Breaking the Silos – Primary Healthcare as the Bridge Between NCDs and Infectious Diseases

Join us for this thought-provoking World Health Summit (WHS) Side Event, organized by the Primary Healthcare Coalition (PHCC) and hosted by NGO-NEST, in partnership with leading global health organizations, including IDA, UNICEF, GAVI, Sightsavers, FIND, Amref Health Africa, and the Global Sepsis Alliance. This session will explore how primary healthcare can serve as a vital link between noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and infectious diseases, fostering stronger, more integrated, and resilient health systems. __________ Chapter Markers: 00:00:00 Countdown 00:03:17 Rodrigo Scotini – Opening Remarks 00:07:36 Anamaria Bejar – From Infection to Prevention: Integrating Immunization into NCD and Public Health Responses 00:21:13 Dr. Fouzia Shafique – Health for Equity: Integrating NCDs, IDs, and Community Systems Through Primary Healthcare 00:38:18 Panel Discussion, moderated by Dr. Simone Mancini 01:30:03 Rodrigo Scotini – Closing Remarks __________ Program Highlights: • Introduction by NGO-NEST • Opening Remarks: Rodrigo Scotini, Executive Director, Infectious Disease Alliance • Keynote Speakers: • Anamaria Bejar, Director of Public Policy Engagement – GAVI, the Vaccine Alliance • Dr. Fouzia Shafique, Associate Director, Health (PHC & MNCAH) – UNICEF • Panel Discussion: NCD–ID Linkages and Integrated Primary Healthcare Approaches • Interactive Q&A and Call to Action Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with global health leaders, researchers, and advocates working to bridge the gaps between NCDs and infectious diseases through integrated care. Register here: https://www.id-alliance.org/event-det... 2025 Global Sepsis Alliance Stop Sepsis – Save Lives