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Invite: Upcoming FIGO webinar on preconception care
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Preconception care: Laying the foundation for a healthier future?
The preconception period is a critical "window of opportunity" to prevent maternal and foetal morbidity and mortality. This webinar will cover the latest recommendations on preconception care to help clinicians address health risks and establish healthier habits with their patients leading to positive maternal and child health outcomes.?
Date: Wednesday 22 January 2025? Time: 14:00-15:30 UTC?
On behalf of the Communications & Engagement team
? International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics Tel:?+44 (0)20 7928 1166? Address: FIGO House, 10 Theed Street, London, SE1 8ST, UK ? ?/?
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Nouvelle ressource disponible ! Approches de MOMENTUM sur l’utilisation des outils de santé numérique destinés aux clients
Chers 肠辞濒濒è驳耻别蝉,? Nous sommes heureux de partager cette ressource de MOMENTUM qui est maintenant disponible en fran?ais: .? Ce document met en avant les efforts de MOMENTUM dans l’utilisation des outils de santé numérique pour améliorer les connaissances en santé et encourager les comportements de recherche de soins dans les domaines de la santé maternelle, néonatale et infantile, de la planification familiale et de la santé reproductive. Les principaux points incluent :?
Veuillez partager cette ressource avec vos réseaux pour soutenir l’innovation en santé numérique.? N’hésitez pas à nous contacter pour toute question, et merci d’avance pour votre aide à promouvoir cette ressource importante.? Cordialement,? Christina On Wed, Dec 11, 2024 at 4:00?AM Christina Villella <christina_villella@...> wrote:
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The HELINA 2025 Scientific Conference!
Dear all, I trust that your new year 2025 is off to a great start! On behalf of HELINA, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the 2025 edition of the only health informatics and digital health scientific conference on the African continent that has been running for the last 30 years. Taking place in the beautiful city of Gaberone, you will get to meet, interact with, share and learn from researchers and innovators, digital health leaders and policy makers, implementers and practitioners, users and consumers of digital interventions, services and applications in health, in Africa.? This is an important platform to deeply engage in conversations and discourse particularly around what actually works, how well it works, its generalisability and replicability, and most importantly, IMPACT on what is uniquely important to each of the 55+ distinct and deeply interconnected countries in Africa.?? The HELINA 2025 conference will build on the extraordinary successes from the inaugural Open Digital Health Summit () that HELINA co-hosted with the Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Health, Ministry of ICT and our international partners, the World Health Organization, Google Health, ITU. I therefore encourage you to plan for to be in Gaberone for the entire week and participate in exciting pre-conference actiivities that will include didactic learning and hands-on activities in Digital Public Infrastructure for health, SMART guidelines, standards and interoperability.? HELINA in conjunction with our valued local professional Association, and the Ministry of Health and Wellness look forward to hosting you the entire last week of August 2025. See you then! Steven Wanyee, President, Pan African Health Informatics Association (HELINA) president@... | +254 711 466 263 www.helina.africa |
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Urgent: Seeking HR Vendor Recommendations in Nigeria for TAP Program (Bids Due January 3, 2025)
开云体育Greetings colleagues, ? I hope this finds you well! Through the Technical Assistance Platform (TAP) program, we are currently seeking a vendor in Nigeria that can help with the?hiring and payment of data collectors and supervisors for a small-scale assessment. ? We are working closely with PATH, which has one local employee based in Nigeria, but our on-the-ground presence remains limited, so any suggestions are greatly appreciated. It’s important to note that the data collectors have already been selected by FMOH and implementing partners; the vendor’s primary role will be to manage hiring logistics and ensure timely payments through funding provided by UW. ? If you have any contacts in West Africa or Nigeria specifically who you think could be a good fit, we would love to have their contact information. Alternatively, feel free to forward the attached RFP directly. Please keep me in copy for documentation and ease of follow-up on bids. As a reminder, priority review for submitted bids will be completed by January 3, 2025. ? If you have any questions or need further context, d辞苍’迟 hesitate to reach out. Thanks so much for your support! ? Thank you and take care, Brynn McKinney (She/Her)????????? Digital Initiatives Group (DIGI)
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Launch of the FIGO Knowledge Hub & upcoming webinar on preterm birth
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Dear GDHN network,
We are pleased to announce the launch of the FIGO Knowledge Hub, a comprehensive platform designed to support advancements in obstetrics and gynaecology. The hub provides on-demand access to webinars and courses on critical topics such as cervical cancer,
menstrual health, contraception and more. Participants can earn certificates and enhance their skills.
?and take the next step in professional development.?
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Upcoming webinar: Tackling Preterm Birth – The FIGO PremPrep-5 Initiative
Date:?Thursday, 9 January 2025
Time:?13:00–14:30 UTC
Languages:?English, with live French and Spanish interpretation
Preterm birth is the leading cause of neonatal mortality, with 80% of cases in low- and middle-income countries. Join leading experts to explore FIGO’s PremPrep-5 Initiative, which outlines five "quick wins" to improve neonatal outcomes.
Topics include:
Please share this invitation with your networks to help advance care for preterm birth worldwide.
On behalf of the Communications & Engagement team
? International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics Tel:?+44 (0)20 7928 1166? Address: FIGO House, 10 Theed Street, London, SE1 8ST, UK ? ?/?
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An Exciting Publication on Digital Health From BornFyne-PNMS Project in Cameroon
Dear colleagues, We at Health Promotion Alliance Cameroon (HPAC) wish to share interesting findings from our recent?Scholarly publication on a Digital Health Project in Cameroon titled "The role of intersectoral collaboration and continuous stakeholder engagement in the implementation of the BornFyne PNMS Project in Cameroon."? BornFyne-PNMS is a two-way digital health project implemented in Cameroon and sponsored by Grand Challenges Canada.? This article highlights the process of stakeholder engagement in implementing a digital health platform, which is vital, especially in low-resourced countries where the digital health ecosystem is still emerging. Stakeholder engagement can make meaningful contributions to a project, allowing for increased visibility and reach, uptake, acceptability, and sustainability. This article focuses on intersectoral collaboration amongst stakeholders in implementing the BornFyne-PNMS, a two-way digital health platform in Cameroon. Full Article available at: and through the?doi:? Thank you
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DHIS2 Symposium abstract deadline extended to Jan 17 ?
Dear GDHN friends, We understand how busy the end of the year can be, which is why we're?extending the deadline to ?for the DHIS2 Symposium. The new deadline is?January 17. We would be delighted to feature you as a speaker to:
We’re are interested in, but not limited to, abstracts on:
Additionally, we are offering ?to organizations who want to further amplify their impact and visibility at the Symposium. Sponsorship opportunities include high-profile recognition, targeted engagement with attendees, and tailored benefits.? This year is the?Symposium's 10th anniversary—a decade of transformative insights, groundbreaking projects, and the strengthening of the global DHIS2 community.? The Symposium will take place on?February 19-20, 2025, at the iconic?Convene in Arlington, VA.? Please visit for submission details and guidelines. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out directly. Looking forward to seeing your submission and celebrating together at the 10th DHIS2 Symposium. Best regards,
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New telehealth video: "Transforming Healthcare: The 'Going Online' Telehealth Framework"
开云体育Dear GDHN, ? I’m thrilled to share a we created. It showcases a new?telehealth?framework by?FHI 360?and its impact on public health programs
?. From HIV services to maternal & child health and mental health, this video highlights how telehealth can be used to expand and integrate services across a variety of sectors. Video screenshots: ? ? Check it out here:??(17:28 minutes). ? ? The video features insights and examples from various health programs like the??and others supported by PEPFAR, USAID, CDC, The Global Fund, and UNAIDS. ? ? Whether you're in global health, SBC, or technology for development, I believe this video can spark new ideas for integrating telehealth into your work! ? If you’re exploring how to leverage telehealth in your own projects or need assistance, feel free to reach out. Send us an email at?GoingOnline@...?if you would like to learn more. ? Best, ? -- Ben Eveslage?(he/him) Associate Director, Technical Going Online (Telehealth)
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New Resource Available! MOMENTUM’s Approaches to Using Client-Facing Digital Health Tools
Dear?GDHN,? As we presented last week at the Global Digital Health Forum, we are pleased to share a new MOMENTUM resource: .? This brief highlights MOMENTUM's work in using digital health tools to increase health knowledge and care-seeking behaviors for maternal, newborn, and child health, family planning, and reproductive health. Key insights include strategies for implementing these tools, as well as their impact on health information access and behavior change.? Please share this resource with your networks to support digital health innovation and d辞苍’迟 hesitate to reach out with any questions and thank you in advance for helping us promote this important resource. Best, Christina
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CALL FOR FACULTY FOR THE AFRICA HEALTHCARE INNOVATION FELLOWSHIP (AHIF) 2025
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Exciting Opportunity!
Join Us as a Faculty Member for the Africa Healthcare Innovation Fellowship (AHIF) 2025 Are you a passionate expert in digital health, healthcare innovation, or entrepreneurship? Do you want to shape the future of healthcare and groom the next generation of healthcare innovators in Africa? We invite you to join us as a faculty member for the Africa Healthcare Innovation Fellowship (AHIF) 2025. ?
Who Should Apply ?
We are seeking experienced professionals with a minimum of 5 years expertise and Proven track record in teaching & mentorship in one or more of the following areas: - Digital Health - Health Data Management - Digital Public Goods - ?Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship - Data Analysis - ?Regulatory Compliance and Ethics ?
By joining as a faculty member, you will Play a pivotal role in equipping a group of talented fellows with the skills to tackle Africa’s healthcare challenges through digital solutions. How to Apply Visit this Link to apply: Application closes by 31st of December, 2024 For Enquiries: Contact us at info@...? Your
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New Request for Applications (RFA) - Enhancing decision support systems
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Dear community,
We are excited to share our latest Request for Applications (RFA) aimed at enhancing digital tools to revolutionize last-mile health supply chains. This initiative will focus on improving access to family planning and other health supplies in underserved areas across multiple countries. This RFA is a key initiative to advance decision-support systems and bolster digital health ecosystems worldwide.
What is this RFA about?
This RFA focuses on leveraging digital innovations to support informed decision-making and improve health outcomes. Applicants are encouraged to propose scalable and impactful solutions that address critical gaps in decision support for health systems.
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? Up to $200,000 in funding for innovative digital solutions.
? Targeted improvements for existing tools to enhance supply chain efficiency, data accuracy, and last-mile delivery.
? Priority given to solutions with demonstrable impact and scalability.
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We look forward to receiving your innovative proposals and working together to drive meaningful change in global health.
Feel free to share this announcement with your networks to help us reach a wide array of innovative minds.
Warm regards,
Marketing and Communications Officer Pronouns:?he/him Email: ibkane@...? ? Stay Connected: ?| ?| ?| |
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NEW POLICY BRIEF: Establishing Gender-Equitable Foundations for Digital Health Transformation - to Advance Universal Health Coverage
Dear GDHN, Transform Health is excited to announce the launch of our new policy brief, , which makes the case for investment and action to establish the foundations and guardrails for a gender equitable digital health ecosystem. The policy brief explores the opportunity of digital health, if effectively designed, to improve gender equity and the health outcomes of women and girls. It also delves into key challenges hindering this, including around digital access, digital use, and root causes of these at population level and systems level. Finally, it sets out recommendations for building a gender-equitable digital health ecosystem to advance universal health coverage, with a call to action for decision makers and all stakeholders to: 1) mainstream gender in digital health; 2) invest in people; and 3) strengthen regulation and legislation to protect women’s and girls’ rights. We look forward to forging enhanced collaboration with our partners as we continue to advocate for the equitable digital transformation of health systems, and the critical role that gender plays as part of this. Please reach out if you would like to learn more about this work and to explore how we can collaborate. Kind regards, Kirsten
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Transforming Community Health Care Delivery through Digital Innovation Podcast
开云体育Dear All,? ? I am excited to share a new, as part of the Supply Chain Leadership Across Africa series featuring my colleague Edwin Mulwa and our partner at?Derick Lung’aho. In this episode: Transforming Community Health Care Delivery through Digital Innovation, Edwin and Derick discuss the need for digital tools that are designed and adapted to meet the needs of CHWs to strengthen community health supply chains. The discussion expands on the information in this?providing insights around leveraging innovative technology to enhance data visibility, optimize health care delivery and empower CHWs with the tools they need to increase equitable access to health services.? .? ??
Regards,
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Call for projects ODESS : application open !
? ? Dear all, ? We are pleased to announce the launch of the 2025 call for projects of the Global South e-health Observatory (ODESS). It aimed at supporting projects using information and communication technologies to improve access to healthcare and quality medicines in african and asian countries that have already been implemented in the field (at least at the pilot stage). ? The projects selected by the Foundation Pierre Fabre's panel of experts will receive financial and technical support for one year. ? The eligibility criteria for the call for projects are as follows:
Projects must be submitted before 18 December 2024. ? How to apply? It couldn't be easier! Just follow these steps:
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? To find out more about the call for projects, please click here: ? If you would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us by email.?Our team will be happy to answer your questions and help you with your application.?Please write to:?caroline.hermant@... ? The ODESS Team. |
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Attending GDHF next week in Nairobi? RSVP to the ICF Happy Hour!
Are you attending the Global Digital Health Forum next week in Nairobi? Let's connect! Join ICF for Happy Hour on Wednesday, December 4th at 6:30pm - 8:30pm. D辞苍’迟 miss this chance to unwind after an exciting first day of presentations, and to continue the conversations with fellow attendees. If you're interested, please RSVP . We look forward to seeing you!
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#GDHF2024 Starts Tomorrow - Last Call to Join Us Virtually!
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? ? This is your final reminder to join us virtually at the , starting tomorrow online! There will be no in-person registration available on-site for the Global Digital Health Forum. In-person tickets are now sold out, but you can still be part of this exciting event virtually! By joining us online, you’ll gain access to:
Whether you're looking to stay ahead in digital health, discover new solutions, or network with key thought leaders, our virtual experience ensures you w辞苍’迟 miss a moment of the action. D辞苍’迟 miss out – virtual registration is still open, but time is running out! |
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?Shoemaker to Your Shoe: The Importance of Organizations Specialized in Digital Health ?
Hi folks Sharing this blog post with you hoping it will be of?interest to you. Best ?Shoemaker to Your Shoe: The Importance of Organizations Specialized in Digital Health?? ? In a world where digital technologies are advancing rapidly,?digital health?has become a fundamental pillar for improving healthcare delivery and public health management. However, integrating digital solutions requires specialized expertise, making organizations dedicated to digital health crucial. ?? These organizations help health ministries navigate challenges like data governance and patient privacy, ensuring effective implementation of technologies. By collaborating with these experts, ministries can optimize resources and leverage innovative solutions, as seen during the COVID-19 pandemic with the rapid development of digital vaccination platforms. Embracing digital health is essential for innovation and efficiency in healthcare, paving the way for a healthier future for all. ? Complete article:? Web Site??Follow us in?|?|?|??|? |
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