India’s National Health Policy 2017 advocated for comprehensive primary healthcare (CPHC). Subsequently, Ayushman Bharat Program 2018 led to the upgradation of existing Sub-Health Centres and Primary-Health Centres into Health & Wellness centres (HWCs) to operationalize CPHC. However, to improve the performance of these HWCs, close supportive supervision is required. Supportive supervision in its traditional […]
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On not studying (and stating) the obvious
An 18-authored paper funded by the WHO was recently published; a Cochrane review concluded that undernutrition is a risk factor for Tuberculosis (TB). Excluding the fourth author, an Argentinian, the rest were Europe-based, including WHO staff. India and China have the largest burdens of TB. There is a wealth of evidence explicating the links […]
Navigating Geopolitics and Global Health: Insights from PMAC 2024
In a world marked by escalating geopolitical tensions and multifaceted crises, the intersection of politics and health emerges as a critical focal point for global discourse. The Prince Mahidol Award Conference (PMAC) in 2024, held in Bangkok, provided a platform for probing the complexities of this intersection and exploring pathways towards equitable global health. […]
BMJ GH Editor-in-Chief Vacancy
BMJ is looking for an ambitious and dynamic Editor-in-Chief to lead BMJ Global Health, one of the world’s foremost journals in global health. The candidate should be an active researcher in a relevant field. Specialists in any field of global health are welcome to apply. The Editor-in-Chief will act as an ambassador for the journal […]
Becoming a better undergraduate research mentor
Undergraduate research experiences are increasingly desired by students and are often considered essential when applying to postgraduate programmes, but mentoring undergraduates is not always straightforward. Since 2018, I have involved more than 20 students in my project on reproductive health and HIV/AIDS in Europe. This research course is part of a study abroad program […]
Editorial announcement: Dr Seye Abimbola
Dr Seye Abimbola has decided to step down from his role as Editor in Chief of BMJ Global Health after nearly 9 years and two terms in post. Under Dr Abimbola’s leadership, the title, which launched in 2016, has become one of the leading journals in global health, with a strong focus on promoting equity in […]
Large scale AI based diabetic tele-retinopathy screening project in Saudi Arabia
Diabetes is a significant public health concern in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and globally. Diabetes damages blood vessels all over the human body. When diabetes damages the blood vessels in the retina of the eyes, it can cause a condition called diabetic retinopathy that can cause blindness. Globally, the prevalence of diabetes […]
Elevating Australia’s global health leadership: a path to equity and security
In an increasingly interconnected world, global health investment and partnership stand as a cornerstone for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and addressing the pressing health challenges that transcend borders. As nations strive to meet the global commitment of leaving no one behind, Australia’s role in global health becomes vital. However, Australia’s engagement in […]
Breaking barriers: overcoming challenges in telepsychiatry in a tribal population
According to the National Mental Health Survey 2016, 10.6% of India’s adult population suffers from mental disorders with 83% of them being inadequately treated or not treated at all (treatment gap). The treatment gap is expected to be higher in rural and tribal areas. The journey from developing a mental illness to seeking care […]
Challenging the marginalisation of ethical narratives in research with women survivors of violence in Afghanistan
This co-written blog post has emerged from a series of conversations between the authors and grows out of reflections on the research experiences of Dr Ahmad in Afghanistan. In Afghanistan, the Taliban has systematically written and implemented policies to envelop women in silence. Silences and camouflage now define and govern how women conduct their lives. […]