Thursday, October 30, 2014

Malaria Reductions in Bolivia

The UNDP has provided an analysis of the ways in which new governmental programs to combat malaria in Bolivia have been effective and why they are effective.

Impacts of Tobacco on Public Health

The UNDP has just released new information on the relationship between tobacco use and public health throughout developed countries.

Genetics and Ebola

Recent findings by scientists have demonstrated that there are genetic links between those who survive Ebola and those who do not.

Health Facilities' Usage for Births in Haiti

USAID Global Health has released an important new report on the infrequent use of health facilities for infant deliveries in Haiti.

Gaps in TB Implementation

Medecins Sans Frontieres has just released a report on areas of important gaps in treatment for TB patients in 8 different countries.

HIV and Post-Partum Issues

A new study on post-partum transmission of HIV has just been released, highlighting the importance of mothers seeking post-partum care in order to detect when transmission occurs and provide early treatment for the infant.

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Insurance and Maternal Health

USAID has recently released a report on the impact of health insurance coverage availability on maternal health rates in a variety of low and middle income countries.