Rice Farming Program Combating Malnutrition in Rwanda

Posted on Nov 20, 2019

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Parents of children with malnutrition are growing additional food and income for their families through innovative PIH support that treats more than physical health.

How Three Girls Defied the Odds to Join First Medical Class

Posted on Oct 10, 2019

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The first medical class at University of Global Health Equity in Rwanda is two-thirds female. These three students defied the odds to be among those breaking down barriers in their home country.

Heart Patient, Advocate, and Soon-to-be-MD

Posted on Sep 28, 2019

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Erneste Simpunga retells his story of being diagnosed with rheumatic heart disease at 16 and how he was able to travel to Boston for lifesaving surgery, with the support of PIH and Team Heart in Rwanda.

New Emergency Ward a Game Changer in Sierra Leone

Posted on Sep 23, 2019

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The new emergency ward at Koidu Government Hospital in Sierra Leone is the only one of its kind outside the capital of Freetown, and provides lifesaving work daily.

UGHE Welcomes Inaugural, Majority-Female Medical Class

Posted on Sep 13, 2019

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UGHE prioritized gender equity in admissions, aligning with its larger mission supporting equitable health care. Many students said experiences with poor health care inspired their applications.

Students in Sierra Leone Share Stories as School Year Begins

Posted on Aug 29, 2019

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For four children and young adults, PIH support in Koidu has meant not only better health, but also the ability to return to school and focus on bright futures.

Research: Haiti Training Program Propels Vital Emergency Care

Posted on Aug 27, 2019

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Haiti’s growing network of emergency doctors has its roots in an innovative program that pioneered emergency medical training in the Caribbean nation.

Dr. Paul Farmer Talks Health Equity, Empathy with Bay Area NPR

Posted on Aug 23, 2019

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In a conversation that ranged from Congo and Rwanda to Palo Alto, Harvard and Haiti, PIH's co-founder and chief strategist found a common thread.

'We Get to Set the Tone': UGHE's First On-Campus Students Reflect on Landmark Year

Posted on Aug 9, 2019

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As UGHE hosts graduation this weekend, four master's students share thoughts on their capstone projects, university life, and involvement in the Butaro community.

Research: Hepatitis C Trial Shows Strong Results in Rwanda

Posted on Jul 26, 2019

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Effective treatment of hepatitis C with antiviral medicine at a Rwanda hospital could create a model for broader treatment plans in sub-Saharan Africa.

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