UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Beyond 2023 Agenda: The Role of International Partnerships and Alliances Towards Equitable Access to Care

A special issue of Healthcare (ISSN 2227-9032). This special issue belongs to the section "Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2025 | Viewed by 454

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Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Cagliari, 09124 Cagliari, Italy
Interests: international partnerships; pharmacology; access to medicines; development cooperation

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Dear Colleagues,

My name is Silvia Ussai. I am a medical doctor and pharmacologist specializing in international healthcare management, economics, and policy at SDA Bocconi. I have vast experience in pharmaceutical policies and regulations, both at the national (Italian) level and internationally, serving as a public health expert across different high-level commissions and UN agencies. I strongly believe in global partnering and science diplomacy for strengthening health systems. I am very pleased to invite you to submit your contribution for the Special Issue entitled “UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Beyond 2023 Agenda: The Role of International Partnerships and Alliances Towards Equitable Access to Care”. The subject is fully aligned with the journal’s scope, looking at the role of global partnerships (including those that are donor-driven) in supporting equitable access to advanced medical investigation and treatments, medication management, disease prevention, and early diagnosis, as well as treatment and comprehensive strategies for care.

This Special Issue aims to discuss and present healthcare outcomes and initiatives resulting from international partnerships, alliances, pilots, and/or demonstrative actions and projects. This will provide a platform for showcasing the importance of science diplomacy and exchanging best practices.

In this Special Issue, original research articles, reviews, case reports, research notes, and short communications are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:

  • Pharmacology
  • clinical trials
  • access to medicines and vaccines
  • healthy aging
  • health system strengthening
  • health economics
  • global health security
  • digital health
  • public health
  • health impact assessment (HIA)
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  • political economics
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  • health information systems
  • health policy
  • health advocacy and science communication
  • non- communicable diseases (NCDs)
  • neglected tropical diseases (NTDs)
  • HIV
  • antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

I look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Silvia Ussai
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Keywords

  • treatment and comprehensive strategies
  • health policy
  • disease prevention
  • medication management
  • international partnerships

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Insights into Drug Donation Practices and Public Perceptions in Saudi Arabia
by Ibrahim Alredaini, Nada Fayez Alshehri, Khadijah Jameel Muzayen, Renad Alalwani, Ghosoon Bafaraj, Abdullah S. Alshammari, Adnan S. Alharbi, Hazim M. AlHuzaym, Mahmoud Elrggal, Abdulmalik S. Alotaibi, Nasser M. Alorfi, Mohammed Alrashed, Abdullah A. Alhifany and Mohammed A. Alnuhait
Healthcare 2024, 12(19), 2001; https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12192001 - 7 Oct 2024
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Background: Effective medication management, disposal, and donation are vital for public health and environmental sustainability. Improper handling of medications can lead to drug misuse, accidental poisoning, and environmental damage. This study examines current practices and challenges in Saudi Arabia, identifying opportunities for improvement. [...] Read more.
Background: Effective medication management, disposal, and donation are vital for public health and environmental sustainability. Improper handling of medications can lead to drug misuse, accidental poisoning, and environmental damage. This study examines current practices and challenges in Saudi Arabia, identifying opportunities for improvement. Method: A cross-sectional survey conducted in October and November 2023 targeted the general population in Saudi Arabia. This study employed convenience sampling to explore medication usage, storage, disposal practices, and awareness of donation procedures. Data were analyzed through both descriptive and inferential statistical methods. Results: This study involved 430 respondents. Of these, 73.0% held a university degree, yet 66.3% were unaware of drug donation programs, and 84.2% lacked knowledge about proper medication disposal. Despite this, 71.4% believed that drug donation programs positively impact healthcare, and 87.9% saw them as reducing drug waste and environmental pollution. However, 48.1% expressed concerns about the potential misuse of donated medicines. Awareness and knowledge were significantly higher among participants aged 30 and above. Conclusions: The findings highlight the need for enhanced public awareness, clear medication disposal guidelines, and ethically governed donation practices in Saudi Arabia. These measures can improve healthcare outcomes, protect the environment, and support global health and sustainability goals. Full article
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