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Why Equitable Global COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Is Essential
Three months in, dozens of countries yet to receive a single dose Posted April 5, 2021 More than three months ago, COVID-19 vaccines began to roll out and a 91-year-old woman in the United Kingdom became the first person—outside of a clinical trial—to receive a vaccine. Six days later, a nurse in New
Care, In A Backpack: Fighting TB in Peru
PIH starts using new tool to expand access to testing, care Posted April 5, 2021 Just weeks ago, Erick Alarcón spent his days racing motorcycles, working in construction and providing for his family. But a diagnosis of tuberculosis brought everything to a standstill. “I already knew that something was wrong,”
COVID Pandemic Devastating to Global TB Care, But Could Bring Positive Change
PIH doctor reflects on challenges, setbacks, and silver linings for health systems Posted on April 5, 2021 The COVID-19 pandemic has severely disrupted care and services for people living with tuberculosis—until recently the world’s deadliest infectious disease—draining or diverting resources and potentially costing hundreds of thousands of lives that could have
Botšabelo Hospital Leading Lesotho’s Care and Support for TB and COVID-19
Fighting two of the world’s deadliest diseases, PIH Lesotho’s Maseru facility is boosting vital infrastructure and conducting outreach across the country Posted April 3, 2021 Partners In Health and Lesotho’s Ministry of Health marked World TB Day with two distinct actions: conducting community tuberculosis screenings in rugged Buta-Buthe District, one of the
Healed Again, Whole Again: Curing TB in Sierra Leone
A case of MDR-TB left Saffiatu Sesay feeling hopeless—then inspired her to care for others Posted on March 24, 2021 At the center of the campus of Lakka Government Hospital, a mango tree stands, its wide branches offering a shaded gathering spot for patients looking for conversation and camaraderie. Many
Patients Cured Through New TB Drugs, Social Support in Kazakhstan
EndTB clinical trial shortens treatment period, helps dozens return to normal life Posted March 24, 2021 While pregnant with her second child, Maral Shorayeva began experiencing symptoms that felt like a cold or flu, but when she went to give birth to her daughter, doctors recognized that something was wrong.
‘I Didn’t Want To Die’: Patient Recalls Diagnosis, Recovery From Tuberculosis
In Mexico, PIH delivers medical care, social support in rural communities Posted March 23, 2021 Abelino Hernández is originally from Guatemala, but he has worked in neighbouring Chiapas, Mexico, for several years to make a living and support his loved ones. He used to work on coffee plantations during Chiapas’
Vicky Reed: Sierra Leone’s Nurse Champion
PIH’s director of nursing in Sierra Leone mentors nurses, strengthens health care system Posted March 18, 2021 Some of Vicky Reed’s earliest memories growing up in Freetown, Sierra Leone are of the health clinic operated by Mildred Hannah Moore: her grandmother, a nurse. “On Saturday mornings, my parents would drop
Ekip Solid: A Conversation With Dr. Valeria Macías
PIH’s executive director in Mexico reflects on her life, career, gender equity Posted March 17, 2021 As a young girl growing up in Monterrey, Mexico, Valeria Macías was inspired by many women in her community. But her grandmother has a special place in her heart. “She has always had her