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, Director 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 publicationsReaching universal health coverage: a political economy review of trends across 49 countries Informal payments in the public health sector in Guinea-Bissau Failing 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 Expert commentEmma SammanBusting four myths about Universal Health Coverage Dan SharpUK General Election 2019: putting sustainable development centre-stage Mairi 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 Watch past events04 December 2019Breaking harmful gender norms in health practices and systems 04 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 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
Busting four myths about Universal Health CoverageComment | 18 December 2019 | Emma SammanWhile there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach, all countries can move towards Universal Health Coverage – but opinions around it are often misinformed. Read and comment
Reaching universal health coverage: a political economy review of trends across 49 countriesWorking and discussion papers | December 2019 | Anthony McDonnell, Ana F. Urrutia and Emma SammanThis paper reviews expanded healthcare in 49 countries. Downloads
UK General Election 2019: putting sustainable development centre-stageComment | 6 December 2019 | Dan SharpThe key takeaways from what UK party manifestos have to say about development spending, climate, health and education, and human rights and equality. Read and comment
Breaking harmful gender norms in health practices and systemsPublic event | 4 December 2019 12:00 - 14:00 GMTIn collaboration with the Lancet, we discuss what research says about addressing harmful and restrictive gender norms to improve health outcomes? Find out more
Informal payments in the public health sector in Guinea-BissauWorking and discussion papers | October 2019 | Nichola KitsonInformal payments are widespread in the health sector in Guinea-Bissau. Why is this so, and how can the practice be curtailed and the causes dealt with? Downloads
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
