✊🌏 We have joined organisations from Malaysia, Europe and beyond in calling on the European Union to drop all TRIPS-plus proposals in the EU-Malaysia Free Trade Agreement. #MEUFTA 🔗 Read the full letter to the EU: tinyurl.com/44zyzvrv

A new study shows only half of clinical trial results are available on the EU's Clinical Trial Information System as required by law. We're calling on @ema.europa.eu to take action. In a policy brief we make recommendations for the EMA to follow as a matter of urgency. haiweb.org/half-of-all-...

Half of all clinical trials in Europe do not report results as required by law - Health Action International

A study published this week found that half of clinical trials in Europe did not have results available as required by law.

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From the #Mercosur Agreement to US tariffs, how the #EU navigates the ever-changing global trade landscape has implications for public health. In a new blog, we explore the possibilities and pitfalls for access to health technologies. Read the blog here: haiweb.org/from-mercosu...

The impacts of the #climatecrisis & #fossilfuels are far-reaching and are affecting wellbeing and health systems everywhere. They must be recognised across the spectrum of health topics being discussed at #WHA79 this year. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3PdJ3ow @gchalliance.bsky.social

Join us to discuss how civil society can help unlock the full potential of TRIPS flexibilities. This webinar brings together leading experts to share research, real-world experiences & strategies, and explore how CSOs can strengthen collaboration. Register now: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Here the summary of this ask and transparency action we did we @publiccitizen.bsky.social and @hai-org.bsky.social saludporderecho.org/en/mpox-and-...

Mpox and global access facing the same persistent barriers

This joint initiative by Salud por Derecho, Health Action International (HAI), and Public Citizen raises serious concerns about the lack of transparency and access safeguards in the European Commissio...

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In a statement on behalf of HAI, @publiccitizen.bsky.social & @saludporderecho.bsky.social to 6th IGWG meeting on the #PandemicAgreement, we warned that a vague text with no binding obligations, workable schemes or enforceable commitments cannot be considered a success: haiweb.org/media-resour...

Statement to the 6th IGWG on WHO Pandemic Agreement - Health Action International

This statement to the 6th meeting of the IGWG on WHO Pandemic Agreement was delivered on behalf of HAI, Salud por Derecho  and Public Citizen

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Our latest research shows adolescents in Kenya face a paradoxical scenario in which an ⬆️ in formally accredited “youth-friendly” facilities goes hand-in-hand with a ⬇️in the willingness of staff to serve them. Read the findings to understand what this means for #SRHR : haiweb.org/publication/...

How often has Indonesia used compulsory licensing? What is patent evergreening? Where is the legal basis for compulsory licences in Ireland? Explore the Flexibilities Navigator—a living resource on TRIPS flexibilities & access to medicines. 🔎 flexibilitiesnavigator.org/Welcome

🚨 New research finds post-#USAID stockouts have driven a steep drop in access to #HIV treatment, maternal medicines & contraception in 3 Kenyan counties—while Zambia shows modest gains where domestic financing increased. ✍️ @kerrycullinan.bsky.social @hai-org.bsky.social @ec.europa.eu 📖⬇️ & 🔁🙏

Post-USAID, Kenyans’ Access To HIV And Maternal Medicine And Contraceptives Plunges - Health Policy Watch

Kenyans’ access to a range of health products – including HIV treatment, maternal medicine, and contraceptives – plunged in three counties last year, largely

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New research shows declining access to essential SRH medicines in Kenya, with sharp drops and chronic stockouts in public facilities. In Zambia, modest gains are offset by ongoing shortages of STI and HIV commodities. 💊 ⚠️ Urgent financing is needed to protect access to care. 💰

Alarming fall in access to SRH supplies in Kenya - Health Action International

New research from the SHARP Project has revealed a troubling drop in the availability of essential SRH supplies in rural Kenya.

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At the ACCISS Regional Meeting in Zanzibar, partners reflected on how evidence drives change. Insights from Mali highlighted how data reveals barriers to diabetes care and informs policies to overcome them. Because access to insulin should not depend on where you live. #DiabetesCare

Alongside the Government of #Tanzania, @hai-org.bsky.social , the ACCISS project & the Tanzanian Diabetes Association, we're proud to be partners of the Africa ACCISS regional meeting. 15 countries are coming together to strengthen collaboration & sustainable access to #diabetes care

“The only good snake is a dead snake.” ❌ Myth and a dangerous one. This #WorldNTDDay, herpetologist Hendrik Hinkel shares 5 key facts from his work in Rwanda to prevent snakebite, protect lives, and promote coexistence. Fear ≠ safety. Knowledge saves lives. 🐍💚 #SnakebitePrevention

Just out: our overview of over two decades of the use of TRIPS flexibilities to access medicines in BMJ Global Health gh.bmj.com/content/11/1...

TRIPS flexibilities help change policy and practice to increase access to medicines: evidence from 2001 to 2024

Introduction Millions of people lack access to safe and effective pharmaceuticals because they are unaffordable or unavailable, particularly in ‘developing’ and ‘least-developed’ countries (DCs, LDCs)...

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Drawing from existing research & lessons learned on factors both helping & hindering the use of TRIPS flexibilities, our briefing paper lays out strategies for governments & civil society to ensure these policy tools are used effectively to achieve public health goals. haiweb.org/publication/...

Implementing TRIPS Flexibilities - Briefing Paper - Health Action International

TRIPS flexibilities can play a key role in ensuring global and equitable access to medical countermeasures

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📢 Maak #geengeheim van mijn medicijn. Laxmi nam deel aan het Burgerplatform Dure Geneesmiddelen. In deze video spreekt zij zich uit voor meer transparantie bij farmaceuten. Zij ondertekende onze open brief aan de regering en Tweede Kamer. Doe jij dat ook? Ga naar: www.wemos.org/geengeheim

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Interested in #healthadvocacy, activism or #publichealth outcomes of the medicine market? Gathering expertise from our global network, this free online resource explores the world of medicines, its challenges and controversies. Find out more: haiweb.org/politics-of-...

📢 Maak #geengeheim van mijn medicijn. Prijzen van nieuwe medicijnen zijn vaak extreem hoog, zonder dat duidelijk is waarom. @patientenfederatie.bsky.social ondertekende de open brief voor meer transparantie in de farmaceutische sector. Jij ook? Ga naar: www.wemos.org/geengeheim

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The findings of a report into #UHC and #diabetes care reveal a crucial gap: even when countries have #NCD or diabetes programmes in place this does not always translate into access—especially at the primary healthcare level. 🔗 Read the full report to find out more: haiweb.org/publication/...

Diabetes and UHC: Country Case Studies - Health Action International

The findings for country surveys looking at diabetes and UHC in 8 countries in various geographic regions and income groups.

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Our comic Safiya’s 8 Secrets continues to prove that education is an effective tool to reduce snakebite. We recently shared it with students at GS Kivusha in rural Rwanda, teaching practical, life-saving snakebite prevention and response they can carry into their communities. #snakebtieprevention

Drawing from existing research & lessons learned on factors both helping & hindering the use of TRIPS flexibilities, our briefing paper lays out strategies for governments & civil society to ensure these policy tools are used effectively to achieve public health goals. 👉 haiweb.org/publication/...

Implementing TRIPS Flexibilities - Briefing Paper - Health Action International

TRIPS flexibilities can play a key role in ensuring global and equitable access to medical countermeasures

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When people delay care due to unaffordable #HealthCosts, they risk longer-term or more serious illness. People are less productive, and demand for long-term care or welfare support goes up. 👉 This #UHCDay, we call on leaders to invest in #UHC to protect the right to health.

Despite clear rules on the prohibition of direct pharmaceutical marketing in the EU, recent research shows a worrying trend: a significant amount of pharma-related content online is bending, stretching, or outright breaking advertising rules. ➡️Read more in our second mini blog below.

The right to health is under threat. From the rollback of #SRHR to a lack of access to essential medicines, the denial of health rights affects people everywhere. Our mission is to ensure everyone can realise their right to health through equitable access to affordable healthcare. #HumanRightsDay

In a world powered by apps, algorithms and AI, 📱⚙️🤖, pharma marketing plays by very different rules. Curious why prescription medicines never pop up in your feed the way other products do? And what happens when old rules meet new tech? More about pharmaceutical promotion: haiweb.org/what-we-do/p...

People First in the #CriticalMedicinesAct. 11 CSOs call on MEPs to: strengthen joint procurement, guarantee public return on public investment, and alignment with global health commitments. Read our open letter to the European Parliament: tinyurl.com/globalhealth... #CriticalMedicinesAct

11 CSOs call on the European Parliament to ensure equity and transparency in the Critical Medicines Act - Action Santé Mondiale

On the 24-25 November 2025, the 7th European Union (EU) and African Union (AU) Summit will take place, in Luanda (Angola). European civil society organisations working in global health have released a...

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Use of #AI generated images in global health communications that perpetuate negative stereotypes is both disappointing and alarming. HAI has taken steps to ensure the images we use are equitable, accurate & counter stereotypes. We hope others will follow suit. Read more: haiweb.org/poverty-porn...

Today, 11 CSO sent a letter to MEPs: the Critical Medicines Act must put people first. We urge them to strengthen joint procurement to improve affordability and availability, guarantee a public return on public investment, and align EU pharmaceutical policy with global health commitments.

In a new briefing paper, we lay out strategies for governments and civil society to ensure TRIPS flexibilities are used to their full potential to improve access to medicines and achieve public health goals. Download⬇️ the briefing paper: haiweb.org/publication/...