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Exploring the interconnected web of global health and infectious diseases is not just a scientific endeavor; it's a shared responsibility that binds us as a global community. As we navigate the intricate landscape of infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, Hepatitis, STIs and many more, the significance of collaborative efforts, research, and healthcare infrastructure becomes paramount. Our collective actions not only safeguard individual well-being but also contribute to the resilience of nations and the world at large. Let's embrace the pursuit of knowledge and unity in addressing infectious diseases to build a healthier, more secure future for everyone. #GlobalHealth #InfectiousDisease #HealthcareUnity"

The COVID-19 pandemic hampered progress in fighting tuberculosis infections worldwide. Diverted funds meant that one of the world’s leading infectious killers caused 1.3 million deaths in 2022. TB is also the leading cause of death among those with HIV/AIDS worldwide. In 2022, 167,000 people died of HIV-associated TB. On #WorldAIDSDay, the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS), of which ERS is a founding member, calls on governments, health advocates & non-government organisations to strengthen their response to AIDS and TB. This collaborative effort is necessary to help realize the World Health Organization’s goal of ending the AIDS epidemic by 2030. More: https://lnkd.in/etsbJ4er

Tubeculosis remained the second leading cause of death from an infectious disease, after COVID-19, and caused almost twice as many deaths as HIV/AIDS in 2022. 💡 Read this bioMérieux's blog article to find out more about tubeculosis management four years after COVID-19 crisis. #WorldTBDay

Today is World Tuberculosis Day. Despite advancements, TB remains a significant challenge for health systems worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, in 2022 alone, 1.3 million people died of TB, with an estimated 10.6 million falling ill with the disease. In Africa, approximately 2.5 million people contracted TB in 2022, and over 400,000 died from it within the same year. Lesotho faces high TB prevalence, often compounded by HIV co-infections. If you experience symptoms resembling TB, it is crucial to immediately seek medical attention for testing and early start of treatment. #EndTB

Monitoring and Evaluation studies in Africa on healthcare are progressive towards health-related goals such as reducing maternal mortality, combating infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis, improving access to healthcare services, and assessing the effectiveness of health interventions and programs. #research #health #healthresearch #monitoringandevaluation #digitalmarketing

Tubeculosis remained the second leading cause of death from an infectious disease, after COVID-19, and caused almost twice as many deaths as HIV/AIDS in 2022. As #WorldTBDay approaches, read this bioMérieux's blog article to find out more about tubeculosis management four years after COVID-19 crisis.

🌍 Sentinel Surveillance: A Key to Global Health 🦠 Political unrest and global inequality have weakened epidemiological surveillance. The emergence of SARS underscores the need for robust global systems. The Agency for Cooperation in International Health (ACIH) developed a sentinel surveillance system for infectious diseases across South America, Africa, and Asia. This system has identified unreported diseases like cholera, plague, and influenza, and tracked polio, HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B, and C. Despite its limited scope, this system supplements global data, proving vital in disease monitoring. Expanding such systems is crucial for enhancing global health efforts. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ecZWA-ha #GlobalHealth #InfectiousDiseases #Surveillance

Did you know? A liver silently performs over 500 vital functions every day to keep us alive. Hepatitis, is a formidable global health challenge, with over 1 million hepatitis-related deaths every year and 1 chronic infection every 10 seconds. If the current trajectory continues, viral hepatitis will kill more people annually than malaria, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS combined by 2040. THB presents you with an engaging insight focusing on the global and Indian impact of hepatitis, along with practical preventive measures. As a community, we need to understand that hepatitis infection is silent and liver health awareness is low and there is a dire need to collectively spread awareness, and offer easy-to-navigate services at local health facilities for a better tomorrow. We’ve only got one life, and we’ve only got one liver. #worldhepatitisday #liverhealth #thb #insights #data #healthcare #technology #healthforall

The ICCM is a strategy that ensures comprehensive and continuous care to under 5 years sick child focusing on the most common diseases: malaria, diarrhea, pneumonia and malnutrition. These interventions are curative, preventive and promotive with participation of families and communities. We need to strengthen this strategy and Polyvalent Model is going to be implemented to the Community Health Workers at Village Level. So, Integrated Community Case Management (ICCM) help us to train, support, and supply community health workers (CHW) to provide diagnostic, treatment, and referral services for three common, treatable, and curable childhood illnesses: malaria, pneumonia, and diarrhea.

On 1 December DAI Fleming Fund Country Grant Pakistan stands next to our partners to commemorate World AIDS Day 2022. As the drug-resistance strains of viruses and bacteria make the treatment of infections difficult, the risk for the people living HIV/AIDS increases manifold. Their weak immune systems make them vulnerable, especially to foodborne bacterial infections. Responsible and rational use of antimicrobials and following the prescribed treatment, along with enhanced awareness, can help them mitigate the impact of AMR (Antimicrobial Resistance). The role of communities is critical to addressing the threats of AIDS and AMR. When the citizens are aware, they take responsibility for Health for All #WorldAIDSDay. Involvement of the people leads to collective action for the good of all. Today we need collective plans and actions to defeat AIDS and AMR #WorldAIDSDay. DAI’s Dr. Qadeer Ahsan, Team Lead for the Fleming Fund Country Grant in Pakistan said: “Let communities lead to prevent together AIDS and AMR! Let’s take everybody on board #WorldAIDSDay”.