It’s time to make rare diseases a global health priority and ensure that people living with rare diseases are not left behind.

Genomic testing in Africa would benefit from more awareness and a national registry of patients living with rare diseases across Africa.

Rare disease patient management must include providing both long-term support for patients and peace of mind for families.

Assistive technology and inclusion in the workplace can drive independence for people with rare diseases.

Rare eye diseases are often overlooked. Integrating rare disease and eye health initiatives ensures access to universal care.

Significant strides have been made to bring advocacy and engagement on rare diseases from Kenya to the global stage.

Health promotion and prevention within primary healthcare hold transformative potential.

NCDs cause 75% of global deaths but lack funding. Locally tailored models can improve health outcomes worldwide.

Investing in robust primary healthcare and preventive care is the most efficient solution to the rising NCD burden.

Making family physicians a part of primary care teams will improve the coverage and quality of healthcare in communities.

Poor research leads to gaps in access and quality of healthcare for women. Identifying systemic barriers is crucial for achieving UHC.

Health systems must be fortified to withstand the climate crisis to ensure health equity and continuity of care.

There is a vital need to address childhood cancer on a global scale, especially in low- and middle-income countries.

Securing national healthcare policies in legal mandates can help ensure long-term improvements in cancer treatment and outcomes.

Underdiagnosis and delayed access to adequate childhood cancer care lead to enormous disparities in outcomes globally.

Building collaborative cancer research infrastructure can help develop affordable, scalable, and regionally appropriate solutions.

Workplaces need to establish clear policies and systems for supporting the mental health of their employees & fighting the stigma they face.

Organisations and health systems should assess children’s palliative care needs separately from adults to ensure appropriate support.

Stigma has long accompanied serious mental illnesses, but people are starting to find power in their stories to drive change.

In the fight against childhood cancer, the triumphs of modern medicine should be matched by equally significant improvements in life.