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International Women's Day 2025 2025 Theme: For ALL Women and Girls – Rights. Equality. Empowerment Today, we celebrate the strength and impact of women in public health while recognizing the need for equity, representation, and access. Key Progress & Milestones ? Maternal Health – 34% decline in maternal mortality between 2000 and 2020, with better access to skilled care. ? Women in Leadership – 10% increase in women holding senior health roles. ? Gender-Based Violence – increase in survivor-centered healthcare services. ? Health Equity – More investments in women-led initiatives, improving access for marginalized groups. Call to Action ?? Support gender-inclusive health policies. ?? Empower women leaders through mentorship and opportunities. ?? Invest in women’s health research. ?? Strengthen protections against gender-based violence in healthcare. At Public Health in Real Life, we remain committed to amplifying women’s voices and driving change. How can we do more? Drop your thoughts below! #IWD2025 #ForAllWomenAndGirls #RightsEqualityEmpowerment #WomenInPublicHealth #PublicHealthinRealLife

Happy New Month!! Welcome to March! This month, we will spotlight critical health topics, share insights from experts, and engage in conversations that drive real impact. Stay tuned for: ? Global Health Pulse Series – Diving into current public health hot topics. ? International Women's Day – Recognizing the contributions of women in public health worldwide ? World Tuberculosis Day (March 24) – Raising awareness about TB elimination efforts. ? Health Education & Advocacy – Empowering professionals with knowledge to drive change. Let’s continue making a difference together! What public health topics are on your mind this month? Drop them in the comments! #PublicHealthMatters #PHRL #NewMonth #HealthForAll

The Future of Global Health Aid: Uncertainty or Opportunity? Dr. Maimunat Alex-Adeomi recently spoke with News Central TV about the looming uncertainty surrounding USAID and its impact on global health security. While this crisis raises concerns, Dr. Maimunat emphasizes that it also presents a crucial moment for reflection on systemic inefficiencies in global health funding and aid distribution and opportunities for local ownership and development. How can we build more resilient and self-sustaining health systems in the face of such challenges? Watch the full interview and share your thoughts! ?? #GlobalHealth #HealthSystems #PHRL Ashwin Kadambi, MS, MPH , OMOYENI Abidemi Video Credit: News Central TV

Hello February! A New Month for Impact! At Public Health in Real Life (PHRL), we remain dedicated to celebrating unsung heroes in public health, amplifying awareness, and driving impactful conversations. This February, we continue to: ?? Observe key public health days and highlight critical issues ?? Celebrate professionals making a difference in global health ?? Educate and engage our community on real-world public health challenges Public health is everyone’s business, and together, we can create sustainable change. Stay connected as we explore hot topics in global health, share expert insights, and inspire action. What public health challenge are you most passionate about solving this month? Drop your thoughts in the comments! #PHRL #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #HealthEquity #NewMonth #February2025

As the funeral proceedings for the late President #JimmyCarter begin today, I want to share the privilege my family had of connecting with his #legacy and #impact recently. On a family trip to #Atlanta, we visited the #CarterCenter to pay our respects, only to realize it was closed. Undeterred, we still made our way to the growing memorial on the grounds. In an interesting turn of events, a crew from WSB-TV approached us, and reporter Tyisha Fernandes gladly took pictures for us and asked if we would be part of an interview. We were featured in a local news segment ?? Watch the clip here: https://lnkd.in/e-4ePBpQ As a #globalhealth professional and #proudparent, President Carter’s legacy of #humility, #leadership, #service, and #humanitarianism inspire me. I hope the events of the next few days inspire us all to reflect and dedicate our lives to doing good and serving humanity. #chiefhumanitarian Devex #georgia The Carter Center #inspiringthenextgeneration #leadership

Happy New Year from Public Health in Real Life! This year, we're committed to deepening our impact, fostering innovation, and continuing to champion health equity and transformative leadership in global health. Thank you for being part of our journey. Here's to a new year filled with opportunities to make a difference! Stay connected, stay inspired. Let's shape the future of public health—together. #PublicHealthInRealLife #NewYear2025 #HealthEquity

Merry Christmas from Public Health in Real Life! This festive season, we reflect on the gift of good health, the strength of our communities, and the power of collective action to make the world a healthier place. As we gather with loved ones to celebrate, let’s also remember to: ??Share kindness and joy. ??Make healthy choices during the festivities. ??Be grateful for the gift of life and health. Thank you for being part of our journey this year. Together, we’ve made strides toward a healthier and happier world. Here's to more impactful moments in the year ahead! Wishing you and your family peace, love, and wellness this Christmas and always. #MerryChristmas #PublicHealthInRealLife #HealthForAll #FestiveSeason #HealthyHolidays

Today, December 12th, marks International Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day! This year’s theme, "Health: It’s on the Government," highlights the critical role of political leadership in building strong, resilient health systems that leave no one behind. UHC Day is a call to action—a reminder of the millions still waiting for access to quality health care and a chance to celebrate the progress made so far. It’s an opportunity for advocates to raise their voices, inspire smarter investments in health, and encourage commitments from diverse stakeholders to achieve universal health coverage by 2030. Access to health care is a fundamental human right. To promote physical and mental well-being and extend life expectancy, universal health coverage must be prioritized as an essential economic, social, and moral choice. Let’s work together to ensure no one is left behind on the journey toward health for all. #UHCDay2024 #UniversalHealthCoverage #HealthForAll

Happy New Month, Public Health in Real Life Community! As we step into the final month of the year, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your incredible support over the past 11 months. Let’s make December memorable together! #HappyNewMonth #December

Today, December 1st, marks WORLD AIDS DAY, a day to unite in the fight against HIV, show support for those living with the virus, and remember those we’ve lost. 2024 year's theme, "Take the rights path: My health, my right!" Key fact from World Health Organization ?? HIV remains a significant global public health challenge, having claimed approximately 42.3 million lives so far. Despite progress, transmission continues in every country worldwide. ?? By the end of 2023, an estimated 39.9 million people were living with HIV, with 65% residing in the WHO African Region. ?? In 2023 alone, about 1.3 million individuals acquired HIV, and approximately 630,000 people succumbed to HIV-related illnesses. ?? While there is no cure for HIV, access to effective prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care—including for opportunistic infections—has transformed HIV into a manageable chronic condition. This enables individuals living with HIV to lead long, healthy lives. ?? The WHO, Global Fund, and UNAIDS have aligned global strategies with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target 3.3, aiming to end the HIV epidemic by 2030. ?? By 2025, the goal is for 95% of all people living with HIV to know their status, 95% of those diagnosed to be on life-saving antiretroviral therapy, and 95% of those on treatment to achieve viral suppression. As of 2023, these targets were nearing achievement at 86%, 89%, and 93% respectively. Collective action and sustained commitment remain essential to realizing a world free of HIV/AIDS. Today we make our voice count and we speak up for health equity. The world can end AIDS, if everyone's right is protected. #WorldAIDSDay2024