In Morocco, NPHI functions are dispersed among three agencies. Professor Mohammed Hassar describes his vision for consolidating into a single institute and the potential benefits and challenges associated with such a consolidation. »

In 2002, a government restructuring provided an opportunity to create an NPHI in South Africa. Professor Barry Schoub describes the critical factors in ensuring the success of a new agency. »

In 2003, outbreaks of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) resulted in a public health crisis in Canada and led to the creation of a new NPHI. Dr. David Butler-Jones provides his perspectives on issues and lessons learned in developing an NPHI. »

From its roots as an agency fighting malaria, CDC has become one of the largest and most influential public health institutions in the world. Dr. David Sencer describes the growth of CDC and some of its challenges »