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Climate, costs, AI and social media all influence medical decision-making. How do we ensure GPs make the best decision for patients with as little negative impact on society as possible?

The Department of International Health attended the Global Forum, bringing together WHO Collaborating Centres, WHO Leadership, Member States and partners to strengthen collaboration.

Sepsis is one of the leading causes of death in hospitals worldwide. Yet it often takes days before doctors know exactly which bacterium is causing an infection.

The promotion of public health is challenged by a complex interplay of socioeconomic, cultural, and environmental disparities. Ensuring equity in prevention is essential to achieve health and well-being for all.

The World Health Organisation has officially designated two research hubs within the Care and Public Health Research Institute at Maastricht University as WHO Collaborating Centres..

The Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), The Asssociation of Schools of Public Health in the European Region (ASPHER) and The Open Medical Institute (OMI) have joined forces to build a Public Health Academy.

The Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), The Asssociation of Schools of Public Health in the European Region (ASPHER) and The Open Medical Institute (OMI) have joined forces to build a Public Health Academy.

When patients are recovering from bowel cancer, it’s not just about curing the disease. Equally important is the question: how is the person really getting on? Dr. Stéphanie Breukink developed the Disease Burden Meter. An innovative digital tool that contributes to prevention and well-being.

How can infectious diseases such as HIV and hepatitis be prevented, how can we encourage people to get tested, and how can the burden of disease be reduced? Nicole Dukers studies this.

Klasien Horstman received the MUMC+ Golden Heart in recognition of her contributions to public health, social justice, and our academic community.