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Over 40 years of advancing policies that enable all people to realise the human right to the highest attainable level of health. Website: www.haiweb.org #globalhealth #healhAI #Diabetes #SRHR

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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
✊🌏 We have joined organisations from Malaysia, Europe and beyond in calling on the European Union to drop all TRIPS-plus proposals in the EU-Malaysia Free Trade Agreement. #MEUFTA 🔗 Read the full letter to the EU: tinyurl.com/44zyzvrv
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
A new study shows only half of clinical trial results are available on the EU's Clinical Trial Information System as required by law. We're calling on @ema.europa.eu to take action. In a policy brief we make recommendations for the EMA to follow as a matter of urgency. haiweb.org/half-of-all-...
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Half of all clinical trials in Europe do not report results as required by law - Health Action International
A study published this week found that half of clinical trials in Europe did not have results available as required by law.
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
From the #Mercosur Agreement to US tariffs, how the #EU navigates the ever-changing global trade landscape has implications for public health. In a new blog, we explore the possibilities and pitfalls for access to health technologies. Read the blog here: haiweb.org/from-mercosu...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
The impacts of the #climatecrisis & #fossilfuels are far-reaching and are affecting wellbeing and health systems everywhere. They must be recognised across the spectrum of health topics being discussed at #WHA79 this year. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3PdJ3ow @gchalliance.bsky.social
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Join us to discuss how civil society can help unlock the full potential of TRIPS flexibilities. This webinar brings together leading experts to share research, real-world experiences & strategies, and explore how CSOs can strengthen collaboration. Register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Jaime Manzano @jaimemanzano.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Here the summary of this ask and transparency action we did we @publiccitizen.bsky.social and @hai-org.bsky.social saludporderecho.org/en/mpox-and-...
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Mpox and global access facing the same persistent barriers
This joint initiative by Salud por Derecho, Health Action International (HAI), and Public Citizen raises serious concerns about the lack of transparency and access safeguards in the European Commissio...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
In a statement on behalf of HAI, @publiccitizen.bsky.social & @saludporderecho.bsky.social to 6th IGWG meeting on the #PandemicAgreement, we warned that a vague text with no binding obligations, workable schemes or enforceable commitments cannot be considered a success: haiweb.org/media-resour...
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Statement to the 6th IGWG on WHO Pandemic Agreement - Health Action International
This statement to the 6th meeting of the IGWG on WHO Pandemic Agreement was delivered on behalf of HAI, Salud por Derecho  and Public Citizen
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Our latest research shows adolescents in Kenya face a paradoxical scenario in which an ⬆️ in formally accredited “youth-friendly” facilities goes hand-in-hand with a ⬇️in the willingness of staff to serve them. Read the findings to understand what this means for #SRHR : haiweb.org/publication/...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
How often has Indonesia used compulsory licensing? What is patent evergreening? Where is the legal basis for compulsory licences in Ireland? Explore the Flexibilities Navigator—a living resource on TRIPS flexibilities & access to medicines. 🔎 flexibilitiesnavigator.org/Welcome
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Health Policy Watch - Global health news reporting @healthpolicywatch.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
🚨 New research finds post-#USAID stockouts have driven a steep drop in access to #HIV treatment, maternal medicines & contraception in 3 Kenyan counties—while Zambia shows modest gains where domestic financing increased. ✍️ @kerrycullinan.bsky.social @hai-org.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu 📖⬇️ & 🔁🙏
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Post-USAID, Kenyans’ Access To HIV And Maternal Medicine And Contraceptives Plunges - Health Policy Watch
Kenyans’ access to a range of health products – including HIV treatment, maternal medicine, and contraceptives – plunged in three counties last year, largely
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
New research shows declining access to essential SRH medicines in Kenya, with sharp drops and chronic stockouts in public facilities. In Zambia, modest gains are offset by ongoing shortages of STI and HIV commodities. 💊 ⚠️ Urgent financing is needed to protect access to care. 💰
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Alarming fall in access to SRH supplies in Kenya - Health Action International
New research from the SHARP Project has revealed a troubling drop in the availability of essential SRH supplies in rural Kenya.
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
At the ACCISS Regional Meeting in Zanzibar, partners reflected on how evidence drives change. Insights from Mali highlighted how data reveals barriers to diabetes care and informs policies to overcome them. Because access to insulin should not depend on where you live. #DiabetesCare
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Stéphane Besançon @stephbesancon.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Alongside the Government of #Tanzania, @hai-org.bsky.social , the ACCISS project & the Tanzanian Diabetes Association, we're proud to be partners of the Africa ACCISS regional meeting. 15 countries are coming together to strengthen collaboration & sustainable access to #diabetes care
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
“The only good snake is a dead snake.” ❌ Myth and a dangerous one. This #WorldNTDDay, herpetologist Hendrik Hinkel shares 5 key facts from his work in Rwanda to prevent snakebite, protect lives, and promote coexistence. Fear ≠ safety. Knowledge saves lives. 🐍💚 #SnakebitePrevention
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Ellen 't Hoen @ellenthoen.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Just out: our overview of over two decades of the use of TRIPS flexibilities to access medicines in BMJ Global Health gh.bmj.com/content/11/1...
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TRIPS flexibilities help change policy and practice to increase access to medicines: evidence from 2001 to 2024
Introduction Millions of people lack access to safe and effective pharmaceuticals because they are unaffordable or unavailable, particularly in ‘developing’ and ‘least-developed’ countries (DCs, LDCs)...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Drawing from existing research & lessons learned on factors both helping & hindering the use of TRIPS flexibilities, our briefing paper lays out strategies for governments & civil society to ensure these policy tools are used effectively to achieve public health goals. haiweb.org/publication/...
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Implementing TRIPS Flexibilities - Briefing Paper - Health Action International
TRIPS flexibilities can play a key role in ensuring global and equitable access to medical countermeasures
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Wemos @wemos.org · 20/01/2026
📢 Maak #geengeheim van mijn medicijn. Laxmi nam deel aan het Burgerplatform Dure Geneesmiddelen. In deze video spreekt zij zich uit voor meer transparantie bij farmaceuten. Zij ondertekende onze open brief aan de regering en Tweede Kamer. Doe jij dat ook? Ga naar: www.wemos.org/geengeheim
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Maak geen geheim van mijn medicijn - Burgerplatform Dure Geneesmiddelen
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Interested in #healthadvocacy, activism or #publichealth outcomes of the medicine market? Gathering expertise from our global network, this free online resource explores the world of medicines, its challenges and controversies. Find out more: haiweb.org/politics-of-...
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Wemos @wemos.org · 13/01/2026
📢 Maak #geengeheim van mijn medicijn. Prijzen van nieuwe medicijnen zijn vaak extreem hoog, zonder dat duidelijk is waarom. @patientenfederatie.bsky.social ondertekende de open brief voor meer transparantie in de farmaceutische sector. Jij ook? Ga naar: www.wemos.org/geengeheim
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Maak geen geheim van mijn medicijn - Patiëntenfederatie Nederland
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
The findings of a report into #UHC and #diabetes care reveal a crucial gap: even when countries have #NCD or diabetes programmes in place this does not always translate into access—especially at the primary healthcare level. 🔗 Read the full report to find out more: haiweb.org/publication/...
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Diabetes and UHC: Country Case Studies - Health Action International
The findings for country surveys looking at diabetes and UHC in 8 countries in various geographic regions and income groups.
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Our comic Safiya’s 8 Secrets continues to prove that education is an effective tool to reduce snakebite. We recently shared it with students at GS Kivusha in rural Rwanda, teaching practical, life-saving snakebite prevention and response they can carry into their communities. #snakebtieprevention
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Drawing from existing research & lessons learned on factors both helping & hindering the use of TRIPS flexibilities, our briefing paper lays out strategies for governments & civil society to ensure these policy tools are used effectively to achieve public health goals. 👉 haiweb.org/publication/...
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Implementing TRIPS Flexibilities - Briefing Paper - Health Action International
TRIPS flexibilities can play a key role in ensuring global and equitable access to medical countermeasures
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
When people delay care due to unaffordable #HealthCosts, they risk longer-term or more serious illness. People are less productive, and demand for long-term care or welfare support goes up. 👉 This #UHCDay, we call on leaders to invest in #UHC to protect the right to health.
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Despite clear rules on the prohibition of direct pharmaceutical marketing in the EU, recent research shows a worrying trend: a significant amount of pharma-related content online is bending, stretching, or outright breaking advertising rules. ➡️Read more in our second mini blog below.
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
The right to health is under threat. From the rollback of #SRHR to a lack of access to essential medicines, the denial of health rights affects people everywhere. Our mission is to ensure everyone can realise their right to health through equitable access to affordable healthcare. #HumanRightsDay
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
In a world powered by apps, algorithms and AI, 📱⚙️🤖, pharma marketing plays by very different rules. Curious why prescription medicines never pop up in your feed the way other products do? And what happens when old rules meet new tech? More about pharmaceutical promotion: haiweb.org/what-we-do/p...
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GHA EU @ghabrussels.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
People First in the #CriticalMedicinesAct. 11 CSOs call on MEPs to: strengthen joint procurement, guarantee public return on public investment, and alignment with global health commitments. Read our open letter to the European Parliament: tinyurl.com/globalhealth... #CriticalMedicinesAct
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11 CSOs call on the European Parliament to ensure equity and transparency in the Critical Medicines Act - Action Santé Mondiale
On the 24-25 November 2025, the 7th European Union (EU) and African Union (AU) Summit will take place, in Luanda (Angola). European civil society organisations working in global health have released a...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Use of #AI generated images in global health communications that perpetuate negative stereotypes is both disappointing and alarming. HAI has taken steps to ensure the images we use are equitable, accurate & counter stereotypes. We hope others will follow suit. Read more: haiweb.org/poverty-porn...
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Jaime Manzano @jaimemanzano.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Today, 11 CSO sent a letter to MEPs: the Critical Medicines Act must put people first. We urge them to strengthen joint procurement to improve affordability and availability, guarantee a public return on public investment, and align EU pharmaceutical policy with global health commitments.
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
In a new briefing paper, we lay out strategies for governments and civil society to ensure TRIPS flexibilities are used to their full potential to improve access to medicines and achieve public health goals. Download⬇️ the briefing paper: haiweb.org/publication/...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
The voices of young people are essential in the global response to HIV & AIDS. By giving adolescents a seat at the decision-making table, they can lead in transforming the AIDS response for the future. On #WorldAIDSDay & every day we stand with adolescents around the world in the fight to #EndAIDS.
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
TRIPS flexibilities are an essential tool for promoting global & equitable access to medicines. Don’t miss the opportunity to join the launch of a new briefing paper offering a practical action framework to support implementation of TRIPS flexibilities. Register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
#AI is transforming healthcare, but meaningful care still requires human understanding and trust. By asking the right questions, we can ensure AI strengthens healthcare, and doesn't replace the essential human aspect of treatment. 📄 Explore our latest resource: haiweb.org/publication/...
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Using AI in Healthcare: Questions for Healthcare Providers (English, French, Dutch) - Health Action International
By answering some simple questions, those using AI in healthcare settings can protect patients and their rights.
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
In a new blog, we examine the issue of using #AI generated "poverty porn" in global health, its implications, and what HAI is doing to ensure images used in communications campaigns are equitable, accurate and serve to counter stereotypes. Read the blog here: haiweb.org/poverty-porn...
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Poverty porn, AI & repeating mistakes of the past - Health Action International
Poverty porn is unethical, perpetuates negative stereotypes, and harms individuals and communities, so stop using it!
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
It’s World AMR Awareness Week! Find out more about the fight against antimicrobial resistance by visiting our collection of policy briefs, research papers, and actionable insights that guide evidence-based strategies and interventions. Explore the toolkit today: haiweb.org/what-we-do/a...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Join us on Friday 28 November for the launch of our new briefing paper setting up a practical action framework to support implementation of TRIPS flexibilities at domestic, regional and multilateral levels. 👉 Register now to be part of this important conversation: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
➡️We want to hear your stories of community-led and government programmes and initiatives that are changing the lives of people living with diabetes for the better. Share your story today using #DiabetesCare. Interested in Baktygul’s story?🎬Watch the full film at youtu.be/cwQ_Tf2awKk?...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Around the world, there are inspiring stories of programmes and approaches to #diabetes care and support shaped by individuals, communities and organisations. Share your stories now using #DiabetesCare. Need some inspiration? Watch the clip below, or visit the full film: youtu.be/cwQ_Tf2awKk?...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
We prescribe a healthy planet! 🩺🌎 Today, we virtually join the Global March for Health & Climate at #COP30 to show world leaders that health and climate justice go hand in hand, and that LIVING and LIVING WELL is a right for everyone! ✊🏽🚑🌳
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Wemos @wemos.org · 10/11/2025
💊💰🔎 What is needed to improve pharma market transparency? Some answers from our event with @hai-org.bsky.social at the European Parliament, co-hosted by MEPs Romana Jerković and @tillymetz.bsky.social: 🤝 More international collaboration 💪 Political will 📜 Binding obligations Let's make it happen!
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
This #DiabetesAwarenessMonth, we want to hear from you! Your experiences can inspire action & highlight what’s possible when diabetes care goes beyond access to #insulin. Share your stories using #DiabetesCare. Need some inspiration? Watch below, or visit: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwQ_...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
➡️Yesterday, the HAI Europe Association held its Annual General Assembly at the Amsterdam Law School, UvA, a moment of reflection, connection, and shared purpose. 🙏Grateful to all members for your support, insights and experiences that help shape the path forward for the access to medicines movement.
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Join us at the European Parliament on 4 November, where we—along with @wemos.org and MEPs Romana Jerković and @tillymetz.bsky.social—will host an event on what the #EU can do to increase #transparency in the pharmaceutical sector. Space is limited, so register now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
The Netherlands has long led on human rights and health, but that leadership is under pressure. At an election event in The Hague, Dutch political party candidates shared their vision for NL’s role in advancing global health & SRHR. 🎥 Watch the highlights here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YLW...
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Election event on the future of Dutch leadership in human rights and global health in The Hague
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
➡️In a debate ahead of upcoming elections, Dutch political party candidates this week shared their vision for the Netherlands’ role in global health, SRHR, and human rights. Political choices made here have a global impact. 🔗Visit the website for a full summary: haiweb.org/netherlands-...
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Wemos @wemos.org · 15/10/2025
💊💰🔎 What can the EU do to improve pharmaceutical transparency? Join our event with @hai-org.bsky.social at the European Parliament to discuss this critical issue. Co-hosted by MEPs Romana Jerković & @tillymetz.bsky.social. 📆 Date: 4 November, 13:00-15:00 CET ✍️ Register: forms.gle/1JhLqrNjeoe9...
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
🎭 Over 300 students from Jidereri & Musunji Primary Schools used poetry, skits & plays to spotlight snakebite prevention at #ISBAD2025 in Vihiga County. 🐍 Such events are proof that community education, government partnership, and strong advocacy work. 🎬 Impact documentary coming soon, stay tuned!
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
In a guest blog to make you think, Lizzie Otaye, communications expert and a key voice in the Supporting Healthy Adolescents and Rights Protection (SHARP) Project, reminds us that stories are not just content, they can be lifelines. Read the blog to find out how: haiweb.org/storytelling...
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Salud por Derecho @saludporderecho.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
Here is (in English) our joint statement, together with the @cancerleagues.bsky.social, the European Hematology Association, @hai-org.bsky.social and Médecins du Monde International Network.👇 saludporderecho.org/en/we-defend...
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We defend a fair and equitable hospital exemption in the European pharmaceutical reform
The European Union has been debating the new pharmaceutical reform for years, a package of regulatory changes that updates medicines legislation. In June this year, the Council of the EU
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Health Action International @hai-org.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Health Action International's expertise in global health policy, research, programme management and advocacy has propelled us for over 40 years to build a reputation as a reliable partner for change. Visit the website to find out more about our work, mission and approach: haiweb.org/publication/...
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Partners for Change - Health Action International
Global leaders with advanced expertise in public health policy, research, measuring price and availability of medicines, and advocacy.
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