Learning and knowledge sharing are fundamental to the LHSS Project. We invite you to search LHSS knowledge products and resources for the latest approaches, insights, and learning in the field of integrated health systems strengthening.
![Stakeholders at event celebrating collaboration between LHSS Colombia and Novartis](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-06/110624%20-%20Evento%20lanzamiento%20Novartis%20II.jpg?itok=pHicTJ_l)
LHSS Colombia collaborates with Novartis to create an alliance focused on training health professionals to improve early detection of chronic diseases, ensure accurate diagnostics, provide up-to-date treatments, and offer comprehensive care and emotional support.
![Namibia UHC Policy Brief](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-06/Namibia%20Policy%20Brief%20cover.png?itok=iWV1i2EI)
This policy brief proposes that Namibia should prioritize strengthening the tax-funded public health system provided through the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MOHSS) as the backbone of its UHC financing approach over other pooling options.
The Ministry of Health in Madagascar, with support from LHSS and WHO, launched the 2022 Health Accounts exercise, a milestone for regular health resource tracking.
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Telling stories about migration and health has become a priority for a country that, today, has more than 2.5 million Venezuelan migrants; half of them recognizing themselves as living in poverty. The workshops will be held in 11 municipalities and will discuss how to address these types of stories so as not to misinform or cause stigma.
![Nigeria LASHMA News](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-05/51a7c01d-cca5-4769-80f8-93a1a2bd0ecf.jpg?itok=wD364ddJ)
LHSS Nigeria supported LASHMA to host the retreat – both technical and financial support. LHSS has been supporting LASHMA and will continue to provide technical assistance to LASHMA for improved UHC coverage.
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LHSS Chief of Party in Peru, Paulina Giusti learns what three organizations in Peru and Colombia are doing to improve access and link people with mental health needs to the services they require through psychosocial support networks.
![Learnings from the Establishment of a Health Financing Unit in Timor-Leste](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-04/Learnings%20from%20the%20Establishment%20of%20a%20Health%20Financing%20Unit%20in%20Timor-Leste.png?itok=mTimCMR2)
This document outlines the strategic process of establishing a Health Financing Unit (HFU) by the Ministry of Health(MOH) and USAID Health System Sustainability Activity(the Activity). It highlights key milestones, challenges, and lessons learned, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and tailored capacity building.
![Empowering Mental Health LHSS Colombia’s Multifaceted Approach](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-03/Empowering%20Mental%20Health%20LHSS%20Colombia%E2%80%99s%20Multifaceted%20Approach.png?itok=j7bsGtc-)
LHSS Colombia collaborated with national and local health authorities to address the mental health challenges exacerbated by the pandemic and mixed migration.
![Colombia strengthens health systems for migrants](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-03/Fotos%20LHSS%20%288%29.jpg?itok=AFbOzFoN)
LHSS Colombia works with national governments to enhance the health system, focusing on local leadership, care, and integration in cities with high migratory flows like Bogotá, Cali, and Medellín.
![Namibia SOP Training teaser](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-03/Namibia_SOP%20Training_0.jpg?itok=RhaQLezB)
The Ministry of Health and Social Services gathered stakeholders at Midgard Country Estate to consult on standard operating procedures for social contracting. The goal: reach consensus on implementation plans and outline the path ahead, encompassing regional dissemination, pilot planning, and early implementation phases scheduled for later in the year.
![HSS Practice Spotlight Brief Integrating and Including Migrants in National Health Systems](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-03/HSS%20Practice%20Spotlight%20Brief%20Integrating%20and%20Including%20Migrants%20in%20National%20Health%20Systems.png?itok=lqe4tWrz)
With increased migration around the world posing unique challenges and opportunities for health systems, efforts to better integrate and include migrants and host communities in national health systems are an integral part of the global health equity agenda.
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This brief describes opportunities to improve financial protection programs using behavior change approaches. The Practice Spotlights Social and Behavior Change series supports USAID’s Vision for Health System Strengthening 2030 by exploring how social and behavior change approaches can contribute to countries’ health system strengthening efforts.
![Namibia ESHP REVISION HIRES](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-02/Namibia_ESHP%20revision_hires_0.jpg?itok=nB4tdPyV)
Explore how the Ministry of Health and Social Services in Namibia, with support from the LHSS Project, is transforming health care access through the revised Essential Health Services Package.
![Kazakhstan Meeting 2.9](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-02/426252448_785353296964967_8140811615553209978_n.jpg?itok=7H250kjj)
With LHSS support, the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted an Interagency Technical Working Group Coordination Meeting in Astana. Ministries of Health, Veterinary Services, Agriculture, and Ecology, alongside international organizations, discussed collaborative preparedness, human resource capacity for One Health, and joint disease investigation.
![Tajikistan news story](/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2024-02/Tajikistan%20news%20story.jpg?itok=TgUmRspM)
With support from USAID’s LHSS Project, the Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the Population (MOHSPP) in Tajikistan strengthened Tajikistan’s national laboratory system and supported the country’s COVID-19 Country Preparedness and Response Plan.