Providing innovative and interdisciplinary commentary and analysis on current health challenges.Subnational investment in human capital: poorest regions left behindNew research based on 82 of the poorest countries reveals subnational spending on education and health isn't reaching those most in need. ReportInfographics The hidden costs of ill-healthNew reserach reveals the full economic cost of ill-health in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.Reports Shocks, stresses and universal health coverageAchieving universal health coverage is key to ensuring sustainable and resilient lives for all. Beating the superbugs: the role of politics in antibiotic resistance The 'antibiotic apocalypse' is not inevitable, if we're politically smart. Mental health and psychosocial wellbeing of children and young people in Viet NamExploring the mental health of children and young people in Viet Nam and the policies and provisions currently in place. Public financial management and health services deliveryExploring the link between public finance management and better healthcare outcomes. 'I prefer to stay silent'A mixed methods research study that explores the psychosocial and mental health challenges facing Gazan adolescents. Pathways to progress in health: lessons from top performersWatch the launch of four case studies exploring progress in improving health systems and access to services. The rising cost of a healthy dietAs processed foods get cheaper and obesity levels rise, this report examines how some governments are trying to reverse this trend. Pathways to progress in healthMortality rates are falling and quality of life is improving for many. Watch the animation that explores how, where and why? Our experts Caroline Harper Principal Research Fellow, Head of Programme – Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Anne Buffardi Senior Research Fellow Tim Kelsall Senior Research Fellow Fiona Samuels Senior Research Fellow Sierd Hadley Research Fellow Tom Hart Research Fellow Maria Ana Jalles d'Orey Senior Research Officer Virginie Le Masson Research Associate Katy Harris Communications Manager Latest publicationsFailing to reach the poorest: subnational financing inequalities and health and education outcomes Adolescents in Jordan: health, nutrition and WASH Sexual health and economic empowerment of young women and girls in Cuba: exploring the role of social norms Gender norms, health and well-being Adolescent health, nutrition and sexual and reproductive health in Ethiopia Subnational investment in human capital Social protection and adolescent capabilities: what does a gender norms lens add to the debate? Assessing the cost of ill-health: two case studies The role of National Immunisation Technical Advisory Groups in evidence-informed decision-making Life under the Taliban shadow government Expert commentMairi DuparIPCC’s Climate Change and Land report: how we can shape a healthier planet Mark MillerPublic finance and development: nine things to read in June Nicola JonesHow next week’s Global Disability Summit can deliver for adolescents Fiona SamuelsGiving back choice: the Irish Referendum, the Gag Rule and the future for women’s and girls’ rights Marcus ManuelHealth and education: the link between DFID’s aid allocation and a country’s ability to pay Tim KelsallBeating the superbugs: the role of politics in antibiotic resistance Alex ThierTrump’s proposed aid cuts: the view from Uganda Lisa DenneyTrump’s global gag rule means more women and girls will die Jessica MackenzieFour myths about mental health in development Helen Parker, Beatrice MoselloPoor water management threatens Ethiopia’s decade of growth Watch past events04 June 2019Leaving no women and girls behind 17 August 2017Frontline stories: risks faced by health workers 29 March 2017A new approach to assessing ‘leave no one behind’ 19 May 2016Mental health: the world's forgotten crisis 10 May 2016Middle East in crisis: how the world should respond 18 September 2015Strengthening maternal and child health in Asia 16 May 2013Turning numbers into nurses: enhancing government spending on the MDGs 02 April 2013The impact of discriminatory social norms on adolescent girls 25 February 2013Response analysis and response choice in food security crises: a roadmap 12 October 2012World Bank annual meeting Japan: CSO panel discussion achieving better health outcomes through investments in social accountability In the newsDFID puts £220m into fighting NTDs HORN OF AFRICA: Drought and HIV - a dangerous combination Where domestic smoke and gender are killers Anne Mills—nurturing a generation of health economists Saving the lives of African children by waiving health care payments HIV, the silent partner in emergencies
Failing to reach the poorest: subnational financing inequalities and health and education outcomesResearch reports and studies | September 2019 | Amy Dodd, Marcus Manuel, Zach ChristensenThis report assesses how well subnational financing targets the worst health and education outcomes in all 82 low- and middle-income countries. Downloads
IPCC’s Climate Change and Land report: how we can shape a healthier planetComment | 9 August 2019 | Mairi DuparThe IPCC's new report reveals a broken relationship between people and food, but our own shopping choices and government support can help to repair this. Read and comment
Adolescents in Jordan: health, nutrition and WASHBriefing papers | July 2019 | Elizabeth Presler-Marshall, Nicola Jones, Sarah Baird with Agnieszka MalachowskaThis policy brief analyses adolescents' access to health, nutrition, hygiene and sanitation related information, services and supplies in Jordan. Downloads
Sexual health and economic empowerment of young women and girls in Cuba: exploring the role of social normsWorking and discussion papers | July 2019 | Carmen Leon-Himmelstine and Lucia Rost with Fiona Samuels and Maria StavropoulouThis paper brings together evidence on the links between social norms and sexual and reproductive health as well as women’s economic empowerment. Downloads
Public finance and development: nine things to read in JuneInsight | 28 June 2019 | Mark MillerHow PFM reforms can improve health services; progress on open contracting; debt dynamics in Africa; a balance sheet approach to fiscal analysis, and more. Read and comment
Leaving no women and girls behindPublic event | 4 June 2019 10:30 - 11:30 GMT - 7A panel discussion on the barriers women and girls face accessing sexual and reproductive health information and services and how to overcome them. Find out more
Gender norms, health and well-being Toolkits | May 2019 | Maria StavropoulouThis thematic guide focuses on adolescence as a critical stage of life when many behaviours that will impact adult health and well-being are consolidated. Downloads
Adolescent health, nutrition and sexual and reproductive health in EthiopiaResearch reports and studies | May 2019 | Nicola Jones, Elizabeth Presler-Marshall, Sarah Baird, Joan Hicks, Nardos Chuta and Kiya GezahegneAdolescents’ perceptions of their health, nutrition and sexual and reproductive health, and experiences of accessing related services. Downloads
Subnational investment in human capitalResearch reports and studies | April 2019 | Marcus Manuel, Dan Coppard, Amy Dodd, Harsh Desai, Richard Watts, Zach Christensen and Stephanie ManeaThis report finds that more can be done to target investment in human capital that both builds peoples’ wellbeing and boosts their economic potential. Downloads
