TED: A smarter, more precise way to think about public health | Sue Desmond-Hellmann

The video discusses the contrast between naming traditions in large families and the delay in naming newborns in Ethiopia due to high infant mortality rates. It highlights the global issue of 2.6 million neonatal deaths annually and the lack of understanding of their causes. The speaker introduces 'Precision Public Health' as a transformative approach, drawing parallels with precision medicine in cancer treatment. The video showcases the success of precision public health in reducing HIV transmission in sub-Saharan Africa and emphasizes the need for targeted interventions to save lives. The speaker envisions a future where precision public health bridges the gap between rich and poor worlds, ensuring every child is named with the hope of a long life.

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