Dr. Chikwe & Vivianne Ihekweazu on Health Crises & Leadership

29/07/2025 56 min Temporada 1 Episodio 7

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of Global Health Uncensored, we sit down with two extraordinary global health leaders: Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, Assistant Director-General at the World Health Organization (WHO), and Mrs. Vivianne Ihekweazu, a renowned public health expert and communications professional. Together, they provide invaluable insights into pandemic preparedness, health system challenges, and the power of effective communication in shaping public health narratives.💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:Dr. Chikwe’s pivotal role at WHO and his experience leading Nigeria’s pandemic response.How global health security can be enhanced through epidemic intelligence.Mrs. Vivianne’s leadership in public health advocacy and the power of storytelling.The complexities of public health in Africa and how cultural beliefs impact disease prevention.📖 Key topics include:Pandemic preparedness & responseLeadership in public health crisesNavigating cultural challenges in healthcareMentoring the next generation of public health leaders

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