Vanessa Kerry is the new WHO envoy for health resilience. What's on her to-do list?
Dr. Vanessa Kerry has been appointed as the new WHO special envoy for health resilience. Her role focuses on strengthening global health systems and preparedness, drawing on her background in climate policy and global health initiatives.
Why it matters
Global health resilience is critical for managing future pandemics and climate-related health crises.
Resilience is one of those buzzy buzzwords. But what does it mean, exactly? Bouncing back from tragedy? Conquering obstacles? Having the inner strength to follow a dream when the odds are against you?
For Dr. Vanessa Kerry, the definition is pretty straightforward. It boils down to being prepared. In the world of global health, she says, that means "strong systems, primary care and the ability to respond."
Those are the ideas that will guide her in her new job as special envoy for health resilience at the World Health Organization.
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