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Jul 27, 2007
An Outbreak of Truth About AIDS in Africa
A new generation of intelligent, well-informed literature about the AIDS epidemic in Africa is trumpeting the need to better “know your epidemic.”
Jul 23, 2007
Local Knowledge is Key; Here Too
A case of failure to seek local knowledge was recently highlighted in a New York Times article describing the current conflict between US-based advocacy groups and local aid workers in the Darfur region of Sudan.
Jul 16, 2007
Simple Can Be Best
Much good can come from introducing new technologies into developing communities, but often the best of development comes when existing resources are put to mindful use.
Jul 06, 2007
In Global Health, Money Isn’t the Problem
A recent Economist article argues that there is more than enough money earmarked for world health initiatives, but that the available funds are not being dispersed.