With a focus on country and regional perspectives, this discussion will explore the operational, strategic, and practical dimensions of integrating health interventions across diverse settings, it also aims to shed light on the multifaceted approaches required to combat malaria & NTD elimination challenges effectively.
Session speakers:
• Mr Simon Bland, CEO, GLIDE
• Dr Moses Laman, Deputy Director of Science and Research, PNG IMR
• Mr Albino Bobogare, Director, National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme, Ministry of Health and Medical Services, Solomon Islands
• Dr Corine Karema, Former Director of the Rwanda National Malaria Control Programme & Former Interim CEO of the RBM Partnership to End Malaria
• Ms Juliana Do Rosario, Malaria Surveillance Officer, Ministry of Health, Timor-Leste
About the event:
Hosted by the Government of Papua New Guinea (PNG) in partnership with the Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance (APLMA), the 8th Asia Pacific Leaders’ Summit on Malaria Elimination on 6-7 June 2024 in Port Moresby united stakeholders under the theme “Invest to Achieve Zero Malaria” recognizing the significant burden and impact of malaria among Pacific Island nations. The first day focused on high-level political commitments to malaria elimination while the second day comprised of partner meetings and technical discussions. The Emcee of the Summit was Dr Pamela Toliman, Senior Research Fellow, PNG Institute of Medical Research.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 Integrated approaches to disease elimination
00:01:53 Moderator introduction on integrated approaches: Mr Simon Bland
00:07:51 Panel discussion
00:52:26 Audience Q&A