Exploring the global burden of disease
People in general are living longer—and therefore there is increased suffering from chronic diseases. Populations of once dominantly rural nations are flocking to urban areas, drawn by the economic opportunities created by modernization and technology—leading to reduced physical activity, more traffic accidents, and a dramatic rise in the developing world of conditions like obesity, diabetes, and coronary artery disease.

Here we look at efforts to accurately measure the world’s illness, examine how health care systems around the world are responding to the evolving needs of patients and communities, and see where trends are taking the burden of disease.

What do you think?
HMI World invites reader responses.

Practi-Med Dubai heralds beginning of new health care oasis in the Middle East
Over 1,200 attendees learn about advances in clinical practice from Harvard-affiliated faculty at first lifelong learning program offered by HMI and Dubai Healthcare City.

German partner looks for insight into meeting fundraising challenges
An ambitious plan for growth, a progressive leadership, and a city at the center of regional commerce and innovation—now Ludwig Maximilians University wants to lead the way as private funding becomes a necessity in Germany.

Videoconferences help
HMI faculty connect with Indian health care providers to share knowledge

In Zimbabwe, nurses prepare to welcome hospital’s first patients

Dresden medical educators celebrate success—and plan future progress

HMI Bookshelf: Recent publications help spread knowledge

AMC nurses build skills during visit to Harvard-affiliated hospitals

New executive education program to address European health care policy and management

Harvard business guru to apply lessons of change from industry to the challenges Harvard Macy scholars bring to the annual leadership program
Dr. Clayton Christensen will again talk to Harvard Macy scholars about the potential to effect radical change—and achieve lasting, sustainable benefits—by applying his principle of “disruption“ to issues affecting health care delivery and medical education.

Upcoming courses and events
Program for Leaders in Medical Education
June 13-18, 2004
Application Deadline:
January 21, 2004

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