September 23, 2025 8:37 am PT by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM - 0 comments
More than 1 billion people worldwide live with mental health conditions, with anxiety and depression being the most common disorders. Despite some progress in mental health policies, there is a critical shortage of mental health workers, especially in low- and middle-income countries, and many individuals lack access to adequate care. This highlights the urgent need Read more…
September 23, 2025 8:37 am PT by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM - 0 comments
The World Health Organization has updated its Essential Medicines Lists, adding key new treatments for cancer and diabetes, including GLP-1 receptor agonists and rapid-acting insulins for type 2 diabetes with obesity or related conditions. These lists guide medicine procurement and health coverage in over 150 countries, aiming to improve global access to effective, affordable therapies. Read more…
September 23, 2025 8:37 am PT by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM - 0 comments
Cholera cases increased by 5% and deaths surged by 50% in 2024, resulting in over 6,000 deaths worldwide from a disease that is both preventable and treatable. The rise is driven by factors like conflict, climate change, and poor water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure, especially affecting Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. To reduce risk, Read more…
September 23, 2025 8:37 am PT by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM - 0 comments
Investing an additional $3 per person annually in cost-effective measures to prevent and control noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health conditions could generate up to $1 trillion in economic benefits globally by 2030. Despite progress in reducing NCD mortality, the rate has slowed, and these diseases remain the leading cause of death worldwide, disproportionately affecting Read more…
September 23, 2025 8:37 am PT by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM - 0 comments
Air pollution causes approximately 7 million premature deaths worldwide each year, primarily due to fine particulate matter that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and respiratory infections. Reducing exposure to polluted air through cleaner energy, transportation, and improved waste management can significantly lower these health risks, highlighting the importance of adopting preventive measures to Read more…
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