Dengue and malaria are two different diseases — but they share a striking common thread. Both are spread by mosquitoes. Both attack the blood directly: dengue triggers a dangerous drop…
Regional Webinar Key Takeaways | Hosted by WHO SEARO & UGHW Chulalongkorn University
Overview: A Regional Call to Action
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) remain the leading cause of mortality in the…
In March 2025, Chennai inaugurated its first wetland sponge park: the Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Wetland Eco Park in Porur. The sponge park Chennai India initiative marks a turning point in…
Bangkok urban water infrastructure is evolving beyond concrete drainage systems. At Benjakitti Park, a former tobacco factory has been transformed into one of the city’s most significant nature-based water management…
Why Community Sports and Recreation Matter for Persons with Disabilities
Community sports and recreation is often seen as optional and not prioritised in health initiatives for the disabled. Yet evidence…
Cities around the world are rapidly digitalising. Transport systems are becoming smarter, public services are moving online, and artificial intelligence is increasingly embedded in urban life. For persons with disabilities,…
Inclusive and universal design are essential approaches for creating healthy cities that celebrate human diversity, ability, age, and lived experience.
Our societies are composed of diverse persons, each unique with…
In 2016, WHO Member States endorsed the Global plan of action to strengthen the role of the health system within a national multisectoral response to address interpersonal violence, in particular…
Why do gender-responsive public spaces matter?
Nepal's cities are seeing brisk changes, with new climate hazards and rapid urbanisation. These shifts have placed considerable strain on existing infrastructure, alongside growing…
For governments looking to formulate and implement good policy, data is paramount.
Data helps us to identify what the issues are, why they exist (or what is causing them) and…
Urban health can feel overwhelming—but you don't need a complete strategy to start. You need the right entry point. This guide helps city practitioners identify opportunities already present in your…
Rapid digitalization in the world has propelled national and subnational authorities to accelerate the use of digital technologies to enhance service provision, people participation, and monitoring performances/feedback. Local urban governments…