About the Global Health Challenges Session
Global health requires coordinated action across countries, disciplines and sectors to address complex and unequal health burdens. This session examines international health priorities, cross-border threats, health disparities, low-resource settings, humanitarian needs, migration and partnerships that support sustainable improvements in population health.
Abstract Scope and Participation
Submissions may cover global disease burden, international programs, health-system strengthening, development partnerships, migrant and refugee health, humanitarian response and comparative health research. Researchers, practitioners, policymakers, nongovernmental organizations, global agencies and community representatives are invited to contribute.
Topics Covered in Global Health Challenges
Topic 01
Global disease burden and health inequalities
Topic 02
Health challenges in low-resource settings
Topic 03
International health programs and partnerships
Topic 04
Migrant, refugee and displaced population health
Topic 05
Cross-border health threats and cooperation
Topic 06
Sustainable development and global health priorities
Featured Speakers — Global Health Challenges 2027
Mariam Nambuya
Uganda National Institute of Public Health
Pascale Hancart Petitet
Institut de recherche pour le Development Lao
Recent Research Presented at Global Health Challenges Sessions
Multi-sectoral partnerships for equitable NCD Care in LMICs: Mobilising capabilities for stronger health systems
Background: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) disproportionately burden low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), accounting for 77% of global NCD deaths, 86% of premature mortality, and US$7 trillion…
Cross-border healthcare-seeking behavior among Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease cases during the Uganda outbreak, May to June 2026
Background: Cross-border population mobility can complicate case detection and outbreak control when persons with severe infectious illness seek care across national borders. During Uganda’s 2026…
Social determinants of health and climate change factors in Chuukese migration to Guam
Social Determinants Of Health (SDoH), such as economic stability, access to education and healthcare, and environmental conditions, greatly shape overall well-being. While climate change is…
Evaluation of inpatient stabilization centers and outpatient therapeutic programmes for severe acute malnutrition management in El-Gadarif State, Sudan
El-Gadarif state, eastern Sudan, hosts over 2.4 million residents alongside large refugee and internally displaced populations across 12 localities. Severe seasonal flooding continuously disrupts…
Young migrants and sexual and reproductive health risk multidisciplinary and participatory research in Northern Laos (FEFR MIGLAO)
In northern Laos, along the economic corridor connecting the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone in Bokeo province, rapid socio-economic transformations are reshaping local livelihoods and health…
Behavioral and socio-demographic determinants of HIV, syphilis and HCV infections among VCT clients in Poland in 2015-2025, including the war refugee population from Ukraine
Background: Large migration flows from Ukraine (a country with one of the highest HIV/STI infection rates in Europe) to European countries, mainly to Poland, elevates the risk of an increase in the…
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Why Attend the Global Health Challenges Conference 2027
Earn CPD Credit
Sessions are CPD-accredited; certificates issued to every registered delegate within two weeks of the conference.
Present Your Research
Oral and poster slots for original Global Health Challenges work, reviewed by the scientific committee.
Network Globally
Meet public health researchers, educators, and policy leaders from around the world across three days.
Publish & Get Indexed
Accepted abstracts appear in the indexed conference proceedings with a citable DOI.
Learn from Keynotes
Plenary lectures from leading voices shaping Global Health Challenges research and practice.
Hybrid Flexibility
Attend in person in Singapore or join virtually — same programme, same certificate.
Join IPHC 2027 for the Global Health Challenges track
Oral and poster slots for your work — in person in Singapore or online. Not presenting? Attend as a delegate to learn from the field.
Global Health Challenges Conference 2027 — FAQs
What is the Global Health Challenges track at IPHC 2027?
The Global Health Challenges track is a dedicated stream within IPHC 2027 covering the latest research, innovation, and best practice in Global Health Challenges. It brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners for oral presentations, posters, and discussion.
Who should attend the Global Health Challenges sessions?
Public health researchers, practitioners, epidemiologists, educators, doctoral students, and policy leaders with an interest in Global Health Challenges are all welcome — whether presenting or attending.
Can I present my research in the Global Health Challenges track?
Yes. Submit an abstract for oral or poster presentation. All submissions are peer-reviewed by the scientific committee; accepted abstracts appear in the indexed proceedings.
Is virtual attendance available for Global Health Challenges sessions?
Yes. IPHC 2027 is a hybrid conference — attend the Global Health Challenges track in person in Singapore or join live online, with on-demand access afterward.
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Singapore · March 15–17, 2027· Hybrid · in-person & virtual
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