Spotlight on sustainable development and health

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A key objective of the UN's Agenda 2030 is health and well-being for all people regardless of age and where in the world they live. The intention is described in particular in Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) three of the agenda, but is also included on other SDGs. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet contribute every day to the work for sustainable development and health globally. Here we have collected a selection of web pages, news articles and features describing the efforts of our researchers.

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Agenda 2030 towards a better world

No poverty and no hunger, these are some of the goals that the world will have reached in year 2030. Countries of the world are now working with their own action plans. Researchers at KI take part in this work.

Happening at KI

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Universities important actors in global health work

How can science contribute to the world acheiving the global goals of sustainable development presented in Agenda 2030? The President of KI were among the researchers who recently met to discuss this issue. 
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He takes the train to international conferences

KI researcher Shervin Shahnavaz tries as far as possible to take the train instead of flying when he travels to international conferences. In this way, he reduces his own and the university's negative environmental impact.

Conference: Universities for a sustainable future

We all have a role to play in realising UN’s Agenda 2030 and its Sustainable Development Goals. Swedish colleges and universities have, for example, have a responsibility to  prepare the leaders of tomorrow to meet global challenges. On Saturday 30 March 2019, a conference will be held in Aula Medica to discuss these matters. Free admission, registration is required. Find out more...
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Project to improve drugs safety in East Africa

In recent years access to drugs and vaccines has been increasing in many African countries, but the systems for reporting side-effects require further development. KI is coordinating a project on drugs safety in four countries in East Africa
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Disaster Medicine at KI collaborates with WHO

In 2017, the Centre for Research on Health Care in Disasters at KI was designated a WHO Collaborating Centre by the World Health Organization. The aim of this initiative is to translate research into evidence-based practice. 
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Ten action points for better mental health

In spring 2018, researchers gathered at KI to discuss the challenges of the future for research on psychological treatments. Read more at KI News.
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Our work with environment and sustainability

An important part of KI’s sustainability work is to highlight and strengthen research and education that contribute to knowledge about how society affects human health. Equally important is the efforts to include environmental and social responsibility in the way our university is operated as organisation.

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The world’s number one infectious disease

The UN and WHO want to end tuberculosis infection worldwide by 2030. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet participate with knowledge, engagement and hard work. 
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With a passion for justice

Orphaned children in Africa who are not receiving HIV medicine or a young Swede who is ashamed of being HIV positive – Anna Mia Ekström is on their side. Meet a researcher with a passion for justice. 
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Perspective on antibiotic resistance

Global figures betray a worrying situation. At the same time, it appears the world has woken up. We take the temperature of the fight against antibiotic resistance. 
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Openness and acceptance a health factor

By studying homosexuals and bisexuals in 28 European countries, researchers have demonstrated how a country’s laws and attitudes directly impact the health of its citizens.
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Efforts on safe abortions to fight maternal mortality

A change in attitudes, increased knowledge and more healthcare providers trained to perform safe abortions is the recipe for fighting global maternal mortality.
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Smartphone app prevents disease outbreaks

The use of a smartphone app can contribute to early detection and prevention of infectious diseases in low-resource areas, according to a study in the Central African Republic. 
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They see the value of nature

What is so appealing about nature, and is it good for your health? Meet three researchers at Karolinska Institutet who study the health benefits of spending time in nature.
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He wants to eliminate malaria

Akira Kaneko will not rest until the island is free of malaria. After having eliminated malaria on the isolated island of Aneityum, it is time for the next challenge.
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Mosquito net safe to use in groin hernia repair

Using sterilised mosquito nets is a safe alternative for the 200 million people in low-income countries suffering from untreated groin hernias. 
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Foot on the brake – about road safety

Each year, around 250 people in Sweden die in road accidents and thousands are badly injured. Meet three researchers who understand the meaning of “Drive carefully!”
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Researchers recommend organic agriculture for human health

In a review of existing research, commissioned by a committee of the European Parliament, a group of European researchers has identified benefits of organic food production for human health. 

Look further

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Learn more about the global goals

The leaders of the world have committed to 17 global sustainable development goals (SDGs) to achieve four amazing things by 2030 – abolish extreme poverty, reduce inequalities and injustices in the world, promote peace and justice, and solve the climate crisis. Here you will learn more about the global goals.
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23 Jan 2019 by Katarina Sternudd.