InSciLead: Gender Inclusive Science, Access & Leadership Join us for a discussion on Gender Based Equity in clinical trials and advocate for gender-sensitive innovation! WomenLift Health Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative Dr. Renu Swarup Prof. Suma Krishnasastry Dr Kavita Singh Shubha Tole (she/her) 21st November 2024 New Delhi

Ahead of print publication of supplement AJTMH-Clinical trials to assess effectiveness of treatment guidelines for Lymphedema induced by lymphatic filariasiS linkedin.com/posts/american…

The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene Volume 111 Issue 4_Suppl: Clinical Trials to Assess Effectiveness of Treatment Guidelines for Lymphedema Induced by Lymphatic Filariasis (2024) ajtmh.org/view/journals/…

Sharing the journeys of women in science createsend.com/t/d-26E01045CA… TDR’s Women in Science compendium showcases the contributions and achievements of women working on infectious diseases …ningintropicaldiseasestdr.cmail19.com/t/d-l-slrhuht-…

One key part of evaluating mentorship is to determine to what extent do PIs pay it forward and provide generative opportunities for others: excellent point from ⁦Prof. Suma Krishnasastry⁩ at ⁦TDR⁩ ⁦SESH Global⁩

Tomorrow, Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative, WomenLift Health & Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI) will be at the India Habitat Centre for our first-ever gender dialogue. We will try to find answers together & discover what kind of partnerships will increase gender equity in clinical trials & advance women in scientific leadership.

This last Thursday’s gender dialogue left me reflecting deeply. The voices, ideas and stories shared reaffirmed why gender equity in clinical trials and science leadership is not just necessary—it’s urgent. Proud of Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative India for leading this!

#Filariasis is often seen as a disease of adulthood, but it actually begins in childhood, affecting the body's lymphatic system. With no definitive drug to reduce or manage the lymphoedema, for patients, LF remains a lifelong challenge, says Prof. Suma Krishnasastry of WHO indiaspend.com/health/elimina…

ICMR is hiring for a project on hypertension & diabetes prevention in India. Open positions: Project Research Scientist-II (₹80K+HRA, Age: 40) and Project Technical Support-III (₹28K+HRA, Age: 35). Location: New Delhi. Apply by December 16, 2024. Apply @ t.ly/Y3kWE

Justice. Truth. Humility. Service. Compassion. Love. These were President Carter’s guiding lights, and they will continue to illuminate our path as we carry on his legacy.

"The legacy of COVID-19 must not be defined solely by pain, loss, and disruption. Rather, the experience is fraught with lessons that the world should not waste," writes Maria Van Kerkhove in this week's #ScienceEditorial. scim.ag/4ancbQ7

🌍 This #WorldNTDD25, we celebrate progress in the fight against #NTDs! 💪 While many countries in #Africa have made significant strides, 39% of the global NTD burden still remains in the region. We must Unite, Act, & Eliminate to achieve the 2030 NTD Roadmap! #EndingTheNeglect

💊 Designing new drugs is like building with LEGO? Scientists tweak molecules piece by piece to reduce toxicity, improve stability & boost effectiveness. 🎥 Watch #DrugDiscoveryExplained Ep. 3 to see how future medicines are built, not found! Read more: bit.ly/3DPSMvz

A two-year-old girl from Narasaraopet in Andhra Pradesh's Palnadu district succumbed to the H5N1 virus after consuming raw chicken. thesouthfirst.com/andhrapradesh/…

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Malaria is caused by the bite of the Anopheles mosquitoes. It bites during the night and breeds in clean stagnant water in ditched, unusedwell and ponds in our surroundings. Eliminate/fill with mud in low lying areas #AntiMalariaMonth #Malaria

A reminder that women in our workforce have challenges that are unrecognised- need to apply a gender lens to all programs. ⁦International Labour Organization⁩ ⁦Ministry of Health⁩ ⁦Ministry of Labour⁩ ⁦Ministry of WCD⁩ ⁦Confederation of Indian Industry⁩ ⁦ASSOCHAM⁩

Check out new webstory: Countries unite to accelerate action on #obesity - Ministers call to action ahead of 2026 Global Stocktake. In a powerful demonstration of global commitment, a side event at the seventy-eighth #WHA78 World Health Assembly, “How the WHO Acceleration Plan

Tamil Nadu becomes first Indian state to implement TB death prediction model. you can check out the published articles in the link: 1.moneycontrol.com/city/tamil-nad… 2.theweek.in/wire-updates/n… Ministry of Health Central TB Division | #TBMuktBharat DDG - TB | #TBMuktBharat National Health Mission - Tamil Nadu #TBMuktBharat

The Supreme Court has directed FSSAI to implement simple front-of-pack nutrition labels on packaged food. As Chair of Parliament’s Subordinate Legislation Committee, I’ve recommended studying Singapore’s clear A-to-D Nutri-Grade system. This would help #FSSAI comply