News and Stories
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RTHC Patient: Rosaica
Rosaica (3) lives with patent ductus arteriosus and pulmonary hypertension – a heart problem that affects some babies soon after birth, where abnormal blood flow occurs between two of the major arteries connected to the heart. Though she has spent little time in inpatient care for her heart condition, she is in need of life-saving cardiac surgery.
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RTHC patient: Medjine Bastien
Medjine (4) is living with severe tetralogy of fallot – a congenital heart defect that keeps blood and oxygen from mixing.At two months old, Medjine was abandoned by her mother. Her paternal grandmother Marie stepped in to care for the infant and has been by her side ever since.
December 13, 2011
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Growing program "twins" Rwandan physicians with Boston-based oncologists
Program initiated by PIH's Sara Stulac is credited for improving outcomes for children with lymphoma.
December 13, 2011
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Remembering Sonia Pierre
RFK Human Rights Award winner, social activist, and longtime PIH friend leaves behind incredible legacy.
December 13, 2011
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PIH's Louise Ivers honored by American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
Paul Farmer presents ASTMH award and delivers keynote address.
December 9, 2011
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The real-world impact of new government guidelines
How new official guidelines for treating HIV are affecting patients in rural Malawi.
December 9, 2011
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In Haiti, first phase of construction at Mirebalais Hospital nears completion
A cornerstone of PIH's Stand With Haiti fund, new facility will provide care to thousands.
December 8, 2011
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How to train a community health worker
PIH's training team presents how they train community health workers and develop training materials at the American Public Health Association annual meeting.
December 8, 2011
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On World AIDS Day PIH organizes games, distributes information
In Peru, staff combats epidemic by participating in HIV-awareness fair.
December 7, 2011
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Remembering Sonia Pierre
PIH's Loune Viaud reflects on the accomplishments of her longtime friend in an open letter.
December 7, 2011