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Abitew, Dereje Birhanu
- You have accessMaternal mental health in Amhara region, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional surveyJoy Noel Baumgartner, Angela Parcesepe, Yared Getachew Mekuria, Dereje Birhanu Abitew, Wondimu Gebeyehu, Francis Okello and Dominick ShattuckGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):482-486; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00119
Poor mental health, including suicidal thoughts, affects a substantial proportion of surveyed women who are up to 2 years postpartum in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Opportunities for integrating basic psychosocial mental health services into maternal and child health services should be explored.
Akol, Angela
- You have accessGetting closer to people: family planning provision by drug shops in UgandaAngela Akol, Dawn Chin-Quee, Patricia Wamala-Mucheri, Jane Harriet Namwebya, Sarah Jilani Mercer and John StanbackGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):472-481; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00085
Private drug shops can effectively provide contraceptive methods, especially injectables, complementing government services. Most drug shop clients in 4 peri-urban areas of Uganda were continuing users of DMPA; had switched from other providers, mainly government clinics, because the drug shops had fewer stock-outs and were more convenient (closer location, shorter waiting time, more flexible hours); and were satisfied with the quality of services. The drug shops provided a substantial part of the total market share for family planning services in their areas.
Anthony, John
- You have accessStrengthening government management capacity to scale up HIV prevention programs through the use of Technical Support Units: lessons from Karnataka state, IndiaSema K Sgaier, John Anthony, Parinita Bhattacharjee, James Baer, Vidyacharan Malve, Aparajita Bhalla and Vijaykumar S HugarGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):444-458; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00141
A Technical Support Unit of managerial and technical experts, embedded in but distinct from the government, provided support in 5 key areas: strategic planning; monitoring and evaluation; supportive supervision; training; and information, education, and communication. This model likely contributed to effective and rapid scale up of Karnataka state's HIV prevention program. A clear mandate, close collaboration, and well-defined roles were keys to success.
Arcara, Jennet
- You have accessPolicy and programmatic considerations for introducing a longer-acting injectable contraceptive: perspectives of stakeholders from Kenya and RwandaKevin McKenna, Jennet Arcara, Kate H Rademacher, Caroline Mackenzie, Fidele Ngabo, Emmanuel Munyambanza, Jennifer Wesson and Elizabeth E TolleyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):459-471; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00106
Unique attributes of a longer-acting injectable would likely appeal to both existing injectable users and new clients, both for spacing and for limiting births, and allow health systems to operate more efficiently. Considerations for enhancing successful introduction of this potential new method include keeping the cost low, expanding access through community-based distribution, and training providers to improve practices about injectables in general.
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Babalola, Stella
- You have accessUsing behavior change communication to lead a comprehensive family planning program: the Nigerian Urban Reproductive Health InitiativeSusan Krenn, Lisa Cobb, Stella Babalola, Mojisola Odeku and Bola KusemijuGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):427-443; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00009
Greater exposure to a comprehensive family planning program in urban Nigeria that emphasized demand generation and communication theory was associated with improved ideation among women (their beliefs, ideas, and feelings about family planning), and more positive ideation was associated with greater contraceptive use, especially among the poor. Improving providers' knowledge, attitudes, and skills was also key. By the end of the observation period, outreach through mobile service delivery contributed nearly one-half of the project clinics' family planning services.
Baer, James
- You have accessStrengthening government management capacity to scale up HIV prevention programs through the use of Technical Support Units: lessons from Karnataka state, IndiaSema K Sgaier, John Anthony, Parinita Bhattacharjee, James Baer, Vidyacharan Malve, Aparajita Bhalla and Vijaykumar S HugarGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):444-458; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00141
A Technical Support Unit of managerial and technical experts, embedded in but distinct from the government, provided support in 5 key areas: strategic planning; monitoring and evaluation; supportive supervision; training; and information, education, and communication. This model likely contributed to effective and rapid scale up of Karnataka state's HIV prevention program. A clear mandate, close collaboration, and well-defined roles were keys to success.
Barbiero, Victor K
- You have accessIt's not Ebola … it's the systemsVictor K BarbieroGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):374-375; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00186
The 2014 Ebola outbreak in West Africa demonstrates key deficiencies in investment in health systems. Despite some modest investment in health systems, our field has instead largely chosen to pursue shorter-term, vertical efforts to more rapidly address key global health issues such as smallpox, polio, malaria, and HIV/AIDS. While those efforts have yielded substantial benefits, we have paid a price for the lack of investments in general systems strengthening. The Ebola deaths we have seen represent a small portion of deaths from many other causes resulting from weak systems. Major systems strengthening including crucial nonclinical elements will not happen overnight but should proceed in a prioritized, systematic way.
Baumgartner, Joy Noel
- You have accessMaternal mental health in Amhara region, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional surveyJoy Noel Baumgartner, Angela Parcesepe, Yared Getachew Mekuria, Dereje Birhanu Abitew, Wondimu Gebeyehu, Francis Okello and Dominick ShattuckGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):482-486; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00119
Poor mental health, including suicidal thoughts, affects a substantial proportion of surveyed women who are up to 2 years postpartum in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Opportunities for integrating basic psychosocial mental health services into maternal and child health services should be explored.
Bhalla, Aparajita
- You have accessStrengthening government management capacity to scale up HIV prevention programs through the use of Technical Support Units: lessons from Karnataka state, IndiaSema K Sgaier, John Anthony, Parinita Bhattacharjee, James Baer, Vidyacharan Malve, Aparajita Bhalla and Vijaykumar S HugarGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):444-458; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00141
A Technical Support Unit of managerial and technical experts, embedded in but distinct from the government, provided support in 5 key areas: strategic planning; monitoring and evaluation; supportive supervision; training; and information, education, and communication. This model likely contributed to effective and rapid scale up of Karnataka state's HIV prevention program. A clear mandate, close collaboration, and well-defined roles were keys to success.
Bhattacharjee, Parinita
- You have accessStrengthening government management capacity to scale up HIV prevention programs through the use of Technical Support Units: lessons from Karnataka state, IndiaSema K Sgaier, John Anthony, Parinita Bhattacharjee, James Baer, Vidyacharan Malve, Aparajita Bhalla and Vijaykumar S HugarGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):444-458; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00141
A Technical Support Unit of managerial and technical experts, embedded in but distinct from the government, provided support in 5 key areas: strategic planning; monitoring and evaluation; supportive supervision; training; and information, education, and communication. This model likely contributed to effective and rapid scale up of Karnataka state's HIV prevention program. A clear mandate, close collaboration, and well-defined roles were keys to success.
Bornbusch, Alan
- You have accessA stewardship approach to shaping the future of public health supply chain systemsAlan Bornbusch, Todd Dickens, Carolyn Hart and Chris WrightGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):403-409; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00123
Guiding Principles: (1) Governments should see themselves as stewards of supply chains, providing vision, guidance, and oversight, not necessarily as operators of supply chains. (2) Governments should not be afraid to leverage the multiple supply chain actors and diverse options available; these can be woven into a coherent, integrated system, providing flexibility and reducing risk. (3) Governments will need new skills in leadership, regulation, market research, contract design, oversight of outsourced providers, financial analysis, and alliance-building.
Burn, Robert
- You have accessStrategies to reduce risks in ARV supply chains in the developing worldChris Larson, Robert Burn, Anja Minnick-Sakal, Meaghan O'Keefe Douglas and Joel KuritskyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):395-402; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00105
Key strategies of the main ARV procurement program for PEPFAR to reduce supply chain risks include: (1) employing pooled procurement to reduce procurement and shipping costs and to accommodate changing country needs by making stock adjustments at the regional level, and (2) establishing regional distribution centers to facilitate faster turnaround of orders within defined catchment areas.
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Calhoun, Lisa
- You have accessDemand generation activities and modern contraceptive use in urban areas of four countries: a longitudinal evaluationIlene S Speizer, Meghan Corroon, Lisa Calhoun, Peter Lance, Livia Montana, Priya Nanda and David GuilkeyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):410-426; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00109
Demand generation activities that were significantly associated with increased use of modern contraception in India (Uttar Pradesh), Kenya, Nigeria, and Senegal included: (1) community outreach activities, such as home visits and group discussions about family planning; (2) local radio programs; and (3) branded slogans and print materials circulated widely across the city. Television programming was also significant in India and Nigeria. Exposure to more activities may increase women's likelihood of using contraception.
Chin-Quee, Dawn
- You have accessGetting closer to people: family planning provision by drug shops in UgandaAngela Akol, Dawn Chin-Quee, Patricia Wamala-Mucheri, Jane Harriet Namwebya, Sarah Jilani Mercer and John StanbackGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):472-481; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00085
Private drug shops can effectively provide contraceptive methods, especially injectables, complementing government services. Most drug shop clients in 4 peri-urban areas of Uganda were continuing users of DMPA; had switched from other providers, mainly government clinics, because the drug shops had fewer stock-outs and were more convenient (closer location, shorter waiting time, more flexible hours); and were satisfied with the quality of services. The drug shops provided a substantial part of the total market share for family planning services in their areas.
Cobb, Lisa
- You have accessUsing behavior change communication to lead a comprehensive family planning program: the Nigerian Urban Reproductive Health InitiativeSusan Krenn, Lisa Cobb, Stella Babalola, Mojisola Odeku and Bola KusemijuGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):427-443; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00009
Greater exposure to a comprehensive family planning program in urban Nigeria that emphasized demand generation and communication theory was associated with improved ideation among women (their beliefs, ideas, and feelings about family planning), and more positive ideation was associated with greater contraceptive use, especially among the poor. Improving providers' knowledge, attitudes, and skills was also key. By the end of the observation period, outreach through mobile service delivery contributed nearly one-half of the project clinics' family planning services.
Corroon, Meghan
- You have accessDemand generation activities and modern contraceptive use in urban areas of four countries: a longitudinal evaluationIlene S Speizer, Meghan Corroon, Lisa Calhoun, Peter Lance, Livia Montana, Priya Nanda and David GuilkeyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):410-426; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00109
Demand generation activities that were significantly associated with increased use of modern contraception in India (Uttar Pradesh), Kenya, Nigeria, and Senegal included: (1) community outreach activities, such as home visits and group discussions about family planning; (2) local radio programs; and (3) branded slogans and print materials circulated widely across the city. Television programming was also significant in India and Nigeria. Exposure to more activities may increase women's likelihood of using contraception.
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Dickens, Todd
- You have accessA stewardship approach to shaping the future of public health supply chain systemsAlan Bornbusch, Todd Dickens, Carolyn Hart and Chris WrightGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):403-409; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00123
Guiding Principles: (1) Governments should see themselves as stewards of supply chains, providing vision, guidance, and oversight, not necessarily as operators of supply chains. (2) Governments should not be afraid to leverage the multiple supply chain actors and diverse options available; these can be woven into a coherent, integrated system, providing flexibility and reducing risk. (3) Governments will need new skills in leadership, regulation, market research, contract design, oversight of outsourced providers, financial analysis, and alliance-building.
Douglas, Meaghan O'Keefe
- You have accessStrategies to reduce risks in ARV supply chains in the developing worldChris Larson, Robert Burn, Anja Minnick-Sakal, Meaghan O'Keefe Douglas and Joel KuritskyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):395-402; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00105
Key strategies of the main ARV procurement program for PEPFAR to reduce supply chain risks include: (1) employing pooled procurement to reduce procurement and shipping costs and to accommodate changing country needs by making stock adjustments at the regional level, and (2) establishing regional distribution centers to facilitate faster turnaround of orders within defined catchment areas.
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Fields, Rebecca
- You have accessThe future of routine immunization in the developing world: challenges and opportunitiesAngela K Shen, Rebecca Fields and Mike McQuestionGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):381-394; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00137
Vaccine costs in the developing world have grown from < US$1/child in 2001 to about $21 for boys and $35 for girls in 2014, as more and costlier vaccines are being introduced into national immunization programs. To address these and other challenges, additional efforts are needed to strengthen 8 critical components of routine immunization: (1) policy, standards, and guidelines; (2) governance, organization, and management; (3) human resources; (4) vaccine, cold chain, and logistics management; (5) service delivery; (6) communication and community partnerships; (7) data generation and use; and (8) sustainable financing.
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Gebeyehu, Wondimu
- You have accessMaternal mental health in Amhara region, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional surveyJoy Noel Baumgartner, Angela Parcesepe, Yared Getachew Mekuria, Dereje Birhanu Abitew, Wondimu Gebeyehu, Francis Okello and Dominick ShattuckGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):482-486; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00119
Poor mental health, including suicidal thoughts, affects a substantial proportion of surveyed women who are up to 2 years postpartum in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Opportunities for integrating basic psychosocial mental health services into maternal and child health services should be explored.
Guilkey, David
- You have accessDemand generation activities and modern contraceptive use in urban areas of four countries: a longitudinal evaluationIlene S Speizer, Meghan Corroon, Lisa Calhoun, Peter Lance, Livia Montana, Priya Nanda and David GuilkeyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):410-426; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00109
Demand generation activities that were significantly associated with increased use of modern contraception in India (Uttar Pradesh), Kenya, Nigeria, and Senegal included: (1) community outreach activities, such as home visits and group discussions about family planning; (2) local radio programs; and (3) branded slogans and print materials circulated widely across the city. Television programming was also significant in India and Nigeria. Exposure to more activities may increase women's likelihood of using contraception.
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Hart, Carolyn
- You have accessA stewardship approach to shaping the future of public health supply chain systemsAlan Bornbusch, Todd Dickens, Carolyn Hart and Chris WrightGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):403-409; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00123
Guiding Principles: (1) Governments should see themselves as stewards of supply chains, providing vision, guidance, and oversight, not necessarily as operators of supply chains. (2) Governments should not be afraid to leverage the multiple supply chain actors and diverse options available; these can be woven into a coherent, integrated system, providing flexibility and reducing risk. (3) Governments will need new skills in leadership, regulation, market research, contract design, oversight of outsourced providers, financial analysis, and alliance-building.
Hodgins, Stephen
- You have accessCaution on corticosteroids for preterm delivery: learning from misstepsStephen HodginsGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):371-373; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00197
An important new study in lower-level health facilities in low- and middle-income countries found an increased risk of neonatal deaths with corticosteroid use in pregnant women with imminent preterm birth, in contrast with the positive results previously found in high-income countries. The surprising finding demonstrates that context matters. The increase appears largely due to steroids administered in cases that were not actually preterm, probably due to inaccurate pregnancy dating and challenges with diagnostic capacity. Promoting public health often requires decisions based on less-than-perfect evidence, but we must be vigilant about gathering and assessing new evidence and ready to change strategies.
Hugar, Vijaykumar S
- You have accessStrengthening government management capacity to scale up HIV prevention programs through the use of Technical Support Units: lessons from Karnataka state, IndiaSema K Sgaier, John Anthony, Parinita Bhattacharjee, James Baer, Vidyacharan Malve, Aparajita Bhalla and Vijaykumar S HugarGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):444-458; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00141
A Technical Support Unit of managerial and technical experts, embedded in but distinct from the government, provided support in 5 key areas: strategic planning; monitoring and evaluation; supportive supervision; training; and information, education, and communication. This model likely contributed to effective and rapid scale up of Karnataka state's HIV prevention program. A clear mandate, close collaboration, and well-defined roles were keys to success.
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Krenn, Susan
- You have accessUsing behavior change communication to lead a comprehensive family planning program: the Nigerian Urban Reproductive Health InitiativeSusan Krenn, Lisa Cobb, Stella Babalola, Mojisola Odeku and Bola KusemijuGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):427-443; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00009
Greater exposure to a comprehensive family planning program in urban Nigeria that emphasized demand generation and communication theory was associated with improved ideation among women (their beliefs, ideas, and feelings about family planning), and more positive ideation was associated with greater contraceptive use, especially among the poor. Improving providers' knowledge, attitudes, and skills was also key. By the end of the observation period, outreach through mobile service delivery contributed nearly one-half of the project clinics' family planning services.
Kuritsky, Joel
- You have accessStrategies to reduce risks in ARV supply chains in the developing worldChris Larson, Robert Burn, Anja Minnick-Sakal, Meaghan O'Keefe Douglas and Joel KuritskyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):395-402; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00105
Key strategies of the main ARV procurement program for PEPFAR to reduce supply chain risks include: (1) employing pooled procurement to reduce procurement and shipping costs and to accommodate changing country needs by making stock adjustments at the regional level, and (2) establishing regional distribution centers to facilitate faster turnaround of orders within defined catchment areas.
Kusemiju, Bola
- You have accessUsing behavior change communication to lead a comprehensive family planning program: the Nigerian Urban Reproductive Health InitiativeSusan Krenn, Lisa Cobb, Stella Babalola, Mojisola Odeku and Bola KusemijuGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):427-443; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00009
Greater exposure to a comprehensive family planning program in urban Nigeria that emphasized demand generation and communication theory was associated with improved ideation among women (their beliefs, ideas, and feelings about family planning), and more positive ideation was associated with greater contraceptive use, especially among the poor. Improving providers' knowledge, attitudes, and skills was also key. By the end of the observation period, outreach through mobile service delivery contributed nearly one-half of the project clinics' family planning services.
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Lance, Peter
- You have accessDemand generation activities and modern contraceptive use in urban areas of four countries: a longitudinal evaluationIlene S Speizer, Meghan Corroon, Lisa Calhoun, Peter Lance, Livia Montana, Priya Nanda and David GuilkeyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):410-426; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00109
Demand generation activities that were significantly associated with increased use of modern contraception in India (Uttar Pradesh), Kenya, Nigeria, and Senegal included: (1) community outreach activities, such as home visits and group discussions about family planning; (2) local radio programs; and (3) branded slogans and print materials circulated widely across the city. Television programming was also significant in India and Nigeria. Exposure to more activities may increase women's likelihood of using contraception.
Larson, Chris
- You have accessStrategies to reduce risks in ARV supply chains in the developing worldChris Larson, Robert Burn, Anja Minnick-Sakal, Meaghan O'Keefe Douglas and Joel KuritskyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):395-402; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00105
Key strategies of the main ARV procurement program for PEPFAR to reduce supply chain risks include: (1) employing pooled procurement to reduce procurement and shipping costs and to accommodate changing country needs by making stock adjustments at the regional level, and (2) establishing regional distribution centers to facilitate faster turnaround of orders within defined catchment areas.
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Mackenzie, Caroline
- You have accessPolicy and programmatic considerations for introducing a longer-acting injectable contraceptive: perspectives of stakeholders from Kenya and RwandaKevin McKenna, Jennet Arcara, Kate H Rademacher, Caroline Mackenzie, Fidele Ngabo, Emmanuel Munyambanza, Jennifer Wesson and Elizabeth E TolleyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):459-471; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00106
Unique attributes of a longer-acting injectable would likely appeal to both existing injectable users and new clients, both for spacing and for limiting births, and allow health systems to operate more efficiently. Considerations for enhancing successful introduction of this potential new method include keeping the cost low, expanding access through community-based distribution, and training providers to improve practices about injectables in general.
Malve, Vidyacharan
- You have accessStrengthening government management capacity to scale up HIV prevention programs through the use of Technical Support Units: lessons from Karnataka state, IndiaSema K Sgaier, John Anthony, Parinita Bhattacharjee, James Baer, Vidyacharan Malve, Aparajita Bhalla and Vijaykumar S HugarGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):444-458; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00141
A Technical Support Unit of managerial and technical experts, embedded in but distinct from the government, provided support in 5 key areas: strategic planning; monitoring and evaluation; supportive supervision; training; and information, education, and communication. This model likely contributed to effective and rapid scale up of Karnataka state's HIV prevention program. A clear mandate, close collaboration, and well-defined roles were keys to success.
McKenna, Kevin
- You have accessPolicy and programmatic considerations for introducing a longer-acting injectable contraceptive: perspectives of stakeholders from Kenya and RwandaKevin McKenna, Jennet Arcara, Kate H Rademacher, Caroline Mackenzie, Fidele Ngabo, Emmanuel Munyambanza, Jennifer Wesson and Elizabeth E TolleyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):459-471; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00106
Unique attributes of a longer-acting injectable would likely appeal to both existing injectable users and new clients, both for spacing and for limiting births, and allow health systems to operate more efficiently. Considerations for enhancing successful introduction of this potential new method include keeping the cost low, expanding access through community-based distribution, and training providers to improve practices about injectables in general.
McQuestion, Mike
- You have accessThe future of routine immunization in the developing world: challenges and opportunitiesAngela K Shen, Rebecca Fields and Mike McQuestionGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):381-394; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00137
Vaccine costs in the developing world have grown from < US$1/child in 2001 to about $21 for boys and $35 for girls in 2014, as more and costlier vaccines are being introduced into national immunization programs. To address these and other challenges, additional efforts are needed to strengthen 8 critical components of routine immunization: (1) policy, standards, and guidelines; (2) governance, organization, and management; (3) human resources; (4) vaccine, cold chain, and logistics management; (5) service delivery; (6) communication and community partnerships; (7) data generation and use; and (8) sustainable financing.
Mekuria, Yared Getachew
- You have accessMaternal mental health in Amhara region, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional surveyJoy Noel Baumgartner, Angela Parcesepe, Yared Getachew Mekuria, Dereje Birhanu Abitew, Wondimu Gebeyehu, Francis Okello and Dominick ShattuckGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):482-486; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00119
Poor mental health, including suicidal thoughts, affects a substantial proportion of surveyed women who are up to 2 years postpartum in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Opportunities for integrating basic psychosocial mental health services into maternal and child health services should be explored.
Mercer, Sarah Jilani
- You have accessGetting closer to people: family planning provision by drug shops in UgandaAngela Akol, Dawn Chin-Quee, Patricia Wamala-Mucheri, Jane Harriet Namwebya, Sarah Jilani Mercer and John StanbackGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):472-481; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00085
Private drug shops can effectively provide contraceptive methods, especially injectables, complementing government services. Most drug shop clients in 4 peri-urban areas of Uganda were continuing users of DMPA; had switched from other providers, mainly government clinics, because the drug shops had fewer stock-outs and were more convenient (closer location, shorter waiting time, more flexible hours); and were satisfied with the quality of services. The drug shops provided a substantial part of the total market share for family planning services in their areas.
Minnick-Sakal, Anja
- You have accessStrategies to reduce risks in ARV supply chains in the developing worldChris Larson, Robert Burn, Anja Minnick-Sakal, Meaghan O'Keefe Douglas and Joel KuritskyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):395-402; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00105
Key strategies of the main ARV procurement program for PEPFAR to reduce supply chain risks include: (1) employing pooled procurement to reduce procurement and shipping costs and to accommodate changing country needs by making stock adjustments at the regional level, and (2) establishing regional distribution centers to facilitate faster turnaround of orders within defined catchment areas.
Mobula, Linda Meta
- You have accessCourage is not the absence of fear: responding to the Ebola outbreak in LiberiaLinda Meta MobulaGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):487-489; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00157
Montana, Livia
- You have accessDemand generation activities and modern contraceptive use in urban areas of four countries: a longitudinal evaluationIlene S Speizer, Meghan Corroon, Lisa Calhoun, Peter Lance, Livia Montana, Priya Nanda and David GuilkeyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):410-426; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00109
Demand generation activities that were significantly associated with increased use of modern contraception in India (Uttar Pradesh), Kenya, Nigeria, and Senegal included: (1) community outreach activities, such as home visits and group discussions about family planning; (2) local radio programs; and (3) branded slogans and print materials circulated widely across the city. Television programming was also significant in India and Nigeria. Exposure to more activities may increase women's likelihood of using contraception.
Munyambanza, Emmanuel
- You have accessPolicy and programmatic considerations for introducing a longer-acting injectable contraceptive: perspectives of stakeholders from Kenya and RwandaKevin McKenna, Jennet Arcara, Kate H Rademacher, Caroline Mackenzie, Fidele Ngabo, Emmanuel Munyambanza, Jennifer Wesson and Elizabeth E TolleyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):459-471; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00106
Unique attributes of a longer-acting injectable would likely appeal to both existing injectable users and new clients, both for spacing and for limiting births, and allow health systems to operate more efficiently. Considerations for enhancing successful introduction of this potential new method include keeping the cost low, expanding access through community-based distribution, and training providers to improve practices about injectables in general.
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Namwebya, Jane Harriet
- You have accessGetting closer to people: family planning provision by drug shops in UgandaAngela Akol, Dawn Chin-Quee, Patricia Wamala-Mucheri, Jane Harriet Namwebya, Sarah Jilani Mercer and John StanbackGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):472-481; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00085
Private drug shops can effectively provide contraceptive methods, especially injectables, complementing government services. Most drug shop clients in 4 peri-urban areas of Uganda were continuing users of DMPA; had switched from other providers, mainly government clinics, because the drug shops had fewer stock-outs and were more convenient (closer location, shorter waiting time, more flexible hours); and were satisfied with the quality of services. The drug shops provided a substantial part of the total market share for family planning services in their areas.
Nanda, Priya
- You have accessDemand generation activities and modern contraceptive use in urban areas of four countries: a longitudinal evaluationIlene S Speizer, Meghan Corroon, Lisa Calhoun, Peter Lance, Livia Montana, Priya Nanda and David GuilkeyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):410-426; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00109
Demand generation activities that were significantly associated with increased use of modern contraception in India (Uttar Pradesh), Kenya, Nigeria, and Senegal included: (1) community outreach activities, such as home visits and group discussions about family planning; (2) local radio programs; and (3) branded slogans and print materials circulated widely across the city. Television programming was also significant in India and Nigeria. Exposure to more activities may increase women's likelihood of using contraception.
Ngabo, Fidele
- You have accessPolicy and programmatic considerations for introducing a longer-acting injectable contraceptive: perspectives of stakeholders from Kenya and RwandaKevin McKenna, Jennet Arcara, Kate H Rademacher, Caroline Mackenzie, Fidele Ngabo, Emmanuel Munyambanza, Jennifer Wesson and Elizabeth E TolleyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):459-471; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00106
Unique attributes of a longer-acting injectable would likely appeal to both existing injectable users and new clients, both for spacing and for limiting births, and allow health systems to operate more efficiently. Considerations for enhancing successful introduction of this potential new method include keeping the cost low, expanding access through community-based distribution, and training providers to improve practices about injectables in general.
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Odeku, Mojisola
- You have accessUsing behavior change communication to lead a comprehensive family planning program: the Nigerian Urban Reproductive Health InitiativeSusan Krenn, Lisa Cobb, Stella Babalola, Mojisola Odeku and Bola KusemijuGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):427-443; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00009
Greater exposure to a comprehensive family planning program in urban Nigeria that emphasized demand generation and communication theory was associated with improved ideation among women (their beliefs, ideas, and feelings about family planning), and more positive ideation was associated with greater contraceptive use, especially among the poor. Improving providers' knowledge, attitudes, and skills was also key. By the end of the observation period, outreach through mobile service delivery contributed nearly one-half of the project clinics' family planning services.
Okello, Francis
- You have accessMaternal mental health in Amhara region, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional surveyJoy Noel Baumgartner, Angela Parcesepe, Yared Getachew Mekuria, Dereje Birhanu Abitew, Wondimu Gebeyehu, Francis Okello and Dominick ShattuckGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):482-486; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00119
Poor mental health, including suicidal thoughts, affects a substantial proportion of surveyed women who are up to 2 years postpartum in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Opportunities for integrating basic psychosocial mental health services into maternal and child health services should be explored.
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Parcesepe, Angela
- You have accessMaternal mental health in Amhara region, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional surveyJoy Noel Baumgartner, Angela Parcesepe, Yared Getachew Mekuria, Dereje Birhanu Abitew, Wondimu Gebeyehu, Francis Okello and Dominick ShattuckGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):482-486; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00119
Poor mental health, including suicidal thoughts, affects a substantial proportion of surveyed women who are up to 2 years postpartum in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Opportunities for integrating basic psychosocial mental health services into maternal and child health services should be explored.
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Rademacher, Kate H
- You have accessPolicy and programmatic considerations for introducing a longer-acting injectable contraceptive: perspectives of stakeholders from Kenya and RwandaKevin McKenna, Jennet Arcara, Kate H Rademacher, Caroline Mackenzie, Fidele Ngabo, Emmanuel Munyambanza, Jennifer Wesson and Elizabeth E TolleyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):459-471; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00106
Unique attributes of a longer-acting injectable would likely appeal to both existing injectable users and new clients, both for spacing and for limiting births, and allow health systems to operate more efficiently. Considerations for enhancing successful introduction of this potential new method include keeping the cost low, expanding access through community-based distribution, and training providers to improve practices about injectables in general.
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Sgaier, Sema K
- You have accessStrengthening government management capacity to scale up HIV prevention programs through the use of Technical Support Units: lessons from Karnataka state, IndiaSema K Sgaier, John Anthony, Parinita Bhattacharjee, James Baer, Vidyacharan Malve, Aparajita Bhalla and Vijaykumar S HugarGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):444-458; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00141
A Technical Support Unit of managerial and technical experts, embedded in but distinct from the government, provided support in 5 key areas: strategic planning; monitoring and evaluation; supportive supervision; training; and information, education, and communication. This model likely contributed to effective and rapid scale up of Karnataka state's HIV prevention program. A clear mandate, close collaboration, and well-defined roles were keys to success.
Shattuck, Dominick
- You have accessMaternal mental health in Amhara region, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional surveyJoy Noel Baumgartner, Angela Parcesepe, Yared Getachew Mekuria, Dereje Birhanu Abitew, Wondimu Gebeyehu, Francis Okello and Dominick ShattuckGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):482-486; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00119
Poor mental health, including suicidal thoughts, affects a substantial proportion of surveyed women who are up to 2 years postpartum in the Amhara region of Ethiopia. Opportunities for integrating basic psychosocial mental health services into maternal and child health services should be explored.
Shen, Angela K
- You have accessThe future of routine immunization in the developing world: challenges and opportunitiesAngela K Shen, Rebecca Fields and Mike McQuestionGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):381-394; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00137
Vaccine costs in the developing world have grown from < US$1/child in 2001 to about $21 for boys and $35 for girls in 2014, as more and costlier vaccines are being introduced into national immunization programs. To address these and other challenges, additional efforts are needed to strengthen 8 critical components of routine immunization: (1) policy, standards, and guidelines; (2) governance, organization, and management; (3) human resources; (4) vaccine, cold chain, and logistics management; (5) service delivery; (6) communication and community partnerships; (7) data generation and use; and (8) sustainable financing.
Speizer, Ilene S
- You have accessDemand generation activities and modern contraceptive use in urban areas of four countries: a longitudinal evaluationIlene S Speizer, Meghan Corroon, Lisa Calhoun, Peter Lance, Livia Montana, Priya Nanda and David GuilkeyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):410-426; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00109
Demand generation activities that were significantly associated with increased use of modern contraception in India (Uttar Pradesh), Kenya, Nigeria, and Senegal included: (1) community outreach activities, such as home visits and group discussions about family planning; (2) local radio programs; and (3) branded slogans and print materials circulated widely across the city. Television programming was also significant in India and Nigeria. Exposure to more activities may increase women's likelihood of using contraception.
Stanback, John
- You have accessGetting closer to people: family planning provision by drug shops in UgandaAngela Akol, Dawn Chin-Quee, Patricia Wamala-Mucheri, Jane Harriet Namwebya, Sarah Jilani Mercer and John StanbackGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):472-481; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00085
Private drug shops can effectively provide contraceptive methods, especially injectables, complementing government services. Most drug shop clients in 4 peri-urban areas of Uganda were continuing users of DMPA; had switched from other providers, mainly government clinics, because the drug shops had fewer stock-outs and were more convenient (closer location, shorter waiting time, more flexible hours); and were satisfied with the quality of services. The drug shops provided a substantial part of the total market share for family planning services in their areas.
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Tolley, Elizabeth E
- You have accessPolicy and programmatic considerations for introducing a longer-acting injectable contraceptive: perspectives of stakeholders from Kenya and RwandaKevin McKenna, Jennet Arcara, Kate H Rademacher, Caroline Mackenzie, Fidele Ngabo, Emmanuel Munyambanza, Jennifer Wesson and Elizabeth E TolleyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):459-471; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00106
Unique attributes of a longer-acting injectable would likely appeal to both existing injectable users and new clients, both for spacing and for limiting births, and allow health systems to operate more efficiently. Considerations for enhancing successful introduction of this potential new method include keeping the cost low, expanding access through community-based distribution, and training providers to improve practices about injectables in general.
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Wamala-Mucheri, Patricia
- You have accessGetting closer to people: family planning provision by drug shops in UgandaAngela Akol, Dawn Chin-Quee, Patricia Wamala-Mucheri, Jane Harriet Namwebya, Sarah Jilani Mercer and John StanbackGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):472-481; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00085
Private drug shops can effectively provide contraceptive methods, especially injectables, complementing government services. Most drug shop clients in 4 peri-urban areas of Uganda were continuing users of DMPA; had switched from other providers, mainly government clinics, because the drug shops had fewer stock-outs and were more convenient (closer location, shorter waiting time, more flexible hours); and were satisfied with the quality of services. The drug shops provided a substantial part of the total market share for family planning services in their areas.
Wesson, Jennifer
- You have accessPolicy and programmatic considerations for introducing a longer-acting injectable contraceptive: perspectives of stakeholders from Kenya and RwandaKevin McKenna, Jennet Arcara, Kate H Rademacher, Caroline Mackenzie, Fidele Ngabo, Emmanuel Munyambanza, Jennifer Wesson and Elizabeth E TolleyGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):459-471; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00106
Unique attributes of a longer-acting injectable would likely appeal to both existing injectable users and new clients, both for spacing and for limiting births, and allow health systems to operate more efficiently. Considerations for enhancing successful introduction of this potential new method include keeping the cost low, expanding access through community-based distribution, and training providers to improve practices about injectables in general.
Wright, Chris
- You have accessA stewardship approach to shaping the future of public health supply chain systemsAlan Bornbusch, Todd Dickens, Carolyn Hart and Chris WrightGlobal Health: Science and Practice December 2014, 2(4):403-409; https://doi.org/10.9745/GHSP-D-14-00123
Guiding Principles: (1) Governments should see themselves as stewards of supply chains, providing vision, guidance, and oversight, not necessarily as operators of supply chains. (2) Governments should not be afraid to leverage the multiple supply chain actors and diverse options available; these can be woven into a coherent, integrated system, providing flexibility and reducing risk. (3) Governments will need new skills in leadership, regulation, market research, contract design, oversight of outsourced providers, financial analysis, and alliance-building.
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