COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: August 1 – 7, 2020
The role of T cells in adaptive immunity to COVID-19 This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: July 25 – 31, 2020
In-Depth Review of the 3 W’s: Wear a mask, Wash your hands, and Watch your distance. This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: July 18 – 24, 2020
Update on COVID-19 vaccine development This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new information is made available.
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: July 11 – 17, 2020
Tracking COVID-19 in the United States This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new information is made available.
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: July 4 – 10, 2020
Update on airborne transmission of COVID-19: evidence and implications for precautions This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: June 27 – July 3, 2020
HIV and COVID-19 This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new information is made available.
Reducing Premature Mortality from Cardiovascular and Other Non-Communicable Diseases by One Third: Achieving Sustainable Development Goal Indicator 3.4.1
A paper authored by Resolve to Save Lives and Vital Strategies highlights how the world is not currently on track to reach its SDG 3.4.1 goal to reduce premature death from NCDs, but that it’s possible. Progress will require improvements to access to quality health care and medications and financial protections for health programs in […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: June 20 – 26, 2020
Reopening schools during the COVID-19 pandemic This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new information is made available.
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: June 13 – 19, 2020
COVID-19 trends in the United States This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new information is made available.
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: June 6 – 12, 2020
MMR vaccine and COVID-19 This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new information is made available.
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: May 30 – June 5, 2020
Eleven epidemiological fallacies in COVID-19 This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new information is made available. See […]
Building National Health Security Through a Rapid Self-Assessment and Annual Operational Plan in Uganda, May to September 2021
While long-term planning for health security is indispensable, focused short-term operational planning can be a tremendous asset for developing actionable and realistic strategies to improve readiness for public health emergencies. Despite limited funding and an overwhelming list of action items, Uganda successfully enhanced its epidemic readiness by 20% with a focused 1-year operational plan developed […]
Association Between Preparedness and Response Measures and COVID-19 Incidence and Mortality
The COVID-19 pandemic was the most disruptive global health crisis in a century. Analysis of publicly available data by experts from Resolve to Save Lives revealed that alongside preparedness capacities, governance and leadership capacities independently contributed to lower COVID-19 cases and deaths. Both preparedness and governance are essential for effective pandemic control, requiring stronger public […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: May 23 – 29, 2020
Testing and test data, what it can and cannot tell us This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as […]
COVID-19 Risk Alert Levels
This briefing note explains why alert-level systems for COVID-19 are effective, compares models from several countries, and provides the key principles and potential pitfalls to be aware of when developing these systems. It is intended to provide guidance to local, regional and national governments on best practices for alert-level systems, and on how to clearly […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: May 10 – 17, 2020
Estimated impact of COVID-19 on life expectancy in New York City This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: May 2 – 8, 2020
Assessing COVID-19 resurgence This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new information is made available. See also: Science […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: April 25 – May 1, 2020
Country preparedness and COVID-19 This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new information is made available. See also: […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: April 18 – 24, 2020
Past, current and future COVID-19 infections: the size of the iceberg and what tests can and can’t tell us This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: April 11 – 17, 2020
Using data to assess adherence with public health and social measures can better inform decision-making This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: April 4 – 10, 2020
Nowcasting in the context of COVID-19 This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as new information is made available. […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: March 28 – April 3, 2020
Syndromic surveillance should be explored as an early signal for COVID-19 This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as […]
Assessing and reducing risk to health care workers in outbreaks
Identiftying critical points of failure within the health system and during emergencies is the first step to mitigating future risk exposure. The West African Ebola epidemic (2014-2016) revealed alarming gaps in infection prevention and control for health care workers, highlighting a major vulnerability in global health security. Experts from Resolve to Save Lives propose a […]
COVID-19 / In-Depth Science Review: January 9th-15th, 2020
The utility and limitations of large-scale surveys during the COVID-19 pandemic This science review is a snapshot of the new and emerging scientific evidence related to COVID-19 during the period specified. It is a review of important topics and articles, not a guide for policy or program implementation. The findings captured are subject to change as […]
Applying ‘timeliness’ to the screening and prevention of TB in household contacts of pulmonary TB patients
Timeliness is essential in preventing and controlling infectious diseases like meningococcal meningitis and tuberculosis (TB). Experts from resolve to save lives explored adapting the global 7-1-7 target for outbreak control to the management of household contacts of TB patients. Applying the metric in India, Pakistan, and Kenya improved TB preventive therapy (TPT) initiation rates, though […]
Addressing the challenges of implementing evidence-based prioritisation in global health
In a roundtable discussion with health practitioners, funders, academics, and policy-makers, experts from Resolve to Save Lives identified key areas for improving global health practices. We emphasized the importance of evidence-based frameworks that are adaptive and responsive to prioritised health needs. Key recommendations include enhancing information-sharing, increasing social engagement, and promoting diversity in decision-making processes. […]
Action-based costing for national action plans for health security: accelerating progress toward the International Health Regulations (2005)
Implementing the International Health Regulations (IHR 2005) can be a cumbersome process, and costs vary widely from country to country. To support facilitating this complex work, experts from Resolve to Save Lives tested several new tools designed to estimate the resources needed for implementing the IHR. Using Nigeria’s National Action Plan for Health Security (NAPHS) […]
7-1-7: an organising principle, target, and accountability metric to make the world safer from pandemics
Clear, universal performance standards for outbreak detection, reporting and control can improve accountability, save lives, and accelerate global readiness for future pandemics. For The Lancet’s Viewpoint, experts from Resolve to Save Lives propose 7-1-7 as a global target for timely response to infectious disease outbreaks: detecting a suspected outbreak within 7 days, reporting and initiating […]
Guideline: sodium intake for adults and children
This guideline offers evidence-based recommendations for reducing sodium intake to prevent NCDs, supporting policymakers and program planners in assessing intake levels, developing interventions, and aligning efforts with global health targets.
PAHO: Protocol for Population Level Sodium Determination in 24‐hour Urine Samples
The WHO/PAHO Protocol for Population Level Sodium Determination in 24-hour Urine Samples guides countries in conducting surveys to estimate dietary salt intake, offering support for planning, staff training, data collection, and result dissemination to advance salt reduction initiatives