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News and Stories
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Omicron and COVID-19 Vaccination: Fact vs. Fiction
The first key thing to understand about Omicron is that “milder” does not equal “mild.” Delta was a bad disease, and so is Omicron. A staggering number of people are hospitalized and having complications, and while this is worse in the unvaccinated or immunocompromised, even those who are vaccinated can have bad outcomes from Omicron.
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Woman Recovers From Spine Injury After Car Crash In Rural Mexico
PIH helps hundreds in rural Chiapas access specialized care through the Right to Health program.
January 18, 2022
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Omicron’s Impact in PIH Countries Around the Globe
The latest highly contagious COVID-19 variant has impacted PIH-supported facilities in Kazakhstan, Peru, Rwanda, and Sierra Leone.
January 18, 2022
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Report: 22 Billion mRNA Vaccines Needed to Control COVID-19
The report comes as the highly contagious Omicron variant surges worldwide.
January 11, 2022
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ICYMI: Our 12 Favorite Moments from 2021
A collection of virtual events and news stories--including broadcast segments, articles, and podcast episodes--that featured PIH's work in 2021.
December 23, 2021
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PIH's Mission Statement: Explained
An interactive deep dive into the guiding values and principles underlying PIH's mission.
December 23, 2021
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Our 2021 in Photos
A collection of some of our favorite photos from 2021, with commentary from photographers who shared unique moments with PIH staff and patients around the world.
December 22, 2021
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Care Beyond Medicine: Promoting Women’s Health in Sierra Leone
In Kono District, PIH-supported health facilities are busier than ever—including three new initiatives that are making women's health care more accessible and just.
December 21, 2021
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Need to Know: Cold Chain and COVID-19
Strong cold chain infrastructure is vital for public health.
December 21, 2021
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The Push Toward Health Equity in New Bedford, a City of Immigrants
Beyond the pandemic, PIH-US is partnering with New Bedford and local community organizations to establish a broader health equity agenda in this culturally diverse city that has weathered decades of economic and demographic shifts.
December 21, 2021