Thrilled to see my colleague Dr. Zulfiqar Bhutta recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate, further cementing his role as a pioneer and leader in the #GlobalChildHealth field. Congratulations, Zulfi!

On Nov. 18 at 8am EST, don't miss the #N4GSummit side event hosted by the Home Fortification Technical Advisory Group focused on: 👉 The World Health Assembly #Anaemia targets for young children Register now! bit.ly/3nnlQ2A UNICEF Nutrition International SickKids Global Child Health CanWaCH

Looking forward to attending the virtual launch of the 2021 Global Nutrition Report as a member of the Report's Independent Expert Group. Register to learn about the report's key findings, areas for action and more. #NutritionCantWait #ZeroHunger #N4G2021 SickKids Global Child Health

A great paediatrician with a winning smile. Let’s celebrate his life and what he taught us about talking to children and their families. What a contribution he made!

"Data is fuel for action."- Renata Micha As an external member of the 2021 GNR Independent Expert Group, excited to share the latest Global Nutrition Report launched today. Report says current progress on #nutrition is woefully inadequate. See ⬇️ #NutritionCantWait #N4G2021 SickKids Global Child Health

Wonderful tribute to Dr. Bhutta who has made such huge contributions to global child health from Aga Khan University and SickKids Global Child Health. So well deserved -congratulations Zulfi!!

Having worked in vaccine clinics, some folks are unhappy to only have Moderna offered for those older than 29 years. Both are mRNA vaccines - like choosing between Crest vs Colgate toothpaste. There is a shortage of Pfizer - please accept whatever is offered. May save your life!

Welcome to SickKids, Dr. Lewis. As a SickKids 'lifer', a clinician-scientist and a Research Institute senior scientist, you will not find a better place to work.

Measles, mumps, rubella, polio...let's add Covid to that list of mandated vaccines for children. Protects individual children and their community.

Pleased to be a co-author on this @ScienceDirect article. With #ChildhoodImmunization coverage rates down for children under 2 in Ontario, public health interventions are needed to ensure adequate catch-up of delayed/missed immunizations. UofT Family Medicine SickKids Global Child Health

Still not too late for provincial governments to reverse course and bring back vaccine certificates, this time ensuring people are “up-to-date.” Doing so would drive up booster uptake and make life safer for young children and people who are immunocompromised.

Dr. Bhutta, my friend and colleague, could not be more deserving of this hugely prestigious Gairdner Foundation. He is a leader, an innovator and a humanitarian in his approach to global child health. Huge congratulations Zulfi! SickKids Foundation CanWaCH IDRC | CRDI Gates Foundation

The average hourly rate of TTC drivers, after 2 years is $31.40 for a 40-hour work wk, according to the TTC. Only 10% less than an RN. Both have very responsible jobs, but nurses are not fairly compensated! Our health system is in trouble. Please act now! Ontario Health

These fabulous students are the future of global child health. They bring intelligence, exuberance, energy and youth wisdom to our program every summer. Thank you!! #globalchildhealth #YouthDay2022

Clean water, sanitation & hygiene are vital to preventing & managing Neglected Tropical Diseases. SickKids Global Child Health supports WaterAid Canada & Canadian Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases' call on Development Canada to increase its commitment to WASH strategies for more resilient health systems & a healthier world.

Congratulations to the graduating paediatric specialist nurses Paediatric #Nursing Programme at The UWI Cave Hill Campus. This collaborative program with SickKids Global Child Health is another example of shared goals and measurable outcomes. Well done!

Congrats Zulfiqar Bhutta on receiving the 2022 John Dirks Canada Global Health Award. From ⁦SickKids Global Child Health⁩ vantage, Zulfi is the preeminent global child health practitioner setting the agenda for #globalresearch priority setting. Great pride in his achievements!

World Health Organization (WHO) projects ~50% of global #childhoodcancer cases will be in Africa by 2050. NEW research by SickKids Global Child Health’s Dr. Denburg & colleagues analyzes access to essential childhood cancer medicines (CCMs), a key factor in survival, in 4 East African countries: bit.ly/3zr1HxA

Important paper by Avi Denburg and Sumit Gupta on the challenges of accessing cancer drugs in LMICs. Worth noting! SickKids Global Child Health CanWaCH The Lancet Global Health

We are looking forward to launching the Global Health Seminar Series on Sept 5, 2023! Join us for interactive seminars and to hear perspectives, case studies, and stories from inspiring leaders in the field of Global Health. Stay tuned for more info! McMaster University McMaster FHS Faculty Affairs