The International Women's Day "World We Want" Podcast Collection features the latest episodes in the RELX podcast series featuring renowned female leaders from across the globe.
New episodes include Dr Judy Kuriansky, an internationally known clinical psychologist, humanitarian, author and United Nations NGO representative and Lene Bjorn Serpa, Head of Corporate Sustainability & ESG at Maersk, an international shipping and logistics company operating in 130 countries.
World Malaria Day 2026: United Against Malaria
World Malaria Day, celebrated every April 25th, is a crucial event aimed at raising awareness about the global effort needed to defeat malaria. Instituted by WHO Member States during the World Health Assembly in 2007, this day emphasizes the importance of continued investment and sustained political commitment for malaria prevention, control, and elimination.
The Genesis of World Malaria Day
International Journal of Educational Research Open, 2024, 100340
This study examines the impact of home-to-school distance on student dropout rates in Adi-Keyih sub-zone, Eritrea, analysing data from almost 2,500 students. Findings indicate that greater distances between home and school significantly increase the likelihood of dropout.
World Health Day 2026: Global Action for Universal Health Coverage
World Health Day 2026 will be observed on April 7, commemorating the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. This year’s theme, “Global Action for Universal Health Coverage,” highlights the need to make quality healthcare accessible and affordable for everyone—no matter their income, location, or background.
SSM Population Health, 2024, 101638
The study found that premature mortality risk is highest among individuals with both low income and high-risk health behaviors, with a clear income gradient observed across all risk factor levels. These results emphasize the importance of targeted public health strategies and resource allocation to lower-income groups to reduce health inequities and prevent premature deaths.
