Weightlifting to Tackle Mental Illness in the Northern Region

Mental health challenges continue to prevail at an alarming rate in post-war Northern Uganda, a circumstance that has been further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has amplified stress levels due to acute financial constraints and widespread unemployment. Despite these challenges, efforts to manage the rising mental health burden are hindered by a lack…

A Global Call for Equitable Preparedness: stopping epidemics before they become pandemics

In a collaborative effort spanning across continents, experts and researchers worldwide have united in a compelling plea for a new paradigm to enhance the global capability to swiftly research, develop, and manufacture critical tools such as diagnostics, vaccines, and treatments for combating epidemics. Their collective voice resonates as the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body convenes to address…