Mexiko hat die Zuckersteuer eingeführt. Die Schweiz setzt auf freiwillige Massnahmen der Industrie. Doch reicht dies aus, um damit Einfluss auf die globale Epidemie der nichtübertragbaren Krankheiten zu nehmen?
Um ganz ehrlich zu sein: Mir ist der Schweizer Ansatz der Freiwilligkeit durchaus sympathisch. Diesen Ansatz pflegt Gesundheitsminister Alain Berset seit einiger Zeit im Umgang mit der Lebensmittelindustrie, wenn es darum geht, den Zuckergehalt in Lebensmittel zu senken. Und diese Industrie zieht gerne mit, weil die durch den Zuckerkonsum ausgelösten Krankheiten, wie Diabetes, Krebs oder Herz-Kreislauferkrankungen ein hohes Reputationsrisiko darstellen, und weil im Hintergrund noch ein anderes Instrument droht, um Einfluss auf den Zuckerkonsum der Bevölkerung zu nehmen: die Zuckersteuer.
Die Neue Zürcher Zeitung argumentierte jüngst gegen die VertreterInnen einer Zuckersteuer: „Doch Übergewicht und die daraus resultierende verkürzte Lebenserwartung bleiben in erster Linie eine private Tragödie. Vor allem aber ist es die Entscheidung des mündigen Konsumenten, was er isst.“ (NZZ, 5.9.2017) Was hier so rational und logisch klingt, stellt sich unter einer Public-Health-Perspektive alles andere als einfach dar. An einer internen Veranstaltung für Medicus-Mundi-Mitglieder wies Dr. Rüdiger Krech von der Weltgesundheitsorganisation (WHO) im September darauf hin, dass die Verbreitung chronischer Krankheiten (NCDs) in Städten den gleichen epidemiologischen Mustern wie Choleraerkrankungen im 19. Jahrhundert folge. Dies ist ein deutlicher Hinweis darauf, dass die sozialen Determinanten und nicht das individuelle Konsummuster entscheidend für die Verbreitung der nicht-übertragbaren Krankheiten (NCDs) sind.
Darüber werden an unserem diesjährigen MMS Symposium „Kein Business as usual gegen nichtübertragbare Krankheiten: Wirtschaft, Politik und Gesundheitsversorgung vor den Herausforderungen einer globalen Epidemie“ sprechen. Diskutieren werden wir sicher mit Alejandro Calvillo die These, dass es letztlich der freie Entscheid jedes Einzelnen ist, der die Verbreitung der NCDs steuert. Calvillo hat in Mexiko erfolgreich für die Einführung der Zuckersteuer gekämpft. Das Land erlebt seit den 90er Jahren des letzten Jahrhunderts im Zuge des nord-amerikanischen Freihandelsabkommens eine epidemische Verbreitung der nichtübertragbaren Krankheiten. Angesichts dessen, dass der globale Handel offensichtlich einen Einfluss auf die Verbreitung der NCDs hat, stellt sich die Frage, ob jedes Land selbst handeln soll oder ob es auch eine weltweite Übereinkunft braucht.
Martin Leschhorn Strebel
Netzwerk Medicus Mundi Schweiz
mleschhorn@medicusmundi.ch
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"Africans can be proud of many successes in health such as longer life expectancy, reduced maternal and child mortality, and greater control of HIV and malaria epidemics. However sub-Saharan Africa faces the well known challenges of conflict, urban and rural exclusion, environmental degradation, and brain drain. The path to longer and healthier lives for all Africans by 2030—was established in 2013 and led African physicians, scientists, and policy makers to chart a vision of the future and roadmap for improved health of sub-Saharan Africans. The Commission has nine key messages ranging from the creation of people-centred health systems to promoting stronger more effective regional cooperation. If the right policies are implemented, and if African leadership is truly empowered to utilise the human resources assets of an ever growing youthful region, unrivalled prosperity and health will be the prize by 2030." (Photo: Microplanning step in immunization/ CDC Global/flickr, CC BY 2.0)
"Young people who attended the 2017 UN High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) may have experienced mixed feelings. On one hand, it was exciting to attend this annual meeting dedicated to reviewing global progress towards the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); on the other hand it was disappointing to see such limited interactions between stakeholders including civil society and their governments. Although 44 Member States presented their Voluntary National Reviews (VNRs), only a handful of them included key stakeholder groups such as young people in their national review mechanisms. Many groups, such as the Indian medical students, thus develop shadow reports to provide alternative viewpoints and statistics to contrast with the official findings. Whether governments even care to read these “alternative” reports, however, remains unknown." (Photo: University of the Fraser Valley/flickr, CC BY 2.0)
"Every year, 100 million people are pushed below the poverty line due to out-of-pocket expenditure on health services. This is an untenable situation, both in terms of human suffering and for the long-term stability of economies around the world. Access to adequate health care should be universal, no matter where you live or what your income. (...) So, how do we achieve a more inclusive global health system? We must reassess our ideas of health care delivery and look at the issue holistically. We must recognize that disease and health are not discrete episodes in our lives, but part of a bigger picture. We need agile health services to respond to this, with more networks and better quality of care.
Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz Das Schweizerische Rote Kreuz (SRK), die Allianz für die Rechte der Migrantenkinder (ADEM) und der Verbund der Schweizer Ambulatorien «Support for Torture Victims» laden gemeinsam ein zur Auseinandersetzung mit der Situation traumatisierter Kinder und Jugendlicher, die aus ihrer Heimat geflüchtet sind.
mediCuba Suisse 25 Jahre sind vergangen, seit eine Handvoll Schweizer Ärzte beschloss das kubanische Gesundheitssystem zu unterstützen, um die beispiellosen Errungenschaften Kubas zu erhalten. So feiern wir dieses Vierteljahrhundert des Engagements und der Solidarität mit der Veröffentlichung eines Buches über die Geschichte unserer Organisation und einer Reihe von wissenschaftlichen, politischen und festlichen Veranstaltungen in der Schweiz und Kuba. Am 21. und 22. Oktober findet auf dem Monte Verità bei Ascona zum 20jährigen Jubiläum der Gründung von mediCuba-Europa und zum 25jährigen Jubiläum von mediCuba-Suisse ein Treffen aller Organisationen des europäischen Netzwerkes von mediCuba statt. Dazu erwarten wir wiederum Gäste aus Kuba, aber auch Vertreter der kubanischen Botschaft in der Schweiz sowie von COSUDE.
Graduate Institute for International and Development Studies International health instruments play an important role as tools for shaping collective responses to global health challenges. They have been under constant development and renewal for decades to address the increasing complexity of determinants and drivers of health. Further, they are closely linked to health diplomacy and governance, two other pillars of global health – as both object and outcome of multilateral and multisectoral negotiations for health and as tools for delivering and governing health. Application deadline: 23 October 2017 Contact: globalhealthdiplomacy@graduateinstitute.ch
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU) This year’s symposium will focus on traditional healing as well as on service development regarding mental health in low income countries. Please register before October 15, 2017. To register for the symposium, send an email to EviMaria.Lehmann@med.uni-muenchen.de by October 15, 2017.
Swiss Academy of Sciences (SCNAT) This event marks the retirement of the president of SCNAT and longstanding director of Swiss TPH, from his full professorship at both, the Faculties of Medicine, and Science, of the University of Basel. The lecture, “no roots, no fruits!”, promises to deliver important insights into many successful undertakings in the field of global health. The event and the following Apéro are a rare occasion for intensive exchange and a social gathering beyond disciplinary boundaries.
Public Health Schweiz Die Entwicklung von Antibiotika zählt zu den bedeutendsten Fortschritten der modernen Medizin. Insbesondere dort, wo sie übermässig und unsachgemäss eingesetzt werden, können Bakterien jedoch Resistenzen gegen Antibiotika entwickeln. Um dieses Problem anzugehen, hat der Bundesrat am 18. November 2015 die Nationale Strategie Antibiotikaresistenzen StAR verabschiedet. In der Woche vom 13. – 19. November 2017 findet die «Internationale Antibiotika Awareness Woche» statt und bietet auch in der Schweiz die Gelegenheit, das Thema vielseitig zu diskutieren.
Terre des hommes À l’échelle mondiale, on estime que 154,8 millions d'enfants de moins de 5 ans accusaient un retard de croissance en 2016 et que 52 millions avaient un faible poids par rapport à leur taille, essentiellement en raison d'une mauvaise alimentation et d'infections à répétition (OMS/UNICEF). A l’inverse, 41 millions d'enfants présentaient une surcharge pondérale ou étaient obèses (OMS). Répondre aux besoins nutritionnels des enfants, en particulier lors de la petite enfance, s’inscrit dans un système de santé complexe et passe par l’adoption de stratégies basées sur les droits de l’enfant, notamment la prise en compte de son intérêt supérieur et de son droit d’être entendu. Le 19e séminaire international de l’IDE tentera d’éclairer les nombreux défis qui entourent cette question, et s’appuiera sur l’expertise de son partenaire Terre des hommes - Aide à l’enfance.
Novartis Two sessions will be held together with representatives from patient groups, NGOs, think tanks and healthcare practitioners. In the morning, we will explore inclusive business models in healthcare for populations living at the bottom of the pyramid in developing countries. In the afternoon, we will discuss innovations that will define the future of access in developing countries. Participation is free of charge but registration is required as places are limited. More details will follow in September.
SCHWEIZER PARTNERSCHAFT HAS HAÏTI Die SCHWEIZER PARTNERSCHAFT HAS HAÏTI wird dieses Jahr 20 Jahre alt und möchte mit Ihnen zusammen die grossen Erfolge feiern und die Zeit Revue passieren lassen. Melden Sie sich jetzt an für einen wunderschönen Abend mit musikalischen und humorvollen Künstlern, einem feinen Essen sowie Geschichten und Anekdoten der SCHWEIZER PARTNERSCHAFT HAS HAÏTI.
Swiss TPH The Swiss TPH Winter Symposium 2017 invites medical parisitologists, infection biologists, epidemiologists and global health specialists and students to review and discuss progress in research, control, elimination and eradication of helminth infections. - Health impact versus health benefits of helminth infections; - Towards better treatment options for helminth infections; - Latest diagnostic developments; - From morbitity control to elimination and eradication.
Global Forum on Human Resources for Health The global community is presented with an unprecedented challenge and an opportunity: to avert a potential 18 million health worker shortfall and shape increasing demand for additional health and social workforce jobs. In doing so, we will make progress towards universal health coverage and global health security while also contributing to gains across the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (e.g. quality education, gender equality, reduced inequalities, decent jobs and inclusive economic growth).
Swiss TPH The course introduces the basic principles of strategic programme and project design and management, taking into consideration local, district, national and international/global evidence and realities and health system strengthening needs. It focuses on priority setting and practical aspects of the planning and implementation process, through the use of a simulation exercise and computer based support. Designed as a refresher course for professionals working in the field of programme and project planning, design and evaluation, the course is also open to participants with a DAS Health Care and Management in Tropical Countries (or equivalent) and is an optional module within the joint Master of Advanced Study in International Health.
European Congress on Tropical Medicine and International Health ECTMIH ECTMIH brings together scientists and experts from Europe and from all over the world, including many delegates from low and middle income countries. This biennial event is patronised by FESTMIH, the Federation of European Societies of Tropical Medicine and International Health. In 2017, the Antwerp Institute of Tropical Institute (ITM) and the Belgian Platform for International Health (Be-Cause Health) will join hands with FESTMIH for the festive 10th edition. Building on the successes of previous meetings, it will consolidate ECTMIH's standing as Europe's leading conference and networking event in its field.
Swiss TPH Health in detention is a one-week course offered by Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH), an associated institute of the University of Basel, in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). This course is open to participants working in the field of health in detention, nationally or internationally, and uses a multi-disciplinary approach to bring together academia, clinical, public health and legal experts.
Swiss TPH This 3 months full time course aims at introducing participants to the fundamentals of international health with a range of skills and knowledge needed to work as a member of a district management team. The participatory course is designed for people who already have a first qualification in a health-related profession, and at least two years professional experience.
Swiss TPH The course is designed for physicians specialized in infectious diseases who want to expand their clinical knowledge by the spectrum of clinical tropical medicine in South East Asia. The course is offered by the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH), an associated institute of the University of Basel, in collaboration with the Mahosot Hospital (Vientiane, Laos); the Wellcome Trust – Mahosot Hospital – Oxford Tropical Medicine Research Collaboration; the University of Pavia, Division of Infectious and Tropical Diseases; IRCCS S. Matteo Hospital Foundation (Pavia, Italy), and the Faculty of Tropical Medicine, Mahidol University (Bangkok, Thailand).
Swiss TPH The Travellers’ Health course prepares health professionals and travel industry staff to give relevant health information to travellers and to assess travel-related problems occurring during and after travel, with a special focus on tropical diseases. At the end of the course, participants will be able to provide up-to-date information in travel medicine. This includes preventive pre-travel advice, including immunizations and other aspects during travel, appropriate risk assessment and behaviour during travel and management of travel-related diseases based on individual and epidemiological features. This course is supported by WHO, TropNet and the Swiss Society of Tropical and Travel Medicine.
Swiss TPH The MBA in International Health Management, offered by the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH), an associated institute of the University of Basel and a member of the Swiss School of Public Health+ (SSPH+), provides a unique opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills outlined above. The content of the modular programme goes beyond classical MBA programmes in healthcare, as it maintains a global perspective and interdisciplinary approach throughout, with a strong focus on meso- and macro-level leadership positions.
MMS The MMS Symposium will address the challenges of tackling noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) by looking at the determinants of NCDs, the organisation of health care and the role of civil societies. A “business-as-usual” approach won’t suffice. NCDs kill 40 million people each year. NCDs are currently responsible for almost 70% of global deaths.