This toolkit proposes three areas for advocacy for first ladies to take the Free to Shine campaign forward, bearing in mind the specific needs of their country: ADVOCACY FOCUS 1: Keeping women and girls HIV-free. ADVOCACY FOCUS 2: Preventing vertical transmission of HIV. ADVOCACY FOCUS 3: Finding...

Home Guidelines for the Use of Antiretroviral Agents in Pediatric HIV Infection. What's New in the Guidelines The Panel on Antiretroviral Therapy and Medical Management of Children Living with HIV (the Panel) has reviewed previous versions of the Guidelines for the Use of Antiretroviral Agents in...

Overview A paucity of scientific evidence exists on how to best treat pregnant or breastfeeding women with suspected or confirmed Ebola virus disease (EVD). Historical reports suggest that, among women who acquire EVD during pregnancy, there is increased mortality and morbidity, and a near 100% rate...

People tend to forget or suspend the use of protective measures such as contraceptives. The activities here should be included among the principal points to consider in preparing emergency response measures. Emergencies modify people's patterns of priorities and response; given a different set of...

It is crucial to consider the prevention of pregnancy complications and avoid childbirth in unsafe conditions during emergencies. These guidelines were prepared by the technical divisions of the Pan American Health Organization. During emergencies it is particularly important to consider the...

The Black Mamas Matter toolkit is a resource for advocates who are concerned about the health and well-being of black women and girls. It takes a human rights based approach to maternal health, identifying the rights of pregnant and birthing parents and the corresponding role of government to ensure...

This page on the World Health Organization web site contains links to many tools and guidance documents for emergency and humanitarian action. The information resources available on this site address the following issues: General management and health systems Dead bodies Management of hazardous and...

This resource teaches children positive preventive measures, talking with them about their fears, and giving them a sense of some control over their risk of infection can help reduce anxiety. Families across the country are adapting to the evolving changes in daily life caused by the COVID-19...

Helping Children Cope During and After a Disaster A Resource for Parents and Caregivers A fact sheet that is a good resource for parents and caregivers to help children cope during and after a disaster. The amount of damage caused from a disaster can be overwhelming. The destruction of homes and...