Policy & Systems

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WHO Africa Calls for Greater Blood Donation as Critical Shortages Persist Across Region

WHO Africa launches 2026 World Blood Donor Day campaign highlighting critical blood shortages across the continent that threaten emergency care…

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Indigenous-led health research essential for reconciliation in Canada

Canadian researchers emphasize the need for Indigenous-led health research approaches to advance reconciliation and address persistent health disparities. The commentary…

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