ASHA workers in India’s Bihar demand fair pay, pensions
ASHAs are trained female health workers who perform a range of tasks and act as key intermediaries between the village community and the public health system
Stopping cholera in Malawi: firefighting measures are not enough
As Malawi continues to face a rampant cholera outbreak, local activists call for long-term investment in the health system and more health workers to complement short-term solutions
Shared systemic issues inspire solidarity between Portuguese and British nurses
A historic strike by nurses in the United Kingdom inspired solidarity among health workers in Portugal, who are fighting their own struggle for a better public health system
Shortage of health workers in Serbia is a risk for both patients and system
Problems predating the COVID-19 pandemic weigh on the health system in Serbia, putting into doubt the capacities to address new health needs generated over the past two and a half years
Brazil’s health workers vow to save public healthcare in the country
Activists from all over Brazil reaffirm the need to guarantee resources for a 100% public health system
South Africa’s National Health Insurance bill must prioritize public interest, say activists
Ongoing debates about the introduction of a National Health Insurance in South Africa should move away from opening the doors to the private sector, and prioritize communities and people’s health
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- Israel kills 31 people in Lebanon on the eve of Eid al-Adha
- Israel carries out sixth consecutive Eid massacre in Gaza
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- With peace deal nearly final, US launches fresh attacks on Iran
