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Health Introduction

Healthcare poses a complex challenge for developing countries, interweaving problems of science, health and development.

Opinions and Analysis

Measles jab, Central African Republic Africa must prepare now for malaria vaccine

African countries must set money aside for malaria vaccines now, and hire business leaders to run control programmes, says Tom Egwang.

20 August 2008 | EN

A nurse prepares TB drugs in Peru We can learn from XDR-TB treatment in Lima

A Peruvian clinic's treatment of extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis is an example to the developing world, says Mario C. Raviglione.

11 August 2008 | EN | ES
Source: New England Journal of Medicine

Malaria cannot be halted on its own

5 August 2008 | EN
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases

Policy Briefs

A woman affected by HIV/AIDS grows food for her family in Ethiopia Integrating HIV, food security and nutrition policies

Recommendations for governments, civil society and international partners on addressing food and nutrition concerns in the context of HIV.

13 August 2008 | EN
Source: UNAIDS

Controlling TB requires public awareness

An assessment of national tuberculosis policies in select countries emphasises the need for more public engagement.

27 June 2007 | EN
Source: Open Society Institute


News and Features

Crop harvesting in India South Asia News in brief: 7–20 August

Indian HIV vaccine passes first trials, US$6.25 million transgenic crop initiative launched, cholera past offers new insights, and more.

20 August 2008 | EN

Efavirenz capsules Scientists reveal 'most effective' drug for HIV/TB patients

Scientists have recommended the antiretroviral drug efavirenz for patients suffering from both HIV and tuberculosis.

15 August 2008 | EN | 中文

US voucher system to boost tropical disease drugs

14 August 2008 | EN
Source: Intellectual Property Watch