Ian Anderson and Romlie Mokak discuss a new analysis of health indicators across 28 indigenous populations, with implications for future health services planning worldwide.

Tim Evans from the World Bank discusses the need for a transformation in global health financing if universal health coverage in low-income and middle-income countries is to be achieved by 2030.

Majid Ezzati discusses a new analysis of global changes in bodyweight over four decades, from 1975-2014.

Susan Jaffe with a round-up of what the Republican and democrat presidential hopefuls are saying about US health care.

Eric Topol discusses the use of hand-held ultrasound devices – could they one day usurp the stethoscope?

Sven Trelle discusses a meta-analysis which aims to shed light on the best non-steroidal anti-inflammatory treatments for common knee and hip pain.

Bindu Kalesan discusses research which highlights how widespread adoption of the most effective gun and ammunition laws could substantially reduce US firearms mortality. 

Michael Hallsworth discusses the value of an information-led intervention to reduce antibiotic prescribing among primary care physicians in England

Susan Jaffe interviews NIH Director Francis Collins with welcome news of a $2 billion boost to NIH funding.

Etienne Langlois discusses the importance of access to appropriate health-care services for refugees worldwide.