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Adding Vaccines to Intensify the Assault on Malaria
The international community has made phenomenal progress against malaria, but the gains are fragile. Read more >>
The Power of Mobile to Improve Women’s Health
Mobile technology has made possible innovative new ways to deliver health information and services. Read more >>
USAID Finalist for Service to America Medal
On May 6, USAID’s Cara Christie and the Horn Drought Humanitarian Response Team were selected for their outstanding work identifying and coordinating U.S. humanitarian relief efforts during the 2011 Somalia famine. Read more >>
Why Open Data Matters: G-8 and African Nations Increase Open Data for Food Security
The concept of open agriculture data fuses transparency and technology to improve food security worldwide. Read more >>
Netbooks Empower Community Health Workers to Improve Health in Bangladesh’s Poorest Communities
Developing high quality, evidence-based communication campaigns that promote healthy behaviors is quite a challenge for Bangladesh. Read more >>
Technologies to Keep Mothers Safe
t PATH, we’re dedicated to developing simple, affordable technology to make sure becoming a mother is a time of joy the world over. Read more >>
Improved TB Diagnosis & Treatment: Research and Innovation Urgently Needed to Address Global Epidemic
In 1882, Dr. Robert Koch discovered Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacteria that causes TB. Read more >>
Full Speed Ahead for Open Ag Data
Last week, hundreds of innovators gathered at the World Bank IFC Center to brainstorm about how Open Data can be harnessed to help meet the challenge of sustainably feeding nine billion people by 2050. Read more >>
The Promise of MPTs: An Integrated Approach to Women’s Health
Women and girls are fundamental to the health and well-being of societies worldwide and we still have significant challenges to overcome before reaching essential development goals. Read more >>
Photo of the Week: Administrator Shah in North Colombia
Last week, Administrator Shah met with displaced families in Corozal, Sucre in Northern Colombia at a land titling event, and received a warm “thank you” from one of the community members. Read more >>
