2017 was an eventful year for global health. This year saw historic progress in the fight to end infectious diseases, bolstered by fresh leadership of global health organizations. It also saw challenges that will require fierce commitment and innovative solutions. Through partnership beyond borders and a focus on fulfilling the promise of the Sustainable Development Goals of healthy lives for all, continued progress can be made in 2018 and beyond.

Here are eight key global health stories from 2017:

  1. Measles Deaths Drop to Historic Lows
  2. WHO Elects its First Director-General from the WHO African Region
  3. The World Gets Closer to Ending Polio for Good
  4. Global Fund Appoints New Executive Director
  5. U.S. Government Makes Global Health Policy Changes
  6. World Community Advocates for Global Health Security
  7. International Leaders Show Support for Global Health
  8. Partners Across Industries Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance

Read the full article by Allison Graine about global health from the United Nations Foundation