Check out the latest North America Analysis for the Open Access Government January 2025 edition, which features insights from top experts and researchers on important policy topics from around North America
Indigenous populations face numerous challenges in exercising their right to health. In this context, Lorna Rothery discussed the significance of collaborative and culturally sensitive approaches with Dr. Sandra Del Pino, Advisor on Cultural Diversity at PAHO. A key point to highlight in discussions about advances in Indigenous Peoples’ health is the commitments made by PAHO Member States.
Antimicrobial resistance is recognized as an urgent public health threat. In our health and social care section, Sarah Kabbani and Michael Craig from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explain the organization’s efforts to implement and support antibiotic stewardship.
Additionally, don’t miss Lorna Rothery’s interview with Dr. John Glod from the National Cancer Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health, where they explore the main challenges in childhood cancer treatment and advancements in care. This discussion highlights several key challenges associated with childhood cancer research and how they have impacted the development of targeted treatments.
Headlining our research and innovation focus, you’ll find a summary of various North American research themes, emphasizing broad areas such as research funding and advancements in fields like standards and technology, artificial intelligence, the humanities, social sciences, and primatology.
In our workplace section, hear from Victor R. Morris, a Defence Consultant, who discusses the unique challenges of transitioning from military service to civilian life. Did you know that around 200,000 people leave the U.S. military annually? The transition from military to civilian life presents complex challenges that affect individuals differently.
Within our agriculture focus, David Green, Policy Advisor, and Maite Caballero, Researcher from the U.S. Sustainability Alliance, examine healthy soils and resilient farms, sharing lessons learned from U.S. soil conservation. Organizations such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA NRCS) offer technical and financial assistance to American farmers and ranchers to improve their conservation practices and address climate challenges.
Alberta’s farmers, ranchers, and agri-processors are vital in providing food for Canadians and people worldwide. We welcome RJ Sigurdson, the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, from the Government of Alberta. In his remarks, the Minister will outline the priorities to support Alberta’s agriculture sector, a crucial economic driver for Canada.
