Urgent policy reforms, public awareness initiatives, and investment in treatment infrastructure are essential to reversing this trend.A coordinated, evidence-based response can significantly reduce alcohol-related harm and improve public health outcomes across Ethiopia.
Sources:
-Ethiopian Ministry of Health (2020–2024 reports)
- WHO Global Alcohol Status Report (2023)
- World Bank NCD Investment Case (2023)
- ERCA Tax Revenue Data (2023)
By Jafer Aliyi(Bsc, MPH)
@HakimEthio
Sources:
-Ethiopian Ministry of Health (2020–2024 reports)
- WHO Global Alcohol Status Report (2023)
- World Bank NCD Investment Case (2023)
- ERCA Tax Revenue Data (2023)
By Jafer Aliyi(Bsc, MPH)
@HakimEthio
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Dr. Tigist Bacha, Associate Professor of Pediatric Emergency and Critical Care and Head of Pediatric Emergency Unit at St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College, has won the 2025 Dr. Melissa Ketunuti Basselier Prize in Global Child Health — awarded by the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, USA.
This prestigious award, following a rigorous selection process, honors individuals who strive to make a difference in the world by advancing the health of children in low- and middle-income countries. It recognizes impactful work in education, research, advocacy, and system change, with influence extending beyond daily clinical care to inspire the next generation of global child health leaders.
Dr. Tigist was recognized for her leadership in pioneering pediatric emergency and critical care services in Ethiopia and beyond, her dedication to teaching, training, and mentoring healthcare professionals, and her ability to unite global partners to strengthen child healthcare systems and inspire future global health practitioners.
She was honored during the Annual Melissa Ketunuti Memorial Event on May 22, 2025, hosted by CHOP’s Global Health Program.
@HakimEthio
This prestigious award, following a rigorous selection process, honors individuals who strive to make a difference in the world by advancing the health of children in low- and middle-income countries. It recognizes impactful work in education, research, advocacy, and system change, with influence extending beyond daily clinical care to inspire the next generation of global child health leaders.
Dr. Tigist was recognized for her leadership in pioneering pediatric emergency and critical care services in Ethiopia and beyond, her dedication to teaching, training, and mentoring healthcare professionals, and her ability to unite global partners to strengthen child healthcare systems and inspire future global health practitioners.
She was honored during the Annual Melissa Ketunuti Memorial Event on May 22, 2025, hosted by CHOP’s Global Health Program.
@HakimEthio
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