UNMC recently hosted its second annual World Health Day event, highlighting the vital interplay between global and local health and the significance of collective efforts in addressing worldwide health challenges.
The event, sponsored and organized by UNMC College of Public Health’s office of the dean and the Center for Global Health and Development, served as a platform for advocacy and awareness in the pursuit of better health outcomes worldwide.
Held via webinar, World Health Day featured two speakers.
Raji Tajudeen, MD, head of public health institutes and research at the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, delivered a presentation titled “The Role of Africa CDC in Global Health.” Drawing on his extensive experience in child health, health system strengthening and humanitarian emergencies, Dr. Tajudeen highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing health disparities across Africa and beyond.
Peter Kilmarx, MD, acting director of the Fogarty International Center at the National Institutes of Health, presented “Perspectives in Global Health Research from the Fogarty International Center.” Dr. Kilmarx, an expert in infectious disease research and HIV/AIDS prevention, provided insights into NIH’s efforts to support global health research and build research capacity in non-U.S. affiliated countries.
Dr. Kilmarx also held a career conversation session with students, sharing lessons from his career path.
Danielle Thies, program manager of the Center for Global Health and Development, said it was an honor to host such distinguished speakers.
“Their invaluable insights into the critical role of collaboration in global health research and capacity building underscore the essence of our mission at UNMC,” Thies said. “We are proud to provide a platform that not only highlights these significant efforts but also inspires our community to actively engage in the pursuit of better health outcomes globally.”
To view these presentations, visit the Center for Global Health and Development website.