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Framework to guide the use of mathematical modelling in evidence-based policy decision-making
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Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the significance of mathematical modelling in decision-making and the limited capacity in many low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs). Thus, we studied how modelling supported policy decision-making processes in LMICs during the pand
Guest blog: My Experience as a HITAP Intern
My purpose of coming to Thailand was initially as an economics exchange student at Thammasat University for one semester. During my time here, I was also looking to pursue something professionally, whether it was through a volunteering opportunity or internship. Coming from the University of Washing
How to Choose the Right Clean Air Room and Air Purifier to Stay Safe from PM2.5 in the Household and Public Buildings in Thailand
Situation of Clean Air Rooms and Air Purifiers in Thailand
Thailand continues to experience persistent fine particulate matter with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less (PM2.5), posing significant risks to public health, particularly among vulnerable populations. About 13.6 mill
Indian TB cases ‘can’t be cured’
Concern over drug-resistant strains of TB is growing, with similar ‘incurable’ TB emerging in Italy and Iran. Doctors in Mumbai said 12 patients had a “totally drug resistant” form of the infection, and three have died.The Indian Health Ministry is investigating the cases and has sent a team of doct
Mercury, oils from fish at odds in heart health
(Reuters Health) – Mercury and omega-3 fatty acids – both found in fish – appear to have opposite links to heart health, scientists have found.In an analysis of more than 1,600 men from Sweden and Finland, researchers found that men with high levels of mercury in the body had an increased risk of he
National Health Foundation is recruiting an Operations Coordinator
National Health Foundation (NHF) is now recruiting a determined and well-rounded Operations Coordinator who would like to be a part of a dynamic team. the position requires strong organizational skills together with an enthusiasm for learning and a willingness to assist the team. it involves collabo
Overcoming Barriers: Financing and Service Delivery for Vaccination in Fragile and Conflict-Affected States
Vaccination is a critical and cost-effective public health intervention that significantly reduces child mortality. Since the inception of the World Health Organization’s Expanded Program on Immunization (WHO-EPI) in 1974, vaccines have saved millions of lives, with a Lancet study highlighting that
PMAC 2016 Side Event (SE 026): Making decision makers accountable: better journalism – better chances of getting to Universal Health Coverage
PMAC 2016 Side Event (SE 026): Making decision makers accountable: better journalism – better chances of getting to Universal Health CoverageThis workshop will bring together journalists, bloggers and editors from around the world to share stories of reporting countries’ journey towards and efforts
Reflection from the Infectious Disease Modelling (IDM) Conference 2024
I had a great opportunity to participate in the Infectious Disease Modelling (IDM) Conference 2024 in Bangkok, where I presented my research and built networks with experts in the field. This experience was made possible thanks to the support from the UNITE initiative under the Program Management Un
The Evaluation of School Health Program in Primary Schools
The objective of school health services is to promote good health and prevent from diseases focusing on school-aged children. The services are implemented through the collaboration of the National Health Security Office (NHSO), the Ministry of Public Health, the Ministry of Education and the local community. There are four scopes of work: 1) Health
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