COVID-19 Observation Center Ensuring Safety, Reducing Stigma in Liberia
Robert-Lee Dahn’s successful quarantine at a new PIH-supported facility enabled him to safely reunite with his family and rejoin his community.
Infrastructure Improvements
Innovation: Malawi Critical Care Study Adapted for COVID-19 Response
The PIH-supported hospital survey identifies resource gaps and helps Malawi plan for immediate and long-term capacity improvements.
The Rise of a Lifesaving Blood Bank in Sierra Leone
In Kono, Sierra Leone, a low-stocked, unreliably cold refrigerator used to serve as the Koidu Government Hospital blood bank. Thanks to investments from PIH, the blood bank is now a thriving department, transforming care for pregnant women and patients throughout the hospital.
Need to Know: OpenBoxes and Supply Chain
In this Need to Know, learn about OpenBoxes, an open source software system PIH's Medical Informatics team developed to manage and track the movement, consumption, and storage of supplies.
PIH Liberia, Government Partners Establish New COVID-19 Center
Clincians had monitored 21 patients at the newly established center as of June 1, providing medical attention and psychosocial support in the coastal city of Harper.
Celebrating New Possibilities at Sierra Leone’s Only Psychiatric Hospital
At a celebration of completed renovations of Sierra Leone Psychiatric Teaching Hospital, PIH-Sierra Leone's executive director gave a speech remarking on the hospital's transformation--and, in the context of protests over police brutality and systemic racism in the U.S, on the two countries' shared "history of injustice."
Research: Rwanda Referral Program Saving Cancer Patients’ Lives
Clinicians at PIH-supported Butaro District Hospital provided access to vital radiotherapy at a time when none was available in the country.
PIH Breaks Ground on New ER Facility at Liberia Health Center
The expansion will greatly improve Pleebo's capacity to meet emergency needs and provide care in areas ranging from hypertension and diabetes to maternal and child health.
How Natural Disaster Response Links to Global Health
Climate change and natural disasters have direct, devastating impacts on the health and well-being of the most vulnerable, and PIH has been there in moments of crisis to deliver care.
Need to Know: WASH
WASH--water, sanitation, and hygiene--is a key part of promoting good health and preventing the spread of infection, especially during a global pandemic like COVID-19.