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These stories challenge your assumptions, spark action, and deepen your understanding of global health, justice, and how we can stand in solidarity with those denied care.
In August 2018, 17-year-old Isata Biango gave birth to triplets at Wellbody Clinic, Sierra Leone. The babies, initially diagnosed with malnutrition, thrived on a new nutrition program, showcasing improved health and growth.
Dr. Paul Farmer, co-founder of Partners In Health, continues to see patients and mentor clinicians worldwide, delivering lifesaving care and guidance.
Dr. Joia Mukherjee led a rally at the UN General Assembly, advocating for universal health coverage as a human right, amid debates on global inequality and health.
At J.J. Dossen Hospital in Liberia, kangaroo mother care (KMC) helps premature babies thrive through skin-to-skin contact, boosting survival and health.
For PIH staff, commitment to social justice is a passion. Here are their recommended books, podcasts, and films that inspire and enlighten them.
Silvester Dambe convinced Keredonia Wilfred to take her HIV meds; 12 years later, he continues to support her and her family, now facing malnutrition in Malawi.
After years of symptoms and failed diagnoses, 14-year-old Kerefasi in Malawi is finally receiving care for type 1 diabetes at PIH’s Advanced NCD Clinic.
Rwandan farmers in a PIH program grow rice to improve food security and income for families with malnourished children, despite challenges like bird infestations.