Public health in Sudan: priorities, challenges, and pathways to resilience in crisis
In April 2023, the armed conflict erupted in Sudan, exacerbating the ongoing crisis with widespread violence, health system collapse, and outbreaks of vaccine-preventable, vector-borne, and water-borne diseases. Despite these devastating consequences, the international response has been inadequate,...
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| author | Majd A. Alsoukhni Muna Ibrahim Abdel Aziz Haytham Qosa Ibrahim Bani Maye Omar Muntasir Mohammed Osman Elhassan Haitham Bashier Abbas Yousef Khader Magid Al-Gunaid Mohannad Al Nsour |
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| description | In April 2023, the armed conflict erupted in Sudan, exacerbating the ongoing crisis with widespread violence, health system collapse, and outbreaks of vaccine-preventable, vector-borne, and water-borne diseases. Despite these devastating consequences, the international response has been inadequate, requiring urgent advocacy for increased global support. During the EMPHNET 8th Regional Conference (September 15–18, 2024), a 2-hour forum, “Public Health in Sudan: Priorities and Solutions,” brought together a moderator and six distinguished speakers to discuss critical aspects of the health crisis. The forum addressed four key areas: the health and humanitarian needs in Sudan, strategies for building a resilient health system, the role of multisectoral coordination and integrated policies, and the contributions of local and international actors in crisis response and resource mobilization. Key recommendations emphasized strengthening supply chains, decentralizing resources, and fostering multisectoral collaboration to address health determinants and optimize response efforts. Building health system resilience through training, capacity development, and community-based health solutions was identified as critical. The panel also advocated for sustained, conflict-sensitive funding mechanisms and preventive care to improve public health in Sudan. In conclusion, the discussions highlight the importance of integrating health system resilience into recovery plans and fostering strong partnerships to ensure a health system that is adaptable, inclusive, and sustainable. By addressing immediate needs and preparing for future crises, Sudan can build a robust healthcare system capable of withstanding prolonged challenges. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e67c5ebab4144ca3aaf4be4a77532fe62025-08-20T03:41:46ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Public Health2296-25652025-08-011310.3389/fpubh.2025.16479171647917Public health in Sudan: priorities, challenges, and pathways to resilience in crisisMajd A. Alsoukhni0Muna Ibrahim Abdel Aziz1Haytham Qosa2Ibrahim Bani3Maye Omar4Muntasir Mohammed Osman Elhassan5Haitham Bashier Abbas6Yousef Khader7Magid Al-Gunaid8Mohannad Al Nsour9The Eastern Mediterranean Public Health Network (EMPHNET), Amman, JordanPublic Health Department, Salford City Council, Salford, United KingdomInternational Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) – MENA, Amman, JordanYale School of Public Health, New Haven, CT, United StatesNuffield Centre for International Health and Development, University of Leeds, Leeds, United KingdomRepublic of Sudan Federal Ministry of Health, Khartoum, SudanThe Eastern Mediterranean Public Health Network (EMPHNET), Amman, JordanThe Eastern Mediterranean Public Health Network (EMPHNET), Amman, JordanThe Eastern Mediterranean Public Health Network (EMPHNET), Amman, JordanThe Eastern Mediterranean Public Health Network (EMPHNET), Amman, JordanIn April 2023, the armed conflict erupted in Sudan, exacerbating the ongoing crisis with widespread violence, health system collapse, and outbreaks of vaccine-preventable, vector-borne, and water-borne diseases. Despite these devastating consequences, the international response has been inadequate, requiring urgent advocacy for increased global support. During the EMPHNET 8th Regional Conference (September 15–18, 2024), a 2-hour forum, “Public Health in Sudan: Priorities and Solutions,” brought together a moderator and six distinguished speakers to discuss critical aspects of the health crisis. The forum addressed four key areas: the health and humanitarian needs in Sudan, strategies for building a resilient health system, the role of multisectoral coordination and integrated policies, and the contributions of local and international actors in crisis response and resource mobilization. Key recommendations emphasized strengthening supply chains, decentralizing resources, and fostering multisectoral collaboration to address health determinants and optimize response efforts. Building health system resilience through training, capacity development, and community-based health solutions was identified as critical. The panel also advocated for sustained, conflict-sensitive funding mechanisms and preventive care to improve public health in Sudan. In conclusion, the discussions highlight the importance of integrating health system resilience into recovery plans and fostering strong partnerships to ensure a health system that is adaptable, inclusive, and sustainable. By addressing immediate needs and preparing for future crises, Sudan can build a robust healthcare system capable of withstanding prolonged challenges.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1647917/fullSudancrisisimpact on health systemshealth system resiliencepublic health |
| spellingShingle | Majd A. Alsoukhni Muna Ibrahim Abdel Aziz Haytham Qosa Ibrahim Bani Maye Omar Muntasir Mohammed Osman Elhassan Haitham Bashier Abbas Yousef Khader Magid Al-Gunaid Mohannad Al Nsour Public health in Sudan: priorities, challenges, and pathways to resilience in crisis Frontiers in Public Health Sudan crisis impact on health systems health system resilience public health |
| title | Public health in Sudan: priorities, challenges, and pathways to resilience in crisis |
| title_full | Public health in Sudan: priorities, challenges, and pathways to resilience in crisis |
| title_fullStr | Public health in Sudan: priorities, challenges, and pathways to resilience in crisis |
| title_full_unstemmed | Public health in Sudan: priorities, challenges, and pathways to resilience in crisis |
| title_short | Public health in Sudan: priorities, challenges, and pathways to resilience in crisis |
| title_sort | public health in sudan priorities challenges and pathways to resilience in crisis |
| topic | Sudan crisis impact on health systems health system resilience public health |
| url | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1647917/full |
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