News and Stories
-
Reflections on the Rwandan Genocide: Emmanuel Kamanzi
The Rwandan genocide began 20 years ago this month. More than 1 million people were killed in the course of 100 days. We asked four of our Rwandan colleagues to reflect on the genocide and discuss how their country has evolved in the past two decades. Below, Rwanda Program Officer Emmanuel Kamanzi shares his experience. We ask you to stand in solidarity with Rwandans everywhere this month as they commemorate the past and continue to heal. Learn more about PIH/IMB’s work in Rwanda.
-
Rwanda 20 Years after the Genocide: 'Investing in Life'
A new study in The Lancet shows how Rwanda's equity-based approach to health has transformed the country in the wake of the 1994 genocide.
April 4, 2014
-
10 Surprising Facts about PIH’s Tuberculosis Lab in Peru
A new tuberculosis lab in Peru supports research and treatment for the country.
April 2, 2014
-
Dr. Fidel Rubagumya Reflects on Cancer in Rwanda
A recent editorial from Dr. Fidel Rubagumya takes a look at the burden of cancer in Rwanda.
March 28, 2014
-
Empowering Rwanda’s Health Sector Through Global Learning
PIH's partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Rwandan MOH gives health care workers a new perspective.
March 26, 2014
-
Dr. Paul Farmer: A Conversation about Ending TB Deaths
On World TB Day, Dr. Paul Farmer talks with the UN's Ray Chambers about ending TB deaths in The Huffington Post.
March 24, 2014
-
MDR-TB in Children: A Q&A with PIH’s Dr. Mercedes Becerra
On World TB Day, PIH’s Dr. Mercedes Becerra published a groundbreaking paper on pediatric TB.
March 24, 2014
-
Download "PIH Guide to the Medical Management of Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis"
“This is an easy-to-use guide that contains all new information,” says Dr. KJ Seung, program director of PIH/Lesotho, deputy director of TB CARE II, and a co-editor of the guide.
March 21, 2014
-
A Mobile Clinic Delivers to Mothers and Children in Malawi
Every Tuesday in Malawi, a team of PIH and Ministry of Health workers make a harrowing journey up a steep, rutted mountain road to reach the poorest and most marginalized patients. Here’s an inside look at how they do it.
March 19, 2014
-
Working in Global Health: Advice from PIH’s Kathryn Kempton
International Operations Director Kathryn Kempton reflects on her work at PIH and shares advice for those interested in working in global health.
March 17, 2014