News & Stories
Tuberculosis remains the world’s deadliest infectious disease, despite being preventable and curable. PIH fights TB through treatment, prevention, and advocacy, ensuring care access for communities.
Haiti continues to battle a persistent cholera epidemic, with recent spikes in cases due to poor water and sanitation infrastructure. Despite efforts, including a proposed $2.2 billion plan, challenges persist, exacerbated by poverty and limited resources.
Learn more about the successful separation of conjoined twin sisters at University Hospital in Mirebalais, Haiti. It highlights the collaborative efforts of an international medical team and provides updates on the twins’ condition post-surgery.
Six-month-old conjoined twin sisters successfully separated at University Hospital in Mirebalais, Haiti, are in stable condition after a collaborative surgery led by an international team of specialists.
Marie Myrka Amazan is the cross-site coordinator of continuing education for all nurses in the health clinics and hospitals supported by Zanmi Lasante in the Central Plateau and lower Artibonite regions of Haiti.
Dr. Eddy Jonas leads a comprehensive GBV program in Haiti, integrating medical, psychosocial, and community support, funded by PIH Canada.
The Slaight Family Foundation’s $1 million gift to Partners In Health is pioneering Haiti’s first emergency medicine residency at University Hospital of Mirebalais, enhancing healthcare capabilities and encouraging local doctors to stay and serve their communities.
Dr. Paul Farmer aims to prevent avoidable deaths in Haiti through basic medical care, supported by a $1 million grant for emergency medicine training.
Dr. Fabrice Julcéus, a product of Haiti’s first family medicine residency in St. Marc, emphasizes holistic care and research to improve healthcare delivery in underserved areas.