Amid shifting geopolitical dynamics, constrained funding, and ongoing global health emergencies, the integration of disease-specific programs into broader health systems has become essential to sustaining and accelerating progress in disease elimination. In response to this, the Global Institute for Disease Elimination (GLIDE) convened a high-level event during the 78th World Health Assembly, continuing its work on exploring integration as a means to accelerate disease elimination. Bringing together policymakers, donors, researchers, and implementing partners, the event explored how pragmatic, country-led, and performance-oriented integration can align programs, optimize resources, and adapt to local contexts. Drawing on global evidence, country case studies, and partner insights, participants emphasized integration as a strategic imperative to maintain momentum against diseases such as malaria, polio, and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).
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