field. Brought to you by:?Bay Area Global Health Alliance, Population Services International, Microsoft, and Pfizer ???Register Here:?https://lnkd.in/epgqXH7F ?? 3. AI and Machine Learning – Achieving Public Health Outcomes through Innovative Tech ???Thursday, 5 December?| ???18:00 - 20:00 PM EAT ?? Villa Rosa Kempinski, Chiromo Rd, Nairobi Join Africa’s digital health leaders for a transformative discussion on how AI and machine learning are scaling public health impact. Expect insights from top innovators, policymakers, and funders in the sector. Hosted by:?Tiko ?? For more details, contact?[email protected] ?? 4. Women in Digital Health & AI Cocktail Event ???Thursday, 5 December?| ???18:00 - 20:00 PM EAT ?? JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi health.enabled, Speak Up Africa, and JSI welcome advocates of gender equity and those who see the need for greater gender representation in digital health and AI to an evening cocktail event. This gathering offers an inspiring space to explore strategies for empowering women in digital health and AI through dynamic discussions, meaningful networking, and a spirit of camaraderie. Brought to you by:?health.enabled, Speak Up Africa, and JSI ?? Sign-Up Here:?https://lnkd.in/eHgUvM-K Learn more about the GDHF featured side events at: gdhf.digital/side-events Don’t miss out on these unique chances to connect, learn, and shape the future of digital health at #GDHF2024! ????

We are pleased to announce the next GDHN November meeting, to take place next Wednesday, November 13, 2024 9:00AM - 10:00AM EST (US and Canada). Topic: Improving Maternal and Child Health Behaviors in Mayan Communities Through Digitally Enabled Home Visits Click here to Register: https://lnkd.in/e9Z5CbPJ Background Join us on Wednesday, November 13 at 9 a.m. ET for an insightful webinar, "Improving Maternal and Child Health Behaviors in Mayan Communities Through Digitally Enabled Home Visits." We will explore an innovative strategy to promote the adoption of health and nutrition behaviors designed to support stunting prevention efforts in the Guatemalan Highlands. This session will be presented by Breakthrough ACTION staff in Guatemala; Breakthrough ACTION is a global social and behavior change project funded by USAID and led by Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs. They will highlight the critical role of community facilitators — trained local women who use a mobile application to educate families on essential maternal and child health practices, including pregnancy care, family planning, exclusive breastfeeding, solid food introduction, child growth monitoring, and baby WASH. Presenters will discuss how technology has empowered community facilitators to provide accurate information on multiple health topics to mothers and, at the same time, facilitated data collection for rapid program monitoring. By fostering community engagement and capacity building, this project provides a successful model for improving maternal and child health in low-resource settings, offering valuable insights for future research and collaboration. Panelists:? 1.) Hilda Maritza Mendez, Chief of Party, Breakthrough ACTION Guatemala (Licenciada en Nutrición)? 2.) Carmen Cronin, PhD, MPH, Assistant Scientist at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

???As Digital Health Advances, So Must Health Equity: Join the AI for Health Equity Track at #GDHF2024??? The future of healthcare is digital—and AI is at the forefront, transforming how we diagnose, treat, and prevent illness. But as technology evolves, so must our commitment to making sure these advancements benefit?everyone, especially those in low- and middle-income countries who face the greatest barriers to quality care. AI brings a unique opportunity to close these gaps, enabling precise diagnostics, personalized care, and proactive health strategies that can change lives. This year’s?AI for Health Equity?track is dedicated to this mission. Brought to you by?The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, the track brings together global leaders, innovators, and community champions to explore the power of AI in advancing health equity. What to Expect: ??Engaging Plenary Panels?– Hear from top voices tackling digital health inequities head-on. ??Hands-On Workshops?– Dive into AI tools and learn how they’re driving real-world impact. ??Solution Showcases?– Discover cutting-edge solutions poised to transform care for underserved communities. Join us to shape a future where digital health isn’t just revolutionary but also inclusive and fair. Let’s harness AI to build resilient, people-centered health systems that uphold dignity and drive better outcomes for all. Don’t miss out—be part of the movement!?Register at: gdhf.digital #PatrickJMcGovernFoundation