Through the ever-changing yet surprisingly stagnant world of sexual interactions, societies, coun... more Through the ever-changing yet surprisingly stagnant world of sexual interactions, societies, countries, and nations are looking for ways to improve the sexual health of the general population. Although the term is built with the word “health” as a base and “sexual” as the adjective that determines the specific avenue of health in which is being discussed, the phrase encompasses so much more. According to the World Health Organisation, sexual health is “a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality; it is not merely the absence of disease, dysfunction or infirmity. Sexual health requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence. For sexual health to be attained and maintained, the sexual rights of all persons must be respected, protected and fulfilled.”
This brief explains how AI can transform migration management and mitigation using predictive ana... more This brief explains how AI can transform migration management and mitigation using predictive analytics and big data.
Allison Cohen and I explore the emerging trends within virtual and augmented reality, including h... more Allison Cohen and I explore the emerging trends within virtual and augmented reality, including how these technologies are transforming the entertainment, health, education, and manufacturing sectors and the inherent risks that come along with a world full of new realities.
This article examines the decline in American peoples' access to contraceptives and safe, afforda... more This article examines the decline in American peoples' access to contraceptives and safe, affordable abortions under the Trump administration.
This article explores the recent 400 per cent spike in measles outbreaks across Europe due to dec... more This article explores the recent 400 per cent spike in measles outbreaks across Europe due to decreasing vaccination rates, and anti-vaccination rhetoric.
From a Moment to a Movement: How Oxfam is Sparking a Broader Discussion
Co-written with Sukhi Singh, we discuss the recent OXFAM scandal in Haiti with David Morley, Pres... more Co-written with Sukhi Singh, we discuss the recent OXFAM scandal in Haiti with David Morley, President and CEO of UNICEF Canada, outlining the broader issue of sexual exploitation in the humanitarian sector and potential ways for moving forward.
Dying in childbirth is increasing in America: an intersectional explanation
Exploring maternal health disparities in America with an intersectional lens, highlighting the ne... more Exploring maternal health disparities in America with an intersectional lens, highlighting the need to improve access to affordable, culturally appropriate, and timely maternal healthcare.
In this article I explore the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance to global health with a ... more In this article I explore the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance to global health with a pluralist approach and look at multi-drug resistant tuberculous as a case study.
This piece explores the history of the global gag rule, multiple misperceptions surrounding it, a... more This piece explores the history of the global gag rule, multiple misperceptions surrounding it, and the repercussions of this policy for the reproductive health of millions of women internationally.
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