The International Association of Public Health Logisticians

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IAPHL supports public health logisticians worldwide by providing a community of practice, where members can network, exchange ideas, and improve their professional skills. IAPHL provides a variety of resources to its members, including:

• An online discussion forum, where members can pose logistics questions and receive answers from peers and experts in supply chain management
• Authoritative inf

ormation about innovations and best practices in supply chain management
• Information on courses and events in supply chain management
• Tools, case studies, and other resources
• Professional development, internship, and employment opportunities
• Access to local chapters of IAPHL. To initiate a discussion, request or share resources, or make an announcement, please log in to the IAPHL website to ensure that your message reaches and benefits all members.

As we step into October, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the small yet powerful changes that shape both our personal a...
10/01/2024

As we step into October, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the small yet powerful changes that shape both our personal and professional lives.

The Ethiopia Initiative is now in its second month. The Book Of The Month for October has been shared by Selamawit Gebreyesus, – Atomic Habits by James Clear.
The book inspires and reminds us that the habits we cultivate either work for us or against us. These habits are the building blocks of who we become—and as a community, they determine how we grow together.

IAPHL focuses on small, intentional habits to strengthen our community:

- Weekly Office Hours: Convening every Thursday during office hours to connect, discuss, and network.
- Spontaneous Calls: Staying open to those unplanned conversations that often spark the most innovative ideas.
- Moderated Discussions: Ensuring we have continuous learning through structured conversations on our listserv.
- Resources and Tool Sharing: Sharing on the listserv what we’ve learned and the resources we’ve gathered with the entire community.
- Networking and Connecting: Building stronger professional bonds that extend beyond the screen and into our day-to-day work.

Don’t forget—October is Cancer Awareness Month.
Let’s take this opportunity to promote health, awareness, and support for those affected by cancer in our circles and beyond.

Wishing you all a productive and meaningful October!

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Book of the Month #1: Atomic Habits by James Clear.We invite you to dive into the - Atomic Habits by James Clear. A pow...
09/30/2024

Book of the Month #1: Atomic Habits by James Clear.

We invite you to dive into the - Atomic Habits by James Clear. A powerful reminder that the habits we develop either work for us or against us, shaping our personal and professional lives alike.

In health supply chains, this principle holds true. The "good" habits strengthen our systems, while the "bad" ones weaken them.
So let us reflect! What habits are driving success in your health supply chain? And what habits are holding us back?
How can small, consistent changes, can transform our health systems to deliver remarkable results?
Drop your thoughts in the comments below! 👇

Re-watch Chris Wright’s insightful interview in our Member Spotlight! In this episode, Chris Wright—a seasoned expert in...
09/27/2024

Re-watch Chris Wright’s insightful interview in our Member Spotlight!
In this episode, Chris Wright—a seasoned expert in global health supply chains—shares his insights on accelerating the deployment of robust information systems to achieve end-to-end visibility across supply chains.

We'd love to hear from you! How can we apply localization and regionalization to strengthen these information systems and improve logistics and supply chain efficiency in global health?

Your input is invaluable in shaping the future of health logistics. Join the conversation!

👉 https://ow.ly/7vPQ50TtwLA

On World Pharmacist Day, let us bring to your kind attention the term Pharmaceutical Supply Chains.Pharmaceutical suppl...
09/25/2024

On World Pharmacist Day, let us bring to your kind attention the term Pharmaceutical Supply Chains.

Pharmaceutical supply chains are one of the most complicated logistics processes.
Not only do they rely upon infallible temperature control and meeting stringent border regulations across regions, but logistics providers also must guarantee the integrity and security of the products throughout the process.

A single loose link in the chain could mean that costly and essential pharmaceuticals and biological products are left in an unusable or even potentially dangerous state, with the spin-off problems associated with a lack of adequate vital medicinal stocks or even legal procedures.

Role of Pharmacist in Supply Chain.

Pharmacists are medicines experts with an essential role to play in the full range of activities of the supply chain, from the production of medicines (both industry scale and extemporaneous) to their administration to patients, and after. Starting with the production and supply of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and the production of medicines, through the distribution of medicines to wholesalers, storage and repackaging of medicines, and distribution to pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, etc., supply chain activities go on to include medicines selection and administration, and end with medicines used by patients, including individual counseling, follow up and pharmacovigilance.

What kind of role(s) do pharmacists play in the supply chain in your respective countries or systems?

Your comments are much appreciated, we love to hear about your experience!

Happy World Pharmacist Day.

Happy World Pharmacist Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible work of pharmacists around the world who play a crucial r...
09/25/2024

Happy World Pharmacist Day!
Today, we celebrate the incredible work of pharmacists around the world who play a crucial role in healthcare.
Thank you for your dedication and commitment to keeping us healthy and safe.

Availability of Medicines in Senegal: Challenges of Localization and Regionalization 🇸🇳The localization of pharmaceutica...
09/24/2024

Availability of Medicines in Senegal: Challenges of Localization and Regionalization 🇸🇳

The localization of pharmaceutical services is a crucial strategy in ensuring medicines reach the most vulnerable populations. Through this article, Gora Gueye, IAPHL Leader in Senegal, explores how decentralizing distribution can bring medicines closer to local populations, tailoring services to their specific demographic and epidemiological needs.

Read more about how localization can shape the future of pharmaceutical services and public health in Senegal.

👉 Full article on page 18 https://ow.ly/25Lx50TkfzK

Have you read our recent IAPHL Magazine Theme Article by Prof. Chimezie Anyakora, CEO of Bloom Public Health? He delves ...
09/19/2024

Have you read our recent IAPHL Magazine Theme Article by Prof. Chimezie Anyakora, CEO of Bloom Public Health?
He delves into how recent global health crises, especially the COVID-19 pandemic, exposed the vulnerabilities of centralized medicine supply chains.

In response, regionalization and localization have emerged as powerful strategies to enhance resilience and equitable access to essential medicines.
Exploring the theory, practical applications, benefits, challenges, and the future of regionalized and localized medicine supply chains.

On Page 4: 👉 https://ow.ly/25Lx50TkfzK

Check out this resource from People that Deliver - PtD proposing three key initiatives to strengthen the health supply c...
09/17/2024

Check out this resource from People that Deliver - PtD proposing three key initiatives to strengthen the health supply chain workforce:

- Evaluate HR for SCM: Identifying and addressing weaknesses in human resources for supply chain management (SCM).
- Enhance Transparency: Increasing supply chain transparency through the production of reliable data.
- Flexible Learning: Providing adaptable learning opportunities for SCM professionals to sharpen their skills.

By focusing on these areas, we can drive greater efficiency in health supply chains!

🔗 : https://ow.ly/ptuK50Totje

Warehousing is crucial in the product value chain, whether for raw materials, intermediate goods, or finished products. ...
09/12/2024

Warehousing is crucial in the product value chain, whether for raw materials, intermediate goods, or finished products.

Well-orchestrated warehousing operations and enhanced capacity of the local warehousemen would be central to ensuring efficient distribution and reliable stock holding of products and as an effective linkage between the suppliers, manufacturers, and the market in the regional production network.

💡 What are your thoughts on this topic? Feel free to share your insights in the comments!

Also, check out this article from Sunday Adeola on The Role of the Warehousing Workforce in Regionalization and Localization Efforts.

On Page 9: 👉 https://ow.ly/fLsB50TkfzJ

Meet Angelina Cumba, a seasoned Supply Chain Management expert with vast experience in outsourcing logistics, planning, ...
09/10/2024

Meet Angelina Cumba, a seasoned Supply Chain Management expert with vast experience in outsourcing logistics, planning, movement, and storage.
Her journey through the supply chain industry has seen her expertly navigate areas such as shipping, warehousing, distribution, business development, and managing commercials.

A strong advocate for regionalization and localization, Angelina believes these approaches are the future of health supply chain systems.

This means strategically placing warehouses across different regions and employing local experts who understand the local customs, regulations, and geographical challenges.
This ensures a more effective and efficient supply of essential health products where they are most needed.

📎 Full interview: https://ow.ly/9Jty50TkcWx

Hello, September,Last month, we had the privilege of having our community experts launch a moderated discussion around L...
09/04/2024

Hello, September,
Last month, we had the privilege of having our community experts launch a moderated discussion around Localization and Regionalization in the Supply Chain. We also had a spontaneous call focusing on the Mpox Public Health Emergency.

This month, we will continue to delve into localization and regionalization as well as keep an eye on the development of Mpox to ensure that we remain connected and informed to ensure health supply chains are responsive and resilient to this changing context.

In a future communication, we will introduce The Ethiopia Initiative – keep following for an update!

As we continue the journey, we would like to thank everyone for staying engaged, sharing your expertise, and supporting each other to grow as professionals.

I look forward to our ongoing conversations this month and beyond.

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We had an insightful discussion on the current Mpox outbreak and the critical role of logistics and localization in addr...
09/02/2024

We had an insightful discussion on the current Mpox outbreak and the critical role of logistics and localization in addressing it.

A big thank you to the experts and the vibrant community who joined the conversation!

🔗 If you missed it or want to revisit the discussion,
you can rewatch the full video here: https://youtu.be/x42897suZ3s

Let us continue the conversation. Join the IAPHL community: https://community.iaphl.org/iaphl/join

And stay connected with professionals working on the front lines of health logistics.

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