Q&A: Michelle Baum, Care Resource Coordinator for PIH in Massachusetts

Posted on Jun 18, 2020

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The recent social work grad talks about her role fighting COVID-19 and what the pandemic is revealing about gaps in social support.

The Rise of a Lifesaving Blood Bank in Sierra Leone

Posted on Jun 11, 2020

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In Kono, Sierra Leone, a low-stocked, unreliably cold refrigerator used to serve as the Koidu Government Hospital blood bank. Thanks to investments from PIH, the blood bank is now a thriving department, transforming care for pregnant women and patients throughout the hospital.

PIH Liberia, Government Partners Establish New COVID-19 Center

Posted on Jun 5, 2020

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Clincians had monitored 21 patients at the newly established center as of June 1, providing medical attention and psychosocial support in the coastal city of Harper.

Celebrating New Possibilities at Sierra Leone’s Only Psychiatric Hospital

Posted on Jun 5, 2020

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At a celebration of completed renovations of Sierra Leone Psychiatric Teaching Hospital, PIH-Sierra Leone's executive director gave a speech remarking on the hospital's transformation--and, in the context of protests over police brutality and systemic racism in the U.S, on the two countries' shared "history of injustice."

PIH Staff Picks: Essential Reading and Watching As You Stay At Home

Posted on May 21, 2020

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PIHers around the world recommend books and films that inspire them.

Taika Waititi, Global Stars to Read Roald Dahl Classic to Benefit PIH

Posted on May 18, 2020

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The Roald Dahl Story Company and PIH are partnering to present a YouTube series in which Oscar winner Taika Waititi and a host of guest stars read "James and the Giant Peach" in support of PIH's global work.

Meet the Mental Health Warriors of Sierra Leone

Posted on May 1, 2020

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PIH formally established mental health care programs in Kono, Sierra Leone, last year. Alongside the longtime need for mental health services here, personal experience drives the work of each PIH mental health care provider. Meet some of the team, and learn about the inspiration behind their efforts to make mental health care a human right.

Keeping the Flame: UGHE Student Reflects on Rwanda's Post-Genocide Growth

Posted on Apr 22, 2020

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Orietta Agasaro, pursuing a master's in global health delivery, feels "a deep responsibility" to advocate for equity and social justice in her home country.

Need to Know: WASH

Posted on Apr 21, 2020

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WASH--water, sanitation, and hygiene--is a key part of promoting good health and preventing the spread of infection, especially during a global pandemic like COVID-19.

Facing COVID-19, Preparedness is Key in Sierra Leone

Posted on Apr 17, 2020

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Sierra Leone is still in the earlier stages of the global COVID-19 pandemic, though case numbers continue to rise. PIH and the government's goal has shifted from preventing the virus’ introduction to preventing a serious outbreak, while providing care for all patients, coronavirus or otherwise.