disease prevention and control
COVID-19 vaccine deliveries revive normal life
Deliveries of COVID-19 vaccine doses are giving people back the things they love, from spending time with relatives to enjoying concerts.
How 8 U.S. diplomats fought the 2014 Ebola epidemic
The U.S. Department of State honors eight U.S. diplomats who worked tirelessly to stop the spread of Ebola in West Africa in 2014-2015.
U.S. sends COVID-19 vaccines worldwide [rolling updates]
The United States is donating billions in COVID-19 vaccine doses, funding for COVAX and medical supplies to countries all over the world.
U.S. support helps ready world’s first malaria vaccine
The WHO has recommended a malaria vaccine called RTS,S for widespread use. Learn the role the U.S. played in this "historic moment."
Bringing smiles and dental care to Djibouti
U.S. army soldiers are teaching children in Djibouti about nutrition and dental health. Learn more about the difference they are making.
Elite athletes in U.S. help break stigma of mental illness
By acknowledging their own mental health battles, athletes are raising awareness of conditions that affect millions worldwide.
The American people are helping Cubans in crisis
The U.S. embargo against Cuba still allows nongovernmental organizations, private citizens and religious groups to send aid to Cuba.
Scientists honored for 2005 research that led to COVID-19 vaccines
Today's COVID-19 vaccines are based upon research about messenger RNA that has won two University of Pennsylvania scientists a coveted honor.
U.S. sends COVID-19 vaccines worldwide [September 2021]
The United States is donating billions in COVID-19 vaccine doses, funding for COVAX and medical supplies to countries all over the world.