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A Turning Point: Lusaka Agenda is Anchored in the G20 Declaration

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For the first time, the G20 Leaders’ Declaration explicitly references the Lusaka Agenda – a significant milestone for developing countries that ...

Can AI Democratize the Global Fight Against Malaria?

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Phasing Out Mercury in Cosmetics Requires ‘Detoxifying’ Perceptions of Beauty

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Eliminating the “Period Tax” on Feminine Hygiene Products – A Battle For Freedom and Dignity

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🚀 AI could transform the fight against malaria — and make drug discovery equitable.

An open-access tool from @MedsforMalaria and @DeepMirrorBio will let scientists around the world virtually test and design new antimalarials.
No license. Just science.

🌐🔬But we must pair it…

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Methane’s short lifespan makes it the fastest lever to slow warming.

@UNEP says full deployment of available measures could cut emissions 32% by 2030 & prevent 180,000 premature deaths. However, countries are on pace to deliver only 8% by 2030.

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😷Health gained rare visibility at @Cop30noBrasil: the final text acknowledged the public-health benefits of climate action for the first time.

But the Belém Health Action Plan gained limited support — and zero government funding.

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🌺Guyana’s new initiative aims to offer free menstrual products through clinics and schools — treating menstrual health as a public good.

A model for governments everywhere.

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