Innovating for the health of all, 2009 annual meeting of the Global Forum for Health Research

Havana, Cuba
November 16-20, 2009

In November 2009, scholars, industry professionals, and civil society organisations convened in Havana, Cuba, to examine issues related to health research. Dr. Arul Chib, Assistant Director of the Singapore Internet Research Centre, contributed to a robust Global Cafe discussion on Innovation for Remote Populations. The lively debate centred on the topics of mHealth and mobile health delivery innovations to reach remote populations and empower remote populations to engage with the broader world. The aim of the session was to develop recommendations to improve information sharing among practitioners and policy makers to scale up the best ideas.

Give Hope this Christmas

As the season of Christmas and the New Year fast approaches, it’s an opportune time for us to take a moment to reflect on the events of the year 2009.

Just a few months ago, South East Asia (particularly the Philippines, Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos) was hit by an unprecedented series of typhoons which destroyed lives, and ravaged homes. Amidst this calamity, the survivors have demonstrated resilience and faith in picking up the pieces and moving on.

We pray that the relief efforts continue to reach those who are still in need, and that they will have the strength to rise above life’s adversities.

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By admin in Archived E-Newsletter on March 5, 2011