Staying safe in sub-Saharan Africa during the festive season
The festive period in Sub-Saharan Africa can be associated with increased crime and road traffic accidents. For those looking to visit the region this holiday season, Salome Odhiambo, International SO...
18 Dec 202313min
Understanding the risks around the Congo (DRC) election
Voters in Congo (DRC) are getting ready to cast their ballots in a general election on Wednesday 20 December. President Félix Tshisekedi is seeking a second, five-year term in office and will face com...
13 Dec 202316min
Respiratory illness in India
Incidence of respiratory diseases is increasing globally, and the health ministry in India has issued notices in response to a surge in China. Here, Dr. Prabha Xaxa discusses the increase in respirato...
8 Dec 20238min
Health Day at COP28 – how International SOS can help with Sustainability
The first ever health day was held at the COP28 Conference in Dubai, with discussions focusing on how natural hazards relating to extreme heat, air pollution and the spread of vector-borne diseases af...
8 Dec 20239min
Israel-Hamas conflict - Implications for Europe
The Israel-Hamas conflict has led to an increase in social unrest and concerns about possible terrorist activity in Europe. Following the recent temporary ceasefire, hostilities have resumed between I...
1 Dec 20239min
Navigating the Global Health Agenda: What organisations need to know
International SOS’s medical teams are using the Global Health Agenda as a framework to address the many challenges the world is facing. In this podcast, our experts explain what is meant by the Global...
30 Nov 202323min
The next president of Argentina
Argentina has chosen its new president, right-wing candidate Javier Milei, who has promised big changes. He won around 56% of the vote in the decisive run-off, ahead of his left-wing rival, Sergio Mas...
22 Nov 202310min
Spain protests
Further protests are expected to take place in Spain after socialist leader Pedro Sanchez was re-elected prime minister. On 16 November he secured a four-seat majority in Spain’s parliament after nego...
17 Nov 20237min
