Annual GHECon Colloquium Addresses Economics of Health in Vulnerable Populations
IGHS News |
Identifying health needs of vulnerable populations and developing interventions to improve the health of disadvantaged people remains a challenge, both here in the US and around the globe.
Understanding Determinants of Health, One Course at a Time
Blog |
With courses like Socio-Cultural and Behavioral Determinants of Health and an elective Women’s Health and Empowerment in the winter quarter of the Institute for Global Health Sciences (IGHS) master’s program, I knew this quarter would be my favorite.
Developing Countries Showcase HIV Test and Treat Pioneers
IGHS News |
In Africa, it’s striking how in resource-poor settings there are such high levels of social interdependence. And this is a strength that we [here in the U.S.] would do well to better emulate.
Master’s Program Sparks Ideas and Inspires Action
Blog |
If you are a prospective student and think you are passionate about a global health issue, you will soon find yourself, in fact, passionate about a lot more than just one.
Reflecting on Road Safety during a Holiday in East Africa
Blog |
Courtesy World Health OrganizationIn the early morning ho
Symposium to Discuss New Priorities for Academic Global Health Sciences
IGHS News |
After nearly two decades of substantial progress in improving health worldwide, the field of academic global health is entering a period marked by new challenges and opportunities.
Building Effective Regional Partnerships to Eliminate Malaria
Blog |
Cross-border transmission of malaria poses a significant challenge to successful elimination of the disease.
Richard Feachem Talks about Malaria Elimination
In the News |
Malaria elimination in Asia Pacific could lead to large return on investment, new study shows
IGHS News |
New research reveals the estimated costs and benefits of eliminating malaria in the Asia Pacific region – including the
Department of Emergency Medicine Designated as a WHO Collaborating Centre for Emergency and Trauma Care
IGHS News |
Traffic Lights, School Lunch and Cultural Perceptions of Health: Pediatric Obesity in Ecuador
Blog |
Childhood obesity is one of the greatest health crises of the 21st century. According to a 2015 report by the World Health Organization (WHO), 42 million children under the age of 5 were either overweight or obese.
IGHS Translates Evidence into Policy to Improve Global Surgery
IGHS News |
Catherine Juillard wasn’t sure what to expect in 2011 when she presented the results of a pilot study on injuries in Cameroon to a roomful of the country’s infectious disease experts.
Data-Rich, Low-Cost Technology Helps Shut Down Malaria
IGHS News |
Malaria is one of the deadliest diseases on Earth. But remarkable progress has been made over the past 50 years, and now several countries are on the verge of eliminating this mosquito born disease.
Eric Goosby Travels the World to Advocate for Funding to End TB
IGHS News |
At the United Nations General Assembly in September, while the world’s attention was on the brinksmanship of the United States and North Korea, UCSF Institute for Global Health Sciences’ Eric Goosby was behind the scenes, meeting with th
UCSF Announces the Institute for Global Health Sciences
IGHS News |
To better address emerging global health problems, UCSF Global Health Sciences has been designated the Institute for Global Health Sciences (IGHS).
Global Health Group Celebrates 10 Years of Impact
IGHS News |
When Sir Richard Feachem, DSc(Med), PhD, founded the Global Health Group at UCSF Global Health Sciences (GHS) in 2007, he had a bold vision: eliminate malaria from the face of the earth.
The Machine and the Mosquito
In the News |
Tiny Hats for Tiny Babies
IGHS News |
Calling all knitters and crocheters!
Cancer Drug Can Reactivate HIV
UCSF News |
United Nations Special Envoy on Tuberculosis Commends India for Its Bold Vision in Combatting TB
IGHS News |
The World Health Organization (WHO) issued the following press release regarding Dr. Eric Goosby's visit to India to support the country's efforts toward ending TB.
Star Trek-Inspired Virtual Mentor Wins Saving Lives at Birth Seed Grant
IGHS News |
Star Trek was the inspiration for Tiffany Lundeen’s winning application to save the lives of mothers who experience postpartum hemorrhage.
Decline in Financing Could Undermine Malaria Efforts
IGHS News |
Global malaria elimination funding is declining at a time when it remains crucial to eliminating the disease worldwide, according to a study published