Cancer Care in Rwanda Goes Beyond Chemo to Heal a Family

Posted on Jun 26, 2019

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When Françoise Umutesi looks at her 1-year-old grandson, Blessing, she has the smile of someone who once thought she’d never have the chance to meet him.

Global Lab Leaders Put Successes, Challenges Under the Microscope

Posted on Jun 14, 2019

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A world-class lab in Haiti, new diagnostic and microbiology equipment, multilingual clinical trials, and carrying lab samples down mountains were among many topics at the annual workshop.

Malawi Support Program Celebrates First University Grad

Posted on Jun 13, 2019

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Doctor Kazinga, 28, is the first in his family to complete university studies. That’s fitting given his first name, which is not to be confused with the title of Dr.—at least not yet.

Peer Groups Boosting Mental Health, Support Networks in Northern Rwanda

Posted on May 23, 2019

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Education, shared experiences, and reduced stigma are changing the lives of more than 600 members of mental health groups meeting at PIH-supported health centers in Burera District.

Expert Moms Helping Parents Raise Healthy Babies in Rwanda

Posted on May 3, 2019

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A vital program in eastern Rwanda is designed to meet two rapidly growing needs: better outreach and education for new parents, and better support and care for infants with complicated childbirths.

Dr. Joia Mukherjee: PIH's Global Health Warrior

Posted on Apr 1, 2019

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PIH's Chief Medical Officer Dr. Joia Mukherjee discusses her first book, "An Introduction to Global Health Delivery," the U.S.'s current health care battle, and how to pursue a career in global health.

Graciela Cadet: Inspiring Nurse Leader in Haiti

Posted on Apr 1, 2019

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PIH graduated its inaugural class of Nightingale Fellows, nurse leaders who received support and training in executive leadership and will use what they've learned to improve patient care.

Blessings Henry, Neno's Feminist Future Doctor

Posted on Mar 4, 2019

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With support from PIH and a community of remarkable women, 17-year-old Blessings Henry is eyeing medical school as she finishes the last year of her secondary education in Neno, Malawi.

Public Defender: Benson Chabwera Dedicated to Neno Community

Posted on Mar 1, 2019

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Over a rising career with PIH, where he began as a security guard and now oversees more than 600 health workers, Benson Chabwera has remained rooted in his home district of Neno, Malawi.

Rising Star 'Kankwanzi' a Masonry Role Model on UGHE Site

Posted on Feb 26, 2019

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Anne Marie Nyiranshimiyimana faced criticism and stigma when she began working as a mason. “They told me, ‘No woman builds, no woman climbs.’ They told me, ‘Women can’t do a lot of things.'"

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