Continued Commitment to Our Essential Mission
Management Sciences for Health
MSH advances knowledge and technology globally to support people locally to achieve health for all.
Dear Colleagues:??
Despite the disastrous blows dealt to the global health sector in recent weeks, our commitment to saving lives and improving health remains steadfast. To be clear, MSH has been affected. Like so many of our peer organizations, we have been forced to make drastic, unwelcome changes. Saying goodbye to so many colleagues around the world has been grueling. Witnessing progress stall and people in need of health care be left out in the cold has been devastating.?
Our work continues, thanks to strong collaborations with diverse funders, country governments, and a range of local and global partners forged over more than 50 years. From combatting antimicrobial resistance in Nigeria to improving maternal health in Bangladesh, the stories in this newsletter will give you an idea of our ongoing commitment to building strong, resilient, and sustainable health systems. ?
Today, more than ever, the world needs new partnerships to tackle?global health challenges. Whether you're a funder, an implementing partner, or a government in need of our expertise, we want to hear from you. Let's join forces and write the next chapter in global health history.?
Sincerely,
Marian W. Wentworth
President and Chief Executive Officer
Management Sciences for Health
PS: Learn more about how to partner with us here.
First-time Parents Get a Boost in Bangladesh
Together with BRAC International , Scope , and Population Council , we introduced a group-based model to improve antenatal and postnatal care in Bangladesh. First-time parents got clinical check-ups and essential education on pregnancy, birth preparedness, and newborn care. With 84% of eligible mothers attending at least one session, the program led to improved recognition of danger signs, healthier pregnancies, and safer deliveries.
Featured Resource >>> Building a Healthier Tomorrow in Bangladesh: The Legacy of the Healthy Women, Healthy Families Project
Fighting Superbugs in Nigeria’s Animal Sector
Animal farming is a major driver of antimicrobial resistance, which underscores the urgent need for a ‘One Health’ approach to stopping superbugs, write MSH's Babatunde Akinola and Nigeria’s Chief Veterinarian, Dr. Columba Teru Vakuru in this commentary for Health Policy Watch .??
Improving Health in Urban Settings: A Look at India and Malaysia
This webinar, hosted in partnership with the Joint Learning Network for Universal Health Coverage and moderated by MSH's Anupama S. , examined the intricacies of achieving Universal Health Coverage in urban settings. Experts discussed a range of issues affecting primary health care in India and Malaysia, including aging populations, non-communicable diseases, and the role of private health care providers.
Protecting?Infants from Malaria in Nigeria
As a partner to Catholic Relief Services under the The Global Fund Malaria Project, we're helping protect children from getting sick during the rainy season, when risk is highest. This initiative in Katsina State, where more than half of children under 5 tested positive for malaria, reaches 2.5 million children annually working in partnership with local community volunteers.?
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Webinar: Achieving UHC in Urban Settings: Incentives, Challenges, and Opportunities
Insights on bolstering access to primary health care in India and Malaysia from Maj Gen (Prof) Atul Kotwal, SM, VSM and Dr. K. Madan G. of India's National Health Systems Resource Centre , DINASH ARAVIND of Ministry Of Health, Malaysia (KKM) , Somil Nagpal of 世界银行 and Anupama S. of Management Sciences for Health .
Associate Medical Director for Patient Safety at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Medicolegal Expert, Health Systems, Global Health Expert
1 周It seems we learned nothing from the pandemic. I hope the narrow-mindedness of believing we are the true bearers of power will not eventually return to haunt us.
Hons RLSCM, PGD GH PSCM, DSMSC.
1 周MSH's steadfast commitment to strengthening global health systems is truly inspiring. The impactful initiatives in maternal health, antimicrobial resistance, and malaria prevention demonstrate the organization's dedication to ensuring sustainable healthcare solutions. As MSH continues to expand its reach and forge new partnerships, a strong and resilient supply chain will be crucial to delivering life-saving interventions efficiently. Investing in experienced supply chain specialists could further enhance the organization’s ability to navigate complex logistics, ensuring essential health commodities reach those in need on time and in full.