Obstruction by pharmaceutical companies from the Global North and misuse of monopoly privileges continue to slow down research into new vaccines and medicines, with disastrous effects for people’s health in the Global South. Discussions at the 75th World Health Assembly did little to address this.
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Without stronger action to counter the influence of transnational alcohol and food companies, industry-propelled health harm will continue to persist.
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At the 12th Ministerial Conference of the WTO taking place from 12-16 June, trade delegates are likely to pass a meaningless Covid-19 decision in an attempt to safeguard the organization’s face after months of botched negotiations for a suspension of harmful trade rules on intellectual property.
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The coronavirus crisis affects everyone. But it does not have the same impact on everyone. To contain the coronavirus pandemic, many governments are taking drastic measures. But sometimes these measures put human rights and democracy at risk. However, the work of social movements is more than necessary now that the right to health of so many people is in danger. But the coronavirus pandemic is not just a crisis, it also offers an opportunity to build a healthy society.
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A gripping interview with Zara about her commitment to the Filipino people and the struggle for the right to health and social justice.
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In 2019, we fought with our partners for a strong public healthcare system. That is not always obvious. Health workers …
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