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Handbook on European law relating to asylum, borders and immigration - Edition 2014

European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights; European Court of Human Rights (2014) C1

This handbook provides an overview of the law applicable to asylum, border management and immigration in relation to European Union (EU) law and the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). It looks at the situation of those foreigners whom the EU usually refers to as third-country nationals. Thi ... more

Health Response to the Situation in Ar-Raqqa

World Health Organization WHO (2017) C_WHO

Establishing trauma referral pathways to provide urgent life-saving assistance for displaced populations and civilians remaining in Ar-Raqqa. In July 2017, a WHO team comprising an external trauma care specialist and two WHO staff members visited the governorates of Ar-Raqqa and neighbouring Al-Ha ... more

Public Health in Ukraine

akkon Hochschule für Humanwissenschaften; Institute for research in international assistance (2022) C2

Despite its rich culture, great economic potential, high level of education and last but not least its sheer size – it is the largest state whose borders lie entirely within Europe and is 1.7 times the size of the Federal Republic of Germany – Ukraine seems far away in perception and awareness. ... more

Standards for improving the quality of care for small and sick newborns in health facilities

World Health Organisation (WHO) (2019) C_WHO

The standards for the care of small and sick newborns in health facilities define, standardize and mainstream inpatient care of small and sick newborns, building on essential newborn care and ensuring consistency with the WHO quality of care framework. The standards will guide countries in caring fo ... more

Appui à la santé mentale et soutien psychosocial en cas de violence sexuelle liée aux conflits : principes et interventions

Organisation Mondiale de la Santé OMS (2018) C_WHO

Relief, Recovery and Resilient Reconstruction: Supporting Ukraine's Immediate and Medium-Term Economic Needs

World Bank Group Staff (2022) C1

As a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the people of Ukraine, especially the most vulnerable, are paying an enormous price. Lives and livelihoods are being lost, with more than ten million people forced from their homes— and their country—in search of safety. The war has unleashed catast ... more

A global brief on vector-borne diseases

World Health Organization (2014) C_WHO

With this World Health Day, WHO is drawing attention to a group of diseases that are spread by insects and other vectors, the heavy health and economic burdens they impose, and what needs to be done to reduce these burdens. Many of these diseases have been historically confined to distinct geographi ... more

Framework for strengthening integration of mental health in programs

Catholic Relief Services; USAID; PEPFAR; 4 Children (Coordinating Comprehensive Care for Children); et al. (2018) C2

For children orphaned or made vulnerable by HIV (OVC)

Thematic segment: Mental Health and HIV/AIDS – Promoting human rights, an integrated and person-centered approach to improving art adherence, well-being and quality of life

UNAIDS; STRIVE (2018) C2

1-13 December 2018 | Geneva, Switzerland UNAIDS Programme Coordinating Board Issue date: 23 November 2018 UNAIDS/PCB (43)/18.32

The Lancet Commission on lessons for the future from the COVID-19 pandemic

Sachs, J., Karim, S., Aknin, L. et al. The Lancet Commissions (2022) CC

This Commission report aims to contribute to a new era of multilateral cooperation based on strong UN institutions to reduce the dangers of COVID-19, forestall the next pandemic, and enable the world to achieve the agreed goals of sustainable development, human rights, and peace that governments are ... more

Family Planning

IPPF ESEAOR, UNFPA (2008)

Training On The Misp For Sexual And Reproductive Health In Crisis Part 2

War wounds with fractures : a guide to surgical management

David I. Rowley (1996)

This publication addresses the management of war wounds by non-specialist surgeons in situations where resources and expertise are limited. It is intended to be a pratical guide whether or not the surgeon has a special training in orthopaedic trauma.

Community-Based Surveillance: guiding principles

International Federation of Red Cross And Red Crescent Societies (2017) C1

Establishing a community-based disease surveillance system is key step to improving the early detection and assessment of outbreaks

Disclosure of HIV Status Toolkit for Pediatric and Adolescent Populations

N. Rakhmanina; J. Kose; K. Wallner; et al. Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric New Horizons (Advancing Pediatric HIV Care) ; Johnson & Johnson; AIDS Foundation (Until no child has AIDS); Children & Aids (2019) C2

Accessed: 26.10.2019

Principles to guide health system recovery and transformation in Ukraine

World Health Organization WHO (2022) C_WHO

Despite the continuing war in Ukraine, the Government is preparing for the country’s recovery and reconstruction. Given the magnitude of the attacks on the health infrastructure and consequent disruption to health system functioning, reconstruction of the health system is integral to the country� ... more

Global Report on assistive technology
recommended

World Health Organization WHO (2022) C_WHO

The report notes that the number of people in need of one or more assistive products is likely to rise to 3.5 billion by 2050, due to populations ageing and the prevalence of noncommunicable diseases rising across the world. The report also highlights the vast gap in access between low- and high-inc ... more

Achieving Regional Integration: The key to success for the fight against hunger in West Africa

Frederic Mousseau ACF International Network and the Oakland Institute (2011)

Zero Hunger Phase 3

Recovering from the Ebola Crisis: A summary report

UN Development Programme (2015)

In response to a call by the United Nations Secretary-General and the Governments of Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone, an international team conducted an Ebola Recovery Assessment.The aim was to contribute towards laying the foundation for short-, medium- and long-term recovery while the medical eme ... more

Benin: Ebola Virus Disease - n° MDRBJ014 - DREF Final Report

International Federation of Red Cross And Red Crescent Societies (2015)