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Fri., November 21, 2008
NOTES FROM THE FIELD
Today in Congress | Policy Update   


WHO Warns Against Global Health Investment Cuts | more

UNFPA Report Emphasizes Culturally Specific Programs | more

2008 Congressional Elections - Outlook for Global Health | more
 Global Health Council News

  Council Expands Organizational Member Benefits
The Global Health Council changes its benefits and dues structure for member organizations. These changes will help us work toward two elements of our strategic plan, broadening our membership base and offering an enhanced web experience.

  World AIDS Day 2008, Reception
Reception: Mon., Dec. 1, 2008 at the Pan-American Health Organization, Washington, D.C. To commemorate World AIDS Day 2008, please join the us for a series of events to examine the use of communication as a tool for HIV prevention.

  New Leadership in Washington: Post-Election Analysis on Advancing the Global Health Agenda
Parters Forum: Thurs., Nov. 20, 2008 at the Global Health Council, Washington, D.C. The Global Health Council discussed where the new Administration and newly elected Members of Congress stand on global health issues.

  International Leadership in Health Systems Strengthening: Engaging Civil Society
Parters Forum: Tues., Nov. 18, 2008 at the Global Health Council, Washington, D.C. View expert panel presentations on their involvement in the health systems movement and how civil society can engage with them in their efforts.

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 Global Health Council Conference

  Attention Students/New Professionals: NIGH Abstract
   Submission Ends Dec 3


  Best Practices in Global Health Award -
   Nominate Now


  Jonathan Mann Award for Health & Human Rights -
   Nominate Now


  Sponsorship Opportunities Announced

  View Video of Aravind, 2008 Gates Award Winner

  Gates Award for Global Health - Nominations
   Now Closed




 Global Health Events







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World Health News

 India: Fighting the Mosquito Menace

 DRC: Healthcare Crisis as Cholera, Malnutrition Rise

 Nigeria: "With This HIV Test, I Thee Wed"

 Global: Juggling Emergency Aid and Long-Term Development



Global Health TV

  High Hopes for New American President



Member News

 International Workshop on the Integration of Community-Based Management of Acute Malnutrition, Workshop Report

 More Countries Make Spreading HIV a Crime

 Uganda: New Hope for HIV-Discordant Couples



Notes from the Field

  Reducing Diarrhea Risk in Cambodia

  JSI Recognized as a Top Place to Work by The Boston Globe

  Flea Demonstrates CycleBeads in Haiti












Global Health Opportunities


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