Inis Insight

Global childhood immunization coverage is improving, but conflict, displacement, and vaccine hesitancy continue to leave millions of children without lifesaving protection. Strengthening routine immunization programmes remains one of the most effective ways to prevent disease and build healthier communities.

Learn more: https://www.who.int/news-room/releases/1

Day 1 of the Global WHO Conference, Shaping AI in Health, in Lisbon placed one message firmly at the centre of the conversation: innovation must not move faster than responsibility. Representatives from 37 countries gathered to explore how artificial intelligence can strengthen health systems while protecting patients, building public trust and preventing existing inequalities from becoming even wider.

The discussions moved beyond the potential of AI to the practical foundations needed for its responsible use: clear governance, ethical and legal accountability, reliable data and infrastructure, a prepared health workforce and cooperation across countries.

AI is already transforming health care. The challenge now is to ensure that every advancement is safe, equitable and designed to serve people first.

Learn more:
https://www.who.int/europe/news-room/events/item/2026/07/15/default-calendar/global-who-conference--shaping-ai-in-health

Tomorrow marks the start of the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Conference on Shaping AI in Health, convened with the Government of Portugal. The conference will bring together policymakers, clinicians, researchers, and technology leaders to explore how artificial intelligence can be governed and scaled responsibly, equitably, and ethically across health systems worldwide.

Discussions will focus on governance, workforce readiness, trust, innovation, and the practical use of AI to strengthen healthcare delivery. We look forward to the impactful discussions and to seeing the collaborative outcomes translated into action.

Learn more: https://www.who.int/portugal/events/item/2026/07/15/default-calendar/global-who-conference--shaping-ai-in-health

Find out how visuals, clarity and versatility stand shoulder-to-shoulder with technical content to achieve ‘design-driven’ communication in .

Explore the possibilities: https://iniscommunication.com/blog/navigating-the-complexities-of-tuberculosis-control-a-design-perspective/

Sri Lanka’s progress in eliminating mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis shows how early screening, timely treatment and strong follow-up can protect mothers and babies. About 95% of pregnant women are screened.

[https://www.gavi.org/vaccineswork/sri-lanka-women-hiv-or-syphilis-give-birth-healthy-babies-heres-why](https://www.gavi.org/vaccineswork/sri-lanka-women-hiv-or-syphilis-give-birth-healthy-babies-heres-why)

Explore the vital role of compassionate illustrations in addressing public health challenges! See how visuals capture and foster empathy in .

Read more: iniscommunication.com/blog/crafting-compassionate-illustrations/

As health systems respond to the climate crisis, measuring and reducing their own greenhouse gas emissions is becoming an essential part of credible decarbonization. This World Health Organization (WHO) publication provides a standardized approach to emissions measurement across health systems, supporting target-setting, priority-setting and progress tracking over time.

Inis supported the publication through design conceptualization and layout, with a focus on clarity, accessibility and alignment with WHO editorial and design standards. The design approach helped structure complex technical content for practical use by health system planners, policymakers and technical teams.

Learn more: https://www.iniscommunication.com/portfolio/4/design-creation/?portfolio=297

As extreme heat spreads across Europe, healthcare systems are facing growing pressure from heat-related illnesses, particularly among older adults and people with chronic conditions. Experts emphasize that strengthening heat preparedness, early warning systems, and resilient healthcare infrastructure will be essential as climate-related health emergencies become more frequent.

Learn more: https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/health-risks-extreme-heat-2026-06-23/

We are proud to have supported the World Health Organization on its new publication: Strengthening capacity for newborn screening, diagnosis and management of birth defects. The report explores how countries can integrate newborn screening, diagnosis, care and long-term support for birth defects into national health systems, with a focus on low- and middle-income countries.

We contributed technical editing and design/layout support to help make the publication clear, accessible and practical for those working to strengthen health systems, inform decision-making and improve care for children and families.

Learn more: https://iris.who.int/items/1626e442-a502-45a9-b482-3168f9d2219a