Episode 24: Celebrating Health Milestones of 2026

In this episode, the Research Collective takes a wide-angle look at the state of global health in 2026. We unpack some of the year’s most significant breakthroughs—from advances in disease prevention and treatment access to major public health wins that are already reshaping lives around the world.But progress rarely comes without friction. Alongside these milestones, we dive into the growing challenges facing the health sector: shifting global priorities, tightening funding streams, and the complex ripple effects these changes have on research, infrastructure, and equity.Join us as we explore what’s working, what’s at risk, and what the future of global health might look like in an increasingly uncertain landscape. Thoughtful, critical, and grounded in real-world impact—this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.