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Global Health: A Look Ahead at Trends in Seven Key Areas

Client Alert | 1 min read | 04.07.22

Crowell & Moring International (CMI) commemorates “World Health Day” with the publication of our compiled health policy forecast for the year. “Global Health: A Look Ahead at Trends in Seven Key Areas” explores global health trends and challenges at the forefront of business, government and public concerns.

This forecast provides a concise outlook on key issues affecting health in 2022 and beyond. Each is an area where CMI works with our partners to make a meaningful difference. Each is an area that merits attention and concerted action to improve health. We offer our perspectives on:

  • Vaccines
  • Health Financing
  • Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
  • Oncology/Cervical Cancer
  • Women’s Health
  • Rare Diseases
  • AI/Digital Health

Based in Washington, DC and Singapore, C&M International has a commitment to advancing health through our work with clients to help shape policy, regulatory, and commercial landscapes around the global. For more information on C&M International and its capabilities, please visit cmintl.com.

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