almost 7 years ago // Development Enabled

Road traffic accidents are the number one cause for death and disability of people between 18-45 years in India. Devex examines the impact of a first-aid training program for bystanders.

about 7 years ago // Global health

In Bangladesh, a leading public health institution is leveraging its international expertise in infectious diseases to tackle new challenges.

over 7 years ago // Taking the Pulse

As India grapples with an increasing rate of NCDs, some experts believe community health workers could hold the key to preventing and managing diseases such as hypertension. Devex investigates.

over 7 years ago // Nutrition

In a bid to increase the uptake of ready-to-use therapeutic food for severe acute malnutrition, some experts are turning to their backyards for new affordable solutions.

over 7 years ago // NGO laws

Experts have voiced concerns about the proposed National Integrity Policy, which may restrict and in some cases even prevent international NGOs from working in Nepal in the future.

over 7 years ago // Gender equality

The percentage of girls in South Asia marrying before their 18th birthday has dropped from nearly 50 percent to 30 percent. While this decline has drawn praise, it also doesn't fully represent the realities on the ground, warned groups that focus on child marriage. And some fear the rare positive news could lead to a drop in funding, and a backsliding in progress.