Vital Strategies
@vitalstrategies.org
We are a global public health organization partnering with governments to build resilient public health systems and advance solutions for chronic disease, injuries & climate health threats.
Last week, 37 participants from 19 countries convened in Cebu, Philippines for a multi-day #DataToPolicy workshop on decision modeling for health economic evaluation. Thank you to Vanderbilt's Center for Health Economic Modeling, CDC Foundation, and the Department of Health, Philippines. #DataImpact
February 5, 2026 at 10:08 PM
Last week, 37 participants from 19 countries convened in Cebu, Philippines for a multi-day #DataToPolicy workshop on decision modeling for health economic evaluation. Thank you to Vanderbilt's Center for Health Economic Modeling, CDC Foundation, and the Department of Health, Philippines. #DataImpact
🚨 Ultra-processed foods are engineered for repeat consumption. New evidence shows #UPFs rapidly deliver ingredients that reinforce cravings, strengthening the case for warning labels, health taxes and marketing restrictions to create healthier food environments. https://vitalstrat.org/4rqYuHd
Ultra-processed foods should be treated more like cigarettes than food – study
UPFs are made to encourage addiction and consumption and should be regulated like tobacco, say researchers
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February 4, 2026 at 8:00 PM
🚨 Ultra-processed foods are engineered for repeat consumption. New evidence shows #UPFs rapidly deliver ingredients that reinforce cravings, strengthening the case for warning labels, health taxes and marketing restrictions to create healthier food environments. https://vitalstrat.org/4rqYuHd
On #WorldCancerDay, we’re highlighting cancer registries, from Guinea’s reestablished national registry to WHO-recognized training, reaching learners in 130+ countries. Learn more about the course at: https://vitalstrat.org/46gxpOS
Reliable data saves lives. #Data4Health
Reliable data saves lives. #Data4Health
February 4, 2026 at 2:46 PM
On #WorldCancerDay, we’re highlighting cancer registries, from Guinea’s reestablished national registry to WHO-recognized training, reaching learners in 130+ countries. Learn more about the course at: https://vitalstrat.org/46gxpOS
Reliable data saves lives. #Data4Health
Reliable data saves lives. #Data4Health
Interested in strengthening MPOWER policy implementation and countering tobacco industry interference that undermines public health policy?
New rounds of funding for tobacco control projects are now open.
Apply for funding by February 25: https://www.tobaccocontrolgrants.org/apply-for-a-grant
New rounds of funding for tobacco control projects are now open.
Apply for funding by February 25: https://www.tobaccocontrolgrants.org/apply-for-a-grant
February 3, 2026 at 8:07 PM
Interested in strengthening MPOWER policy implementation and countering tobacco industry interference that undermines public health policy?
New rounds of funding for tobacco control projects are now open.
Apply for funding by February 25: https://www.tobaccocontrolgrants.org/apply-for-a-grant
New rounds of funding for tobacco control projects are now open.
Apply for funding by February 25: https://www.tobaccocontrolgrants.org/apply-for-a-grant
Join us and CDC Foundation on February 9 in New Delhi for a pre-conference workshop on the use of mortality data ahead of India’s National Symposium & Stakeholder Consultation to Strengthen Mortality Information System.
Register here: https://vitalstrat.org/4q9xNFZ
Register here: https://vitalstrat.org/4q9xNFZ
February 3, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Join us and CDC Foundation on February 9 in New Delhi for a pre-conference workshop on the use of mortality data ahead of India’s National Symposium & Stakeholder Consultation to Strengthen Mortality Information System.
Register here: https://vitalstrat.org/4q9xNFZ
Register here: https://vitalstrat.org/4q9xNFZ
Proposed changes by the EPA could weaken protections for public health by downplaying the benefits of clean air policies.
Sumi Mehta, of Vital Strategies, explains why ignoring human lives saved in policy decisions risks reversing decades of progress.
Learn more: https://vitalstrat.org/3NQU7a5
Sumi Mehta, of Vital Strategies, explains why ignoring human lives saved in policy decisions risks reversing decades of progress.
Learn more: https://vitalstrat.org/3NQU7a5
February 2, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Proposed changes by the EPA could weaken protections for public health by downplaying the benefits of clean air policies.
Sumi Mehta, of Vital Strategies, explains why ignoring human lives saved in policy decisions risks reversing decades of progress.
Learn more: https://vitalstrat.org/3NQU7a5
Sumi Mehta, of Vital Strategies, explains why ignoring human lives saved in policy decisions risks reversing decades of progress.
Learn more: https://vitalstrat.org/3NQU7a5
A Faixa Azul, prioritária para motociclistas em São Paulo, é sinônimo de mais segurança no trânsito? Os dados mostram que a resposta não é tão simples.
Acesse aqui o relatório executivo e completo para saber mais!
➡️ http://www.vitalstrategies.org/FaixaAzul
Acesse aqui o relatório executivo e completo para saber mais!
➡️ http://www.vitalstrategies.org/FaixaAzul
January 30, 2026 at 3:01 PM
A Faixa Azul, prioritária para motociclistas em São Paulo, é sinônimo de mais segurança no trânsito? Os dados mostram que a resposta não é tão simples.
Acesse aqui o relatório executivo e completo para saber mais!
➡️ http://www.vitalstrategies.org/FaixaAzul
Acesse aqui o relatório executivo e completo para saber mais!
➡️ http://www.vitalstrategies.org/FaixaAzul
Did you know you in certain cities in the United States you can get naloxone, the overdose reversal medicine, sent to your home discreetly and for free? Check out https://youcansavelives.org to learn more.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Did you know you in certain cities in the United States you can get naloxone, the overdose reversal medicine, sent to your home discreetly and for free? Check out https://youcansavelives.org to learn more.
Early detection saves lives. In Lao PDR, mobile clinics screened 4,000+ residents, finding high rates of hypertension and diabetes. Vital Strategies’ project with Sanofi is driving new momentum for NCD care. https://vitalstrat.org/4hy82wl
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January 27, 2026 at 5:51 PM
Early detection saves lives. In Lao PDR, mobile clinics screened 4,000+ residents, finding high rates of hypertension and diabetes. Vital Strategies’ project with Sanofi is driving new momentum for NCD care. https://vitalstrat.org/4hy82wl
Cambodia is joining forces to end gender-based violence.
↪️ Read more: https://vitalstrat.org/4oSrMxC
↪️ Read more: https://vitalstrat.org/4oSrMxC
January 23, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Cambodia is joining forces to end gender-based violence.
↪️ Read more: https://vitalstrat.org/4oSrMxC
↪️ Read more: https://vitalstrat.org/4oSrMxC
Listening to the stories of communities most impacted by the overdose crisis can help reveal the human experience of navigating systems that may not always see the person beyond their struggles. We spoke with people who have lived and living experience to hear their stories: https://lovedignity.org
January 22, 2026 at 9:13 PM
Listening to the stories of communities most impacted by the overdose crisis can help reveal the human experience of navigating systems that may not always see the person beyond their struggles. We spoke with people who have lived and living experience to hear their stories: https://lovedignity.org
En México, el consumo de alcohol cobra más de 40,000 vidas al año.
Pero existe una política pública que puede cambiar esta historia: Aumentar los impuestos al alcohol.
Aprende más a través de la campaña de nuestro socio El Poder Consumidor: vitalstrat.org/49yoP02
Pero existe una política pública que puede cambiar esta historia: Aumentar los impuestos al alcohol.
Aprende más a través de la campaña de nuestro socio El Poder Consumidor: vitalstrat.org/49yoP02
January 22, 2026 at 4:28 PM
En México, el consumo de alcohol cobra más de 40,000 vidas al año.
Pero existe una política pública que puede cambiar esta historia: Aumentar los impuestos al alcohol.
Aprende más a través de la campaña de nuestro socio El Poder Consumidor: vitalstrat.org/49yoP02
Pero existe una política pública que puede cambiar esta historia: Aumentar los impuestos al alcohol.
Aprende más a través de la campaña de nuestro socio El Poder Consumidor: vitalstrat.org/49yoP02
Viet Nam has signed the National Action Program on CRVS for 2026-2030, a landmark commitment to a #CRVS system #CountingEveryone with @unfpa.org.
Learn more about #TheLifesavingPotentialOfDeathData and the @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social #Data4Health Initiative: https://vitalstrat.org/4b7h2rj
Learn more about #TheLifesavingPotentialOfDeathData and the @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social #Data4Health Initiative: https://vitalstrat.org/4b7h2rj
January 21, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Viet Nam has signed the National Action Program on CRVS for 2026-2030, a landmark commitment to a #CRVS system #CountingEveryone with @unfpa.org.
Learn more about #TheLifesavingPotentialOfDeathData and the @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social #Data4Health Initiative: https://vitalstrat.org/4b7h2rj
Learn more about #TheLifesavingPotentialOfDeathData and the @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social #Data4Health Initiative: https://vitalstrat.org/4b7h2rj
Como a Faixa Azul impacta a segurança viária na prática? Participe do webinar de lançamento de um estudo independente com dados inéditos sobre sinistros, velocidade e percepções de motociclistas em São Paulo.
📅 30 jan 2026 | 💻 Online
Inscreva-se: https://vitalstrat.org/4b52455
📅 30 jan 2026 | 💻 Online
Inscreva-se: https://vitalstrat.org/4b52455
January 21, 2026 at 6:11 PM
Como a Faixa Azul impacta a segurança viária na prática? Participe do webinar de lançamento de um estudo independente com dados inéditos sobre sinistros, velocidade e percepções de motociclistas em São Paulo.
📅 30 jan 2026 | 💻 Online
Inscreva-se: https://vitalstrat.org/4b52455
📅 30 jan 2026 | 💻 Online
Inscreva-se: https://vitalstrat.org/4b52455
How can states and health care organizations expand access to evidence-based SUD care, including harm reduction, for #Medicaid beneficiaries? Check out practical strategies in this new brief, supported by @VitalStrat. https://bit.ly/48L4jrd
Integrating Harm Reduction into Health Care Settings Serving Medicaid Members - Center for Health Care Strategies
This new brief outlines practical strategies for health care organizations and states to advance harm reduction for Medicaid members, with the goal of improving outcomes and reducing costs.
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January 20, 2026 at 6:12 PM
How can states and health care organizations expand access to evidence-based SUD care, including harm reduction, for #Medicaid beneficiaries? Check out practical strategies in this new brief, supported by @VitalStrat. https://bit.ly/48L4jrd
Cities are shaping the future of #GlobalHealth.
From climate risks to food environments, lessons from #ICUH show why collaboration, strong governance, and city-to-city learning matter more than ever.
Read Dr. Natacha Berkowitz’s reflections: https://vitalstrat.org/3Nn0aD2
From climate risks to food environments, lessons from #ICUH show why collaboration, strong governance, and city-to-city learning matter more than ever.
Read Dr. Natacha Berkowitz’s reflections: https://vitalstrat.org/3Nn0aD2
January 16, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Cities are shaping the future of #GlobalHealth.
From climate risks to food environments, lessons from #ICUH show why collaboration, strong governance, and city-to-city learning matter more than ever.
Read Dr. Natacha Berkowitz’s reflections: https://vitalstrat.org/3Nn0aD2
From climate risks to food environments, lessons from #ICUH show why collaboration, strong governance, and city-to-city learning matter more than ever.
Read Dr. Natacha Berkowitz’s reflections: https://vitalstrat.org/3Nn0aD2
We are honored to help LA County continue to save lives by raising awareness of the life saving services and care they are providing for people who need help.
Learn more about their work, how to can be involved, and where to find #harmreduction care in LA County by visiting https://bylaforla.org
Learn more about their work, how to can be involved, and where to find #harmreduction care in LA County by visiting https://bylaforla.org
January 15, 2026 at 8:45 PM
We are honored to help LA County continue to save lives by raising awareness of the life saving services and care they are providing for people who need help.
Learn more about their work, how to can be involved, and where to find #harmreduction care in LA County by visiting https://bylaforla.org
Learn more about their work, how to can be involved, and where to find #harmreduction care in LA County by visiting https://bylaforla.org
Reducing the affordability of sugary drinks and alcoholic products with #healthtaxes is the number 1 way to drive down consumption, raise revenue and improve health.
Read the new report from @who.int ⬇️
Read the new report from @who.int ⬇️
Harmful drinks are getting cheaper, not healthier.
WHO data shows sugary drinks & alcoholic products are now more affordable in most countries—including for young people.
This is a global warning sign. Raise taxes to protect health.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4szr4rv
WHO data shows sugary drinks & alcoholic products are now more affordable in most countries—including for young people.
This is a global warning sign. Raise taxes to protect health.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4szr4rv
January 14, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Reducing the affordability of sugary drinks and alcoholic products with #healthtaxes is the number 1 way to drive down consumption, raise revenue and improve health.
Read the new report from @who.int ⬇️
Read the new report from @who.int ⬇️
Looking back at COP30 🌱🌎
For the first time, the world gathered in the Amazon to discuss climate change. At #COP30, Vital Strategies and its partners contributed to discussions highlighting health as a critical dimension of the climate agenda.
For the first time, the world gathered in the Amazon to discuss climate change. At #COP30, Vital Strategies and its partners contributed to discussions highlighting health as a critical dimension of the climate agenda.
January 14, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Looking back at COP30 🌱🌎
For the first time, the world gathered in the Amazon to discuss climate change. At #COP30, Vital Strategies and its partners contributed to discussions highlighting health as a critical dimension of the climate agenda.
For the first time, the world gathered in the Amazon to discuss climate change. At #COP30, Vital Strategies and its partners contributed to discussions highlighting health as a critical dimension of the climate agenda.
FACT: Cheap alcohol and sugary drinks come with a high health cost.
Two new @who.int reports call for higher taxes on these harmful products to #ActOnNCDs.
Join the launch on 13 January with WHO and NCD Alliance. Register here: https://bit.ly/Alcohol_SSB_taxation_webinar
Two new @who.int reports call for higher taxes on these harmful products to #ActOnNCDs.
Join the launch on 13 January with WHO and NCD Alliance. Register here: https://bit.ly/Alcohol_SSB_taxation_webinar
January 12, 2026 at 4:17 PM
FACT: Cheap alcohol and sugary drinks come with a high health cost.
Two new @who.int reports call for higher taxes on these harmful products to #ActOnNCDs.
Join the launch on 13 January with WHO and NCD Alliance. Register here: https://bit.ly/Alcohol_SSB_taxation_webinar
Two new @who.int reports call for higher taxes on these harmful products to #ActOnNCDs.
Join the launch on 13 January with WHO and NCD Alliance. Register here: https://bit.ly/Alcohol_SSB_taxation_webinar
📊 New tools for change.
Our latest Trouble Brewing report is here! And it offers the evidence and insights needed to advance effective alcohol policies worldwide.
Ready to be part of the solution? Read Trouble Brewing and discover what works.
➡️ vitalstrat.org/48INCwM
Our latest Trouble Brewing report is here! And it offers the evidence and insights needed to advance effective alcohol policies worldwide.
Ready to be part of the solution? Read Trouble Brewing and discover what works.
➡️ vitalstrat.org/48INCwM
January 9, 2026 at 7:36 PM
📊 New tools for change.
Our latest Trouble Brewing report is here! And it offers the evidence and insights needed to advance effective alcohol policies worldwide.
Ready to be part of the solution? Read Trouble Brewing and discover what works.
➡️ vitalstrat.org/48INCwM
Our latest Trouble Brewing report is here! And it offers the evidence and insights needed to advance effective alcohol policies worldwide.
Ready to be part of the solution? Read Trouble Brewing and discover what works.
➡️ vitalstrat.org/48INCwM
A través de la Alianza de Ciudades Saludables, Santo Domingo ha tomado medidas decisivas para reducir muertes prevenibles por siniestros viales, incluyendo la aprobación de un límite de velocidad de 50 km/h en avenidas principales.
Más información aquí ⬇️
#CitiesForHealth #CiudadesSaludables
Más información aquí ⬇️
#CitiesForHealth #CiudadesSaludables
January 7, 2026 at 5:10 PM
A través de la Alianza de Ciudades Saludables, Santo Domingo ha tomado medidas decisivas para reducir muertes prevenibles por siniestros viales, incluyendo la aprobación de un límite de velocidad de 50 km/h en avenidas principales.
Más información aquí ⬇️
#CitiesForHealth #CiudadesSaludables
Más información aquí ⬇️
#CitiesForHealth #CiudadesSaludables
“Next-generation public health systems need to be powered by digital infrastructure, because data is what ensures people get the services they need.” At #GDHF2025 our CEO Mary-Ann Etiebet joined TechChange to discuss why digital systems are essential to public health: https://vitalstrat.org/3Lhvp1G
GDHF 2025 Pop-Up Studio: Mary Ann Etiebet
Follow TechChange on Twitter at @TechChange and see our latest course listings here: https://www.techchange.org/online-courses/
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January 6, 2026 at 6:05 PM
“Next-generation public health systems need to be powered by digital infrastructure, because data is what ensures people get the services they need.” At #GDHF2025 our CEO Mary-Ann Etiebet joined TechChange to discuss why digital systems are essential to public health: https://vitalstrat.org/3Lhvp1G
Advocacy is about partnership, patience and policies rooted in science.
Yolonda Richardson, CEO of @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social and Mary-Ann Etiebet, CEO of @vitalstrategies.org, share what it takes to achieve sustainable public health change.
Watch the event at https://vitalstrat.org/4986yqi
Yolonda Richardson, CEO of @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social and Mary-Ann Etiebet, CEO of @vitalstrategies.org, share what it takes to achieve sustainable public health change.
Watch the event at https://vitalstrat.org/4986yqi
January 5, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Advocacy is about partnership, patience and policies rooted in science.
Yolonda Richardson, CEO of @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social and Mary-Ann Etiebet, CEO of @vitalstrategies.org, share what it takes to achieve sustainable public health change.
Watch the event at https://vitalstrat.org/4986yqi
Yolonda Richardson, CEO of @tobaccofreekids.bsky.social and Mary-Ann Etiebet, CEO of @vitalstrategies.org, share what it takes to achieve sustainable public health change.
Watch the event at https://vitalstrat.org/4986yqi
Alcohol is taking a massive toll on health, communities and economies, yet too many countries lack policies to protect people. Trouble Brewing: The Case for Alcohol Policy, breaks down the latest evidence on alcohol’s harms and outlines policy solutions that work. https://vitalstrat.org/48INCwM
December 31, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Alcohol is taking a massive toll on health, communities and economies, yet too many countries lack policies to protect people. Trouble Brewing: The Case for Alcohol Policy, breaks down the latest evidence on alcohol’s harms and outlines policy solutions that work. https://vitalstrat.org/48INCwM