United We Stand – Coordinating Social Protection Programs
Social protection programs are increasingly important for supporting vulnerable groups in Asia, including the poor and elderly, but fragmented delivery of services is undermining their impact and effectiveness.
Universal Health Coverage – The Holy Grail for Equitable Health Outcomes?
Director-General of the World Health Organization, Margaret Chan, describes Universal Health Coverage (UHC) as ‘the most powerful concept that public health has to offer’.
Unlocking PNG’s Full Potential in Developing Rural Health Services
An project cofinanced by ADB is starting to make progress on expanding health coverage to underserved rural areas.
Urban Health – from Bangladesh to India
The 12th International Conference on Urban Health was held last month for the first time in a developing country, something remarkable given that almost all urban population growth in our lifetime is predicted to take place in developing countries.
Vaccinations Won't Lead to Vacations Anytime Soon Unless We Take Action Now
Vaccination programs and travel bubbles are still in their infancy. They could help revive tourism in Asia and the Pacific but governments need to pave the way with the right policies.
Vaccines are Key to Easing Asia’s Lockdowns
As new virus outbreaks emerge in developing countries in Asia, vaccines are changing the nature of the pandemic by rendering COVID-19 a much less deadly disease. Governments are responding with milder containment measures.
We are All Advocates
About twenty years ago I was working for a well-known nongovernment organization (NGO), campaigning on many issues from access to affordable drugs for HIV/AIDS patients, to advocating for fair trade for small farmers. When asked what I did I explained about my advocacy for social justice. “Oh so, you’re promoting communism?” was the response.
We Need a Revolution in Cancer Care in Asia-Pacific
Let’s support investments with the best value for money to counter the massive challenge presents to the region.
We Need to Lower Health Risks in SEZs. Here's One Way.
Assessing health impacts in special economic zones mitigates potential risks and enhances benefits for workers and their families.
Wellness in Worrying Times
Policies that promote wellness can help Asians navigate the uncertain, stressful COVID-19 world and achieve a better post-pandemic lifestyle.