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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 1d

For PharmaBoardroom, our CEO, @jayiyer.bsky.social, writes about what it will take to shape the next century of #diabetes care, calling for systemic collaboration between industry, governments & investors to ensure no one is left behind. Read more➡️ accesstomedicinefoundation.org/in-the-media...

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 1d

For PharmaBoardroom, our CEO, @jayiyer.bsky.social, writes about what it will take to shape the next century of #diabetes care, calling for systemic collaboration between industry, governments & investors to ensure no one is left behind. Read more➡️ accesstomedicinefoundation.org/in-the-media...

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 1d

NOW ONLINE: Methodology for the 2026 Access to Medicine Index #ATMI26
As #GlobalHealth funding tightens, company action on innovation, delivery & affordability is crucial. The 2026 Index Methodology zeroes in on scalable actions for lasting impact➡️ accesstomedicinefoundation.org/news/2026-in...

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 3d

The Foundation welcomes Ethiopia’s recognition as an ML3 regulatory system – a milestone for access to quality, safe & effective medical products. Our recent review explores what ML3 means for expanding clinical trial research & company engagement across Africa➡️ tinyurl.com/3h6bh8sa

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 4d

For PharmaBoardroom, Patrick Burton writes about the Foundation’s latest review of the clinical trial landscape in Africa. The article explores why the continent remains underrepresented & highlights the progress being made. Read more➡️ accesstomedicinefoundation.org/in-the-media...

“No Reason to Delay”: Pharma Urged to Invest in African Clinical Trials | Access to Medicine

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 5d

What will it take to close the biggest gaps in #WomensHealth R&D? Maya Goldstein of @impactglobalhealth.bsky.social,
joined @jayiyer.bsky.social on The #HealthEquity podcast, to discuss underfunded conditions, persistent barriers & how to turn ideas into action. Listen now➡️ bit.ly/42McPUI

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 11d

The Health Equity #podcast is now on Spotify! Hosted by our CEO, @jayiyer.bsky.social, it features conversations with #healthcare leaders, innovators & changemakers. Together, they explore challenges & solutions for improving #Access2Meds in #LMICs. Listen here➡️ bit.ly/46VqriU #GlobalHealth

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 15d

#HiringAlert 📣 We are looking for an LMIC Coordinator (8-month maternity cover)!
The role supports engagement with governments & global health partners to drive access to healthcare in LMICs. Freelance applications welcome.
Apply here➡️ accesstomedicinefoundation.org/low-and-midd... #hiring #vacancy

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 17d

Today at #UNGA, we co-hosted a roundtable with PGIM & Jennison Associates on strengthening patient reach metrics. Investors stressed metrics must be decision-useful, while companies noted the need for accountability, with executive incentives emerging as an area for future collaboration.

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 19d

Africa carries one-quarter of the global disease burden but hosted only 1.1% of all #ClinicalTrials in 2023. Our Continuous Intelligence Unit's latest review outlines 3⃣ key enablers to help overcome barriers & scale trials across the continent. Read more➡️ tinyurl.com/3h6bh8sa

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · 23d

In collaboration with @medaccess.bsky.social, we're hosting a networking reception alongside #UNGA80, bringing together #pharma, donors, multilateral organisations & #LMICs governments. The reception will feature a panel on #GlobalHealth financing. Learn more➡️ tinyurl.com/4m4nmayv

Foundation to co-host networking reception with MedAccess, alongside UNGA | Access to Medicine

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Sep 11

Limited health budgets & supply delays mean access to #diabetes care in Pacific island countries remains uncertain. How can #pharma, governments & partners address the unique access challenges in the region? Read more in our paper➡️ bit.ly/45GJBbW #insulin #Access2Meds #HealthEquity #GlobalHealth

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Sep 8

In Kiribati, Marshall Islands & Samoa, over 24% of adults live with #diabetes, more than double the global average. Our paper outlines solutions needed to secure sustainable access to diabetes care across nine Pacific island countries. Read more➡️ bit.ly/45GJBbW

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Sep 4

The Western Pacific region faces a growing #diabetes crisis, yet access to #insulin & other essential medicines remains limited. Our new paper explores access challenges across 9 Pacific island countries & sets out practical steps to close the gaps. Read more➡️ bit.ly/45GJBbW

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Sep 3

📣 We’re #hiring a Government Engagement & Policy Officer!
In this role, you'll work with governments, multilateral organisations & funders to shape policies, foster partnerships & help translate our research into action. Apply here➡️ accesstomedicinefoundation.org/government-e... #vacancy

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Sep 2

Are you a keen writer & editor who thrives on crafting crisp, clear prose? Join our team & work closely with our policy experts & researchers to help shape & structure findings & insights into digestible texts➡️ accesstomedicinefoundation.org/writer-editor #hiring #HiringAlert #NGOJobs

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Sep 1

In episode 5⃣ of The #HealthEquity podcast, @jayiyer.bsky.social speaks with Dr Boitumelo Semete-Makokotlela, CEO of SAHPRA, about the role of regulators as enablers of #Access2Meds in Africa & what's changing across the continent. Catch this & other episodes➡️ bit.ly/47DVz7s #GlobalHealth #podcast

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Aug 26

How can #investors help expand #Access2Meds in #LMICs? In episode 3️⃣ of The Health Equity podcast, @jayiyer.bsky.social talks with PGGM’s Rogier Snijdewind about responsible investment as a catalyst for change in #GlobalHealth. Catch this & other episodes➡️ bit.ly/47DVz7s #GlobalHealth #podcast

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Aug 20

In the second episode of The #HealthEquity podcast, Dr Fatima Cardoso, President of the ABC Global Alliance, joins @jayiyer.bsky.social to discuss why “health systems were not built with women’s needs in mind” & what must change to advance #HealthEquity. Catch this & other episodes➡️ bit.ly/47DVz7s

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Aug 19

✍️ Yeva Margaryan spoke with our CEO, @jayiyer.bsky.social, for CancerWorld magazine on the urgent need to close the gap in #CancerCare. The feature highlights the Foundation’s role in advancing #HealthEquity & holding #pharma companies accountable. Read more➡️ bit.ly/4oyygC2 #Access2Meds

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Aug 15

📣 Join our team in Amsterdam! We’re looking for an Interim Investor Engagement Officer to engage with institutional investors & support collaborative initiatives that improve access to medicine. Interested? Learn more & apply➡ bit.ly/4fXk2Hf #hiring #vacancy #HiringAlert #NGOJobs

Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Aug 14

#HiringAlert We're looking for a hands-on Communications Officer to join our team in Amsterdam! Help deliver high-impact campaigns, shape bold content & bring our global mission to life. Interested? Apply now👉 bit.ly/4n4hZ7h #hiring #vacancy #CommsJobs #NGOJobs

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Aug 12

For the first episode of The #HealthEquity podcast, our CEO, @jayiyer.bsky.social, sat down with Dr Joseph Saba, CEO of Axios International, to discuss #ATMI24 & how #pharma is addressing access challenges. What’s working, what’s not & what comes next? Listen to the podcast series➡️ bit.ly/45gcjjL

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Aug 5

In the latest episode of The #HealthEquity podcast, our CEO, @jayiyer.bsky.social, speaks with Florence Riako Anam, Co-Executive Director at @gnpplus.bsky.social, on how meaningful #patient engagement can lead to more equitable health systems. Listen now➡️ bit.ly/40Teirv #Access2Meds #GlobalHealth

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Access to Medicine Foundation @accesstomedicinefoundation.org · Jul 31

This year, we launched The Health Equity #podcast 🎙️, a new platform to hear directly from the people working to close access gaps in #healthcare. Listen to the latest episodes, where we explore innovative solutions & share powerful stories of impact➡️ bit.ly/4lZW7Jo #Access2Meds #GlobalHealth