Johns Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health

“There is no evidence to show that #migrants are spreading disease,” Dr. Paul Spiegel, who directs the Johns Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health,?told NBC News. “That is a false argument that is used to keep migrants out.”

Don't miss this important topic! Webinar: Beyond the Letter of the Law: Are Current International Legal Frameworks Enough to Protect Conflict-Affected Populations? ?? Dec 2, 2024 | ? 0800-0900 EST Register today! ?? https://lnkd.in/e8H7RXAi

The human toll of #Sudan's war is likely far greater than what has been officially recorded, as highlighted by a recent and important London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, U. of London report. Dr. Paul Spiegel, who heads the Johns Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health and was not involved in the study, said there were some issues with all three sources of data that could skew the estimates. However, he said the researchers had factored such limitations into their methodology and analysis, and it is an excellent attempt to estimate the number of deaths in such difficult settings. “While it is difficult to know how the various biases in this capture-recapture methodology could affect the overall numbers, it is a novel and important attempt to estimate the number of deaths and bring attention to this horrific war in Sudan,” says Spiegel ? Read more in this insightful article by Reuters:?

???Upcoming CHH-Lancet Commission on Health, Conflict, and Forced Displacement Webinar??? Explore how international legal standards address conflict-affected populations, with a particular focus on health. This webinar delves into the intricate relationship between international human rights, armed conflict, and refugee laws, examining why new treaties may fall short and how accountability mechanisms can be improved. Webinar Details: ???Date:?Monday, December 2, 2024 ???Time:?0800-0900 EST / 1400-1500 CET / 1500-1600 Cairo / 1600-1700 Nairobi / 2100-2200?Manila? ??Duration:?1 hour (Presentations + Q&A) Join global experts as we debate the challenges in existing legal frameworks affecting conflict-impacted populations and their lack of accountability. ???Register today! Johns Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health, Prof Karl Blanchet, Population Council Institute, Ozge Karadag, Benjamin Schmid, Kemish Kenneth, MD, MPH, MBA, Aula Abbara, Daniel Maxwell, Andrés Moya, Asif Faisal, Ietza Bojorquez, Huda Basaleem, Nicolas MEDA, HOUSSAM ALNAHHAS, Joanne Liu, MDCM, FRCPC, Paul Spiegel, Sara Pantuliano, Muhammad Hamid Zaman, Hugo Slim, Malavika Rao, David James Cantor

The NextGen Scholars for the CHH-Lancet Commission on Health, Conflict, and Forced Displacement are exceptional and diverse scholars nominated by a Commissioner. While benefiting from the Commissioners’ expertise, NextGen scholars are accomplished professionals in their own right. The Commission's work is fundamentally driven by the inspiring ideas and dedicated contributions of the 21 NextGen scholars. Meet our NextGen Scholars: https://lnkd.in/dsMnUQyJ

We're excited to share the findings from our recent study published in Cambridge University Press -Global Mental Health. This new evaluation study from #DRC ???? shows how violence prevention in families improves mental health for conflict-affected women. (JHU authors: Manya Balachander, MHS, Khudejha Asghar, Kathryn Falb) Read more here:

Considering a master's degree in global health? Register for our upcoming info session to hear more about our two degrees: the MSPH in Health Systems and MHS in Global Health Economics. Attendees will learn more about the two degree programs, opportunities as a student within our Program, and will receive tips on applying. We are based in the Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 12–1 p.m. EST. Register to attend: https://lnkd.in/eigYTUdA

Mark your calendars! Join us this Wednesday, November 6 at 3:00pm for a vital online webinar on Lebanon’s health and humanitarian response. In collaboration with the Center for Humanitarian Leadership (Australia), the Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health, and the Geneva Centre for Humanitarian Studies, the Faculty of Health Sciences and esteemed panelists will examine the urgent and long-term needs facing communities in Lebanon. Amid growing displacement, resource shortages, and disruptions to essential services, Lebanon’s healthcare system is under severe strain, impacting civilians and health workers alike. Don’t miss this critical discussion. The webinar will be live on Webex: https://lnkd.in/gyYSuC4Y For more info: https://lnkd.in/gSMb-bjM #FHSInitiatives #Lebanon #humanitarianHealth #FHS #AUB American University of Beirut Abla Sibai Firass Abiad Nasser Yassin Zeina Mohanna, PhD Fadi El-Jardali Faysal El Kak Geneva Centre of Humanitarian Studies Centre for Humanitarian Leadership AUB-Knowledge to Policy (K2P) Center Center For Research on Population and Health - AUB

Deadline approaching - MPH tuition scholarship -December 1 Refugees from Afghanistan, Central African Republic, DRC, Myanmar, occupied Palestinian Territories, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine & Venezuela, can apply Apply here: https://shorturl.at/pTlJp

NEW insights on Infant & Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (IYCF-E)! Mpox and Breastfeeding, Human Milk Banks during emergencies, CMF Violations, and Infant Malnutrition. Read more here: https://buff.ly/3LBs220 #IYCF #NutritionInEmergencies #Breastfeeding