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Viral Hepatitis Network
How to Collaborate with WHO for the Prevention and Control of Viral Hepatitis
Dr. Hande HarmanciDr. Hande HarmanciGlobal Hepatitis ProgrammeGlobal Hepatitis Programme
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In 2010, resolution WHA63.18: call for a comprehensive approach to the prevention and control of viral hepatitis.
As a response, the Global Hepatitis Programme is established in December 2011 with a vision:
A world where viral hepatitis transmission is stopped and all have access to safe and effective care and treatment
The complexity associated with different types of hepatitis viruses requires a tight partnership of all stakeholders
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Ways of Collaboration Ways of Collaboration
Viral Hepatitis Network
WHO Collaborating Centers
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Viral Hepatitis Network(VHN)
Viral Hepatitis Network(VHN)
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PurposePurpose
To provide a forum for exchange of information and collaboration among the various stakeholders
in order to implement a common viral hepatitis work plan
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Objectives - IObjectives - I
Raise awareness of the viral hepatitis problem globally.
Foster partnerships among different groups relevant to regional and country goals.
Generate country and regional data that contribute to a better understanding of viral hepatitis and related interventions.
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Advocate for "research for policy" in viral hepatitis.
Contribute to the prevention of transmission.
Strengthen national and regional capacities for surveillance, prevention and control of viral hepatitis.
Advocate for equity in access to treatment and medicines.
Objectives - IIObjectives - II
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Members of the VHNMembers of the VHN
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A balanced representation of all WHO regions
Develops the set of rules for the VHN Mandate Operational structure Membership
First official meeting will be in the last quarter of 2012
The Core GroupThe Core Group
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Principles of CollaborationPrinciples of Collaboration
Share information voluntarily
Enhance synergies by avoiding duplication of efforts
Contribute to fill in knowledge gaps
All members and collaborators will strive to:– Support the global hepatitis strategy
– Actively participate in VHN meetings and activities
– Actively strive to make the VHN effective and efficient
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Establishing a Global WHO Network for Viral Hepatitis
Meeting Report16-17 October 2012
Izmir, Turkey
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Steering Committee membersStructure
Steering Committee membersStructure
Steering Committee members
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At this meeting of the Global HepNet, the following technical working groups were formed At this meeting of the Global HepNet, the following technical working groups were formed WHO Axis Global HepNet
Technical Working GroupMembers
1) Raising awareness, promoting partnerships and mobilizing resources
Advocacy and Communications Charles Gore
1) Evidence-based policy and data for action Surveillance Francisco Averhoff, Jorge E. Gonzalez, Belgin Ünal
Molecular Epi Hakan Abacıoğlu, David H. Muljono, Murat Sayan
1) Prevention of transmission Vaccination Selim Badur, Fuqiang Cui, Jorge E. Gonzalez, David H. Muljono
1) Screening, care and treatment Reference laboratories Hakan Abacıoğlu, Scott Bowden, Vladimir Chulanov, Jorge E. Gonzalez, Richard Tedder
Cross cutting Research Agenda Francisco Averhoff, Belgin Ünal
Hep E Rakesh Aggarwal, Jorge E. Gonzalez, Arzu Sayıner, Richard Tedder
Hep B David H. Muljono, Arzu Sayıner, Ponsiano Ocama
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WHO Collaboration CentersWHO Collaboration Centers
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What are WHO collaborating centers?What are WHO collaborating centers?
"…an institution designated by the Director-General to form part of an international collaborative network carrying out activities in support of the Organization's programme at all levels.“
Today, over 800 collaborating
centres in over 80 countries
worldwide.
http://www.who.int/collaboratingcentres/database/en/
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What do they do?What do they do?
The designation as a WHO CC formalizes a long-standing successful collaborative relationship between WHO and an external institution.
The designation is implemented through a time-limited, contractual agreement of collaboration under which the designated institution commits to developing and implementing a series of collaborative activities with WHO.
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Viral Hepatitis related CCsViral Hepatitis related CCs
US-CDC, Division of Viral Hepatitis– WHO CC for Reference and Research on Viral Hepatitis
University of Western Cape (SA)– WHO CC for Oral Health
St.Vincent's Institute of Medical Research– WHO CC for Diagnostics and Laboratory Support for HIV/AIDS
and Other Blood-borne Infections
HPA-UK– WHO CC for Laboratory and Diagnostics Support
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8 Key criteria8 Key criteria
1. High scientific and technical standing nationally and internationally
2. Prominent place in the country's health, scientific or educational structures
3. High quality of leadership with sufficient number of qualified staff
4. Stability in terms of personnel, activity and funding
5. Strong working relationship with other institutions at national, regional and global level
6. Clear ability, capacity and readiness to contribute to WHO programme activities
7. Technical and geographical relevance of the institution and its activities to WHO's programme priorities
8. At least two (but in most cases many more) years of previous collaboration with WHO in carrying out jointly planned activities
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Incentives for CCIncentives for CC
Enhanced visibility and recognition by national authorities
Public attention to the health issues they work on
Improved (international) opportunities to exchange information and develop technical cooperation with others
Additional and sometimes important resources from funding partners
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ConclusionConclusion
VH is a huge burden on lives and economies of people
Collaboration of different parties are needed to prevent and
control VH.
As a non-commercial, informal and voluntary collaboration,
the VHN seeks to bring together representatives from the
various sectors!
