Tag: disease prevention and control
U.S. researchers look for long-lasting Ebola vaccine
U.S. researchers are testing two new Ebola vaccines in a clinical trial, hoping to offer long-lasting immunity against deadly strains of the Ebola virus.
The world steps up to help Venezuelans
The world has pledged more than $100 million in humanitarian aid to Venezuela. On February 14, the interim government gathered donors to discuss the crisis.
Working toward beating the flu with a universal vaccine
In a single shot, a universal vaccine could protect patients for their lifetime from multiple existing or future strains of influenza virus.
U.S. aid will help feed Venezuelans
The humanitarian crisis in Venezuela has led to a shortage of food and medical supplies, causing millions of people to go hungry and flee their homes.
Under Maduro, babies are victims [graphic]
A worsening heath crisis in Venezuela, brought on by the Maduro regime's corruption, has led to a sharp spike in infant death.
U.S. readies aid to Venezuelans [video]
Secretary Pompeo reaffirms U.S. support to the victims of the socialist Nicolás Maduro regime in Venezuela.
Working toward an AIDS-free future for girls in Africa
Girls and young women account for 74 percent of new HIV infections among adolescents in sub-Saharan Africa. The DREAMS initiative is reducing that number.
For 15 years, PEPFAR has given hope … and health [video]
The U.S. global AIDS relief initiative has helped millions of people since it was created 15 years ago. Meet one of them.
U.S. marks 15 years of saving lives on World AIDS Day
December 1 is World AIDS Day. See the latest figures showing the millions of lives saved through the U.S. global AIDS relief initiative called PEPFAR.