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A group of diverse people is standing on stairs indoors, smiling for a photo. A sign with "ROTA" is visible on the right. They appear to be attending a formal or corporate event.
May 03, 2017

Arming journalists to join the battle against diarrheal diseases

Back in 2000, when the Indian newspaper the Hindustan Times launched its Bhopal edition and I joined the team, I quickly learned about the importance of ‘local’ editions and the challenge of hunting out stories that would resonate with readers in...
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A woman with a bindi and nose ring in traditional attire stands holding a young child close to her. The child, wearing a bangle, clings to her shoulder, both looking directly at the camera with a thatched roof structure visible in the background.
Feb 08, 2017

With increasing literacy levels, women are taking charge

It’s a story that many of us in India are hardened to: rural women talking about their children and the challenges they face in rearing them. A recent trip to one of north India’s poorest areas – the drought-hit Bundlekhand – both surprised a...
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An informational poster titled "Why is Diarrhea Dangerous?" It describes how diarrhea can be fatal due to dehydration and organ failure. The poster depicts the infection pathways of pathogens: Enterotoxigenic E. Coli, Shigella, and Rotavirus, focusing on how E. Coli infects a child.

How does diarrhea become deadly?

The danger is in rapid dehydration. But there's a solution.
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An illustrated poster features diverse cartoon superheroes with a tagline "Join the Fight to DefeatDD! We Can All Be Heroes!" One hero is holding a shield labeled "ORS," and another has a gadget. The backdrop includes dynamic lines and PATH #DefeatDD logos.

We can all be heroes to DefeatDD

Say sayonara to Star Trek because this summer's biggest blockbuster isn't playing at your local theater. The most compelling drama comes to you right here, as superheroes and villains face off in the fight to defeat diarrheal disease!  
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Three individuals are standing in front of a large military tank. The person on the left wears a white T-shirt, the person in the middle is in a brown shirt, and the person on the right is dressed in a blue shirt. The scene appears to be outdoors with trees in the background.
Aug 23, 2016

Behind the headlines: When conflict escalates, infectious diseases thrive

"Let me say the obvious: War is bad for your health."
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Three young girls in red sweaters pose in front of a decorated Christmas tree and a fireplace. The girl on the left has light brown hair, the one in the middle has blonde hair in a half-up style, and the smallest girl on the right has a big smile and blonde hair.

Shigella: A Survivor's Story

Jackie became severely ill with Shigella at nine years old, right around the time this photo was taken.
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A circular flowchart titled "Damaged gut structure & function" shows steps leading to malnutrition: blunted villi, permeable gaps, pathogen leakage, inflammation, impaired nutrient absorption, smaller surface area, and nutrient redirection. Arrows connect each step.
Jul 12, 2016

DefeatDD's visual on gut damage makes environmental enteropathy digestible

Enteric pathogens can cause long-term gut damage.
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A scenic view of a rocky coastline bathed in sunlight, with a clear blue sky and the sun shining brightly overhead. People are walking along a path, enjoying the view of the calm ocean and the rugged landscape. Shrubs and rocks are scattered along the cliffside.
Apr 20, 2016

Why climate change doesn’t have to be a sh*t storm

Climate change poses both threats and opportunities for the future of human sanitation, nutrition, and diarrheal disease.
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A child receives oral medication from an adult's hands, with the child tilting their head back. The adult holds a small bottle and administers drops into the child's mouth. The scene takes place outdoors with blurred people in the background.
Apr 12, 2016

A New Toolkit to Help Stop Cholera

Cholera is an acute diarrheal disease that can lead to rapid dehydration and death if not immediately and correctly treated. While the global burden of cholera is not precisely known, estimates show that there are more than 2 million cases per year ...
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A visual guide titled "CARD 3. Vitamin A" displays food items rich in Vitamin A, including eggs, fish, liver, various vegetables and milk. Beside it are three diagrams showing a person feeding a child. The guide is placed on a wooden surface outdoors.

Good nutrition and strong minds: What’s the connection?

Children need a nutritious diet to grow healthy and strong. If children don't get key nutrients during these critical early years, the impact can be far-reaching.  
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