GHTC released a new resource that provides an overview of key US agency programs engaged in R&D for global health security. The resource is designed for policymakers and advocates who are navigating this complex infrastructure and considering where additional resources are needed to respond to COVID-19 and enhance our preparedness against future threats.
ViewGHTC has created a new resource tracking the current state of R&D efforts to combat COVID-19. The tracker, which will be updated regularly, includes information on R&D efforts supported by the US government, multilateral institutions, and GHTC member organizations.
ViewThe Advocacy Coalition for Health Research and Development (CHReaD) is a coalition of NGOs, and other organisations that are involved in advocacy for increased investment in health R&D, evidence-based policy change and implementation, and a streamlined regulatory system in Kenya.
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Health technologies have the potential to save millions of lives. New tools are needed to slow the global threat of diseases, including HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, and neglected tropical diseases, and tackle many other pressing health needs. For diseases and conditions primarily affecting people in the world’s poorest places, there is little to no commercial market to spur R&D. Strong investment and innovative solutions are needed to catalyze the development of new technologies to bring health and opportunity within reach for all people.
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In an article about the introduction of new legislation to improve global health security, Security Magazine mentioned GHTC's endorsement of the legislation.
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In an article about the introduction of the Global Health Security and Diplomacy Act, Homeland Preparedness News cited GHTC's endorsement of the bill.
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GHTC endorsed the Global Health Security and Diplomacy Act, introduced last week by US Senators Jim Risch (R-ID), Chris Murphy (D-CT), and Ben Cardin (D-MD). The bill authorizes US$3 billion toward rebuilding America's pandemic defense system, including investing in global vaccine efforts through the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations [CEPI].
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
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In this regular feature on Breakthroughs, we highlight some of the most interesting reads in global health research from the past week.
In this regular feature on Breakthroughs, we highlight some of the most interesting reads in global health research from the past week.
The COVID-19 crisis has demonstrated just how crucial multilateral conveners like WHO are to our collective health, prosperity, and security and the need for enhanced international cooperation and worldwide solidarity.
