The Scan

The George Institute for Global Health•www.georgeinstitute.org

The Scan podcast from The George Institute for Global Health explores the latest research, emerging evidence, and crucial progress towards developing practical approaches towards better treatments, better care and healthier societies globally.
If you’re a medical professional, work in research, or are just passionate about global health, then this is the podcast for you.

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Episodes

A discussion about the Lancet Commission on Women and Cancer - Dr Ophira Ginsburg and Dr Carinna Hockham

This episode features a discussion with Dr Ophira Ginsburg and Dr Carinna Hockham about the Lancet Commission on Women and Cancer, currently underway. The Commission is exploring the relationship between gender, power and cancer, and is taking an intentionally broad, intersectional feminist approach to its investigation. Despite the Commission’s title the work is inclusive of all genders insofar as to explore how one’s gender identity might contribute to a person’s marginalised identities, which...

May 06, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 1

Perspectives, Practices, and Environmental Footprints of menstrual hygiene management in India

It is crucial that awareness and uptake of environment-friendly menstrual hygiene practices increase, but we must be aware of the challenges and misinformation that exist in this space. The most widely used menstrual products (disposable sanitary pads) are non-biodegradable so their disposal and waste management raise major environmental concerns. And while awareness of different types of menstrual products and practices (including more environment-friendly approaches) is slowly increasing in In...

Feb 16, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Tackling the stigma: Let’s talk about menstrual hygiene in India

Menstruation is a major taboo in India, with huge society-wide stigma around hygiene-related menstrual practices and needs . It is crucial to raise awareness around menstrual hygiene management to ensure the adoption of safe and sustainable menstrual practices. This must extend to sharing information on the range of sanitation products available and the respective impact these have on environment. In this episode of The Scan, we discuss the stigma and challenges around menstrual practices in Ind...

Dec 16, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Primary health care a fundamental right of communities in India

Primary health care is a cornerstone of a vibrant health system. It caters to the health needs of communities especially the vulnerable. Canvassing the significant health challenges across society through care delivery that must, fundamentally, be good quality, accessible, equitable, and affordable in times of crisis and calm In this episode of The Scan, we interview Drs Bob Mash and David Peiris , both experts in primary health care and founding members of the Primary Health Care Research Conso...

Nov 25, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 5

ASHAs the backbone of India’s primary health care

Community health workers or ASHAs (accredited social health activists) are a key resource in India’s health care system as non-physician health workers, affording vital connection between consumers and the health care system. Drawn from within the community, their unique reach and familiarity with the local population is a great asset that can be leveraged to improve healthcare delivery. In this episode of The Scan , we hear from Dr Rohina Joshi, Scientia Associate Professor of Global Health at ...

Nov 11, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Living through crisis: the COVID-19 situation in India

Over recent weeks, India has become the epicentre of the COVID-19 pandemic, with an over-burdened healthcare system, widely reported shortages of essential oxygen supplies, escalating case rates and lives lost. In this context, The George Institute for Global Health, India have released this special episode. Experts reflect on the huge challenges facing the country and its people, including of the shadow pandemic of domestic violence, and the mental health impacts of – and coping strategies for ...

May 25, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Fighting stigma in mental health in India

Stigma is a big barrier to seeking and providing mental health care in rural areas. In this podcast, our researchers talk about the various types of stigma that exists and how it inhibits people from seeking mental health care. The anti-stigma campaign implemented by The George Institute India in the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh is described in great detail along with efforts now being made to scale it up. Those who are interviewed in the episode include Dr Pallab Maulik, Head, Resea...

Apr 23, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Tackling common mental disorders in rural areas in India

Common mental disorders are on the rise in rural areas of India. In this podcast George Institute researchers describe how mental health can be taken to rural areas by empowering community health workers to diagnose common mental disorders. The program known as SMARTmental health has yielded promising results in the pilot phase and it is now being scaled up in Haryana and in Andhra Pradesh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 09, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 1

The Scan - Trailer

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Mar 18, 2021•2 min

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