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Chris Elias

@chrisjelias

President of Global Development at @gatesfoundation. Believer in the power of partnership to transform #health and #development. Views are my own.

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I am deeply disturbed by news reports that the U.S. Administration is considering withdrawing its support for Gavi. If true, and if Congress allows this to happen, the impacts will be devastating, including possibility of hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of preventable

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Congrats to Ananda S Bandyopadhyay on receiving the 2025 Park Man-hoon Award for his work developing the novel oral polio vaccine nOPV2. Since its rollout, over 1.2B doses have been administered across 42 countries—helping protect millions of children from polio. businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleVi…

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We’re on the verge of one of history’s greatest public health victories. Polio cases are down 99.9% in 40 years. Just 2 countries remain endemic. The hardest steps are the last — now’s the time to finish the job. Let’s #MakePolioHistory.

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The world has made incredible gains in the last century in saving millions of people from deadly diseases and halving global maternal and child mortality rates. But these gains are now in jeopardy. I shared my views in The Economist on the need for investment in global health

The world has made incredible gains in the last century in saving millions of people from deadly diseases and halving global maternal and child mortality rates. But these gains are now in jeopardy.  I shared my views in <a href="/TheEconomist/">The Economist</a> on the need for investment in global health
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I first heard Safia Ibrahim’s inspiring story The Moth polio event in 2023. Her unwavering resilience stuck with me, and I encourage all to listen to her story to understand why delivering a polio-free future for children everywhere is essential. #EndPolio

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No child should die from a disease we can prevent with vaccines, no matter where they live. This #WorldImmunizationWeek, I’m reflecting on what vaccines mean to me, and what’s needed to ensure they’re accessible to everyone, everywhere.

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In 2010, I joined communities in Burkina Faso for the launch of a groundbreaking meningitis A vaccine. Since then, over 300 million people have been protected and I'm reminded of how far we can go when collective will meets bold action in global health. #WorldImmunizationWeek

In 2010, I joined communities in Burkina Faso for the launch of a groundbreaking meningitis A vaccine. Since then, over 300 million people have been protected and I'm reminded of how far we can go when collective will meets bold action in global health. #WorldImmunizationWeek
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Decades of partnership and global collaboration have brought us to the brink of eradicating polio. The last mile is always the hardest, but we’ve already proven that when the world comes together, progress is possible. #EndPolio

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As the @GatesFoundation steps into our next chapter, we’re doubling down, focusing where we can make the biggest difference. At the top of my list: continuing our longstanding efforts to #EndPolio. Read more about our commitment in FORTUNE: fortune.com/2025/05/08/bil…

As the @GatesFoundation steps into our next chapter, we’re doubling down, focusing where we can make the biggest difference.

At the top of my list: continuing our longstanding efforts to #EndPolio. Read more about our commitment in <a href="/FortuneMagazine/">FORTUNE</a>: fortune.com/2025/05/08/bil…
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From celebrating outbreak closures to hearing about new innovations, the #WHA78 outbreaks event was a powerful reminder that with continued investment, we can put a stop to preventable diseases like polio, measles, and cholera, and deliver a healthier future for all.

From celebrating outbreak closures to hearing about new innovations, the #WHA78 outbreaks event was a powerful reminder that with continued investment, we can put a stop to preventable diseases like polio, measles, and cholera, and deliver a healthier future for all.
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At a time when global health systems are stretched, Exemplars in Global Health #WHA78 dinner was a powerful reminder: progress is happening. Exemplars turns local success into global insight. It’s not just research—it’s action. Proud to see it enter a new chapter with the Gates Foundation

At a time when global health systems are stretched, <a href="/exemplarshealth/">Exemplars in Global Health</a> #WHA78 dinner was a powerful reminder: progress is happening.

Exemplars turns local success into global insight. It’s not just research—it’s action. Proud to see it enter a new chapter with the <a href="/gatesfoundation/">Gates Foundation</a>
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Today, Bill Gates dedicated Nigeria’s Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic citation to Chief Ayuba Gufwan, a lifelong advocate for a healthier Nigeria. His example is one of courage and resilience, and he gives us hope for a future free of polio.

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This week, we welcomed Dr. HananBalkhyحنان بلخي to Seattle. Her leadership at WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean is pushing progress on polio, equity, and resilient health systems in the Eastern Mediterranean. Grateful for her insights and partnership.

This week, we welcomed Dr. <a href="/HananBalkhy/">HananBalkhyحنان بلخي</a> to Seattle. Her leadership at <a href="/WHOEMRO/">WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean</a> is pushing progress on polio, equity, and resilient health systems in the Eastern Mediterranean. Grateful for her insights and partnership.
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I've seen firsthand how vaccines transform lives. They protect children from disease, give families peace of mind, and help communities thrive. That’s why I’m proud that the Gates Foundation is committing US$1.6 billion to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance's next chapter. gatesfoundation.org/ideas/media-ce…

I've seen firsthand how vaccines transform lives. They protect children from disease, give families peace of mind, and help communities thrive.

That’s why I’m proud that the <a href="/gatesfoundation/">Gates Foundation</a>  is committing US$1.6 billion to <a href="/gavi/">Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance</a>'s next chapter. 

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Today, world leaders reaffirmed their commitment to protecting children from vaccine-preventable diseases, raising $9 billion for Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. This reflects strong global confidence in vaccines as one of the most effective investments in global health. As a

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Since 2000, child deaths have been cut in half, thanks largely to vaccines. Immunization programs have saved millions of lives, brought us closer to ending polio, and created a future where more children not only survive but thrive. Learn more: gatesfoundation.org/maternal-child…

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Dr. Emmanuel Mugisha is on the frontlines of vaccine delivery and building trust every step of the way. From HPV to typhoid, he’s helping reach more people with life-saving vaccines to build healthier, stronger communities. Read more: gatesfoundation.org/ideas/articles…

Dr. Emmanuel Mugisha is on the frontlines of vaccine delivery and building trust every step of the way.

From HPV to typhoid, he’s helping reach more people with life-saving vaccines to build healthier, stronger communities. Read more: gatesfoundation.org/ideas/articles…