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Manuel Hetzel @manuelhetzel.bsky.social · 27d

The autumn semester @unibas.ch is about to start and we are looking forward to welcoming 25 new PhD and 62 new MSc students at @swisstph.ch. About 1/2 of our students are from abroad, many from the Global South, creating a unique diverse atmosphere and many opportunities to learn from each other! 🌍🤗

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Manuel Hetzel @manuelhetzel.bsky.social · Jul 2

🇸🇷 And here’s another example how sustained commitment, investment, collaboration and inclusivity can bring about positive health impact! Congratulations to #Suriname on being certified #malaria free by @who.int!
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WHO @who.int · Jun 30

Congratulations 🎉 #Suriname is the first country in the Amazon region to be certified malaria-free by WHO.

This milestone is a testament to nearly 70 years of efforts to #EndMalaria across its vast rainforests & diverse communities 👉 bit.ly/44pLRCl

A social media tile shows a large gold medal with a star on a blue background. Text reads: "Suriname is officially malaria-free. #EndMalaria."

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Manuel Hetzel @manuelhetzel.bsky.social · Jun 27

In yesterday’s General Assembly of the @swissmalariagroup.bsky.social, our members (private industry, academia, NGOs, government, multilateral organizations) discussed how to ensure continued Swiss investment & innovation for a #malaria free world. It's been inspiring & motivating discussions!

Swiss Malaria Group @swissmalariagroup.bsky.social · Jun 27

Impressions from our #GeneralAssembly in Bern.

Together with SANTD, we explored projects to increase visibility for #Malaria & #NTDs. Thanks to all participants for a lively exchange.

@medicusmundich.bsky.social @roteskreuz-ch.bsky.social, @swisstph.ch @tdhfoundation.bsky.social @mmv.org

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Manuel Hetzel @manuelhetzel.bsky.social · Jun 12

It‘s been an exciting first day of our symposium “Malaria in Focus” at @swisstph.ch. Presentations covered exciting work done to increase our understanding of #malaria & drive innovation into new & better tools. Looking forward to more discussions tomorrow on how innovations can have a real #impact.

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Manuel Hetzel @manuelhetzel.bsky.social · Jun 11

Lookin forward to officially opening the 2-day
@swisstph.ch Symposium "Malaria in Focus: From Research to Global Action" tomorrow. We have an exciting programme on 12 & 13 June with distinguished speakers from around the world! Live stream 🔜 www.swisstph.ch/en/about/eve... #malaria

Malaria in Focus

Join our symposium to explore cutting-edge solutions in malaria research, policy, and implementation.

www.swisstph.ch

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WHO @who.int · May 19

In a landmark public health achievement, Papua New Guinea has been validated by WHO for eliminating #trachoma as a public health problem. Trachoma, a neglected tropical disease & the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness, no longer poses a public health threat in the country.

bit.ly/43wbr8C

Papua New Guinea eliminates trachoma as a public health problem

In a landmark public health achievement, Papua New Guinea (PNG) has been validated by the World Health Organization (WHO) for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem. Trachoma, a neglected tro...

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Swiss Malaria Group @swissmalariagroup.bsky.social · Apr 25

#Malaria & #NTDs continue to affect over a billion people.
With SANTD, we invited Swiss parliamentarians on a study tour to showcase Switzerland's critical role in #GlobalHealth.

📷 Myrta Brunner, @swisstph.ch
@evaherzog.bsky.social @barbaragysi.bsky.social @fabianmolina.ch @manuelhetzel.bsky.social

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Manuel Hetzel @manuelhetzel.bsky.social · Apr 25

#MalariaEndsWithUs #EndMalaria

Swiss Malaria Group @swissmalariagroup.bsky.social · Apr 25

#Weltmalariatag: Malaria bleibt trotz grosser Fortschritte ein globales Gesundheitsproblem, welches jährlich über eine halbe Million Menschenleben, vor allem Kinder unter fünf und Schwangere, fordert.

📷 Antonio Mendes, SMG

#Reinvest #Reimagine #Reignite #WorldMalariaDay @manuelhetzel.bsky.social

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Manuel Hetzel @manuelhetzel.bsky.social · Apr 10

Our @swisstph.ch symposium "Malaria in Focus: From Research to Global Action" takes place on 12 and 13 June in Allschwil near Basel. Check out the programme as many distinguished speakers are confirming their attendance. Register swiftly as spaces are filling up! I hope to see you there!

Swiss TPH @swisstph.ch · Feb 20

#Malaria remains one of the most pressing global health challenges, requiring a multidisciplinary approach and strong partnerships to drive sustainable progress. Join us for Malaria in Focus - a two-day symposium to reinvigorate the fight against malaria.
Find out more and register below:

Malaria in Focus

Join our symposium to explore cutting-edge solutions in malaria research, policy, and implementation.

www.swisstph.ch

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Swiss Malaria Group @swissmalariagroup.bsky.social · Mar 27

✋ We are joining @bsky.app!

The Swiss Malaria Group unites research institutions, public & private sectors and civil society to achieve a malaria-free world.

Our goal is to retain & strengthen the Swiss commitment in the fight against #malaria.🇨🇭

👉 Learn more: www.swissmalariagroup.ch/en/

Switzerland against Malaria: Successful together!

Switzerland is a pioneer in the fight against malaria. We have had many successes through the years and continue to pledge our knowledge, innovation and commitment to defeat malaria.

www.swissmalariagroup.ch

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Manuel Hetzel @manuelhetzel.bsky.social · Feb 27

Abrupt funding freezes by the US government have a direct impact on health programmes in the Global South while the amount of money that is saved this way is barely noticeable in the budget. #usaid

Swiss TPH @swisstph.ch · Feb 27

In an interview with #BaZ, Swiss TPH Director Jürg Utzinger talks about how the #USAID funding freeze is impacting Swiss TPH projects in Tanzania and Ukraine, disrupting crucial healthcare services, and the shift in global health funding.

Click the link below to read the full article.

US-Geldstopp trifft auch Allschwil: Trump-Entscheid hat harte Folgen für Swiss TPH

Die USA frieren ihre Hilfsgelder ein. Auch das Schweizerische Tropen- und Public-Health-Institut in Allschwil ist davon betroffen.

www.bazonline.ch

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Manuel Hetzel @manuelhetzel.bsky.social · Feb 11

With this inaugural post on bsky I want to put a spotlight on #partnership - in my opinion the key to success in our global efforts to eliminate #malaria. Institutions like RBM Partnership and @who.int are essential and they need our support as much as we need theirs! @swisstph.ch

Swiss TPH @swisstph.ch · Feb 3

Swiss TPH coordinates the RBM Partnership Working Groups on Vector Control (VCWG) and Multisectoral Action (MSWG). Join our events to advance the fight against #malaria!

🔹 20th Annual RBM VCWG Meeting, 3-5 March 2025: bit.ly/4g0ANj7

🔹 7th Annual RBM MSWG Meeting, 6-8 March 2025: bit.ly/3PWECeo

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