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Three blue-capped test tubes labeled with black marker sit upright in a plastic container filled with crushed ice. The labels on the caps appear to be handwritten and somewhat smudged.
Jan 18, 2023

What would success look like for a Shigella vaccine?

Findings from a new series of studies could hold broad implications for developing vaccines against enteric pathogens.
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A wall displays multiple sheets of paper with handwritten messages related to health and hygiene. Notes include phrases like "Vaccines are for everyone," "Wash your hands," and "No diarrhea, more smiles." Some posters have hashtags, mentions of vaccines, and cleanliness tips.
Dec 13, 2022

Poo Guru talks sh*t at the VASE Conference with global experts on diarrhea vaccines

“No diarrhea; more smiles.” “The answers are in the poop.” This and more poo-etic wisdom from our the VASE Conference attendees graced the open spaces between the poster presentations.
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A healthcare worker wearing a mask prepares a syringe in the foreground. In the background, several people, including a child, wait in a bright room with blue curtains.
Nov 23, 2022

Upstream Strategies for Antimicrobial Resistance

Vaccines, nutrition, and WASH reduce antibiotic overuse.
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Four cartoon poop emojis, each representing different themes: environment (globe, thermometer), gender equality (symbols, scales), healthcare (mask, stethoscope), and science (lab coat, syringe). Each has a unique background color: blue, yellow, purple, and teal.
Nov 16, 2022

The Poo Guru: Toilet Facts For You

Meet Poo Guru! She is flush with facts about toilets, sanitation, and their vital role in global health. This World Toilet Day, as we celebrate all kinds of loos and latrines, the Poo Guru is our guide. She aims to raise awareness and investment in s...
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Infographic with overlapping areas and icons illustrating overlapping protection strategies including clean cook stoves, antibiotics, vaccines, exclusive breastfeeding, basic sanitation, proper nutrition, safe drinking water, oral rehydration solution, and zinc supplements.
Nov 10, 2022

Pneumonia and Diarrhea: Are We Reaching Global Goals?

The Global Action Plan for the Prevention and Control of Pneumonia and Diarrhoea outlines an integrated approach to simultaneously tackle these leading infectious killers of children.
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Bar graph titled "Number of zero-dose children—Global." Bars show 13.3M (2020), 16.5M (2021), and 18.2M (2022). Line trend indicates a target of 6.64M. A "Download Chart" button is present.
Nov 03, 2022

A vaccine scorecard for the globe

An example of the kind of charts available through the Immunization Agenda 2030 scorecard, this image conveys how global trends fall short of zero-dose children coverage targets.   
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A handwashing station with a tank labeled "STA" stands outside a barred window of a building. Inside, several people in uniforms are visible, some wearing high-visibility vests. The scene suggests a healthcare or administrative setting.
Oct 14, 2022

Let’s Realize the Promise of Universal Hand Hygiene

Poor WASH is responsible for more than half of global diarrheal disease cases. As with COVID-19, the poorest communities are the hardest hit.
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A caregiver administers oral medication to a baby held by a woman dressed in a blue and gold patterned outfit. The baby lies calmly with eyes closed, surrounded by colorful fabrics.
Aug 22, 2022

Nigeria writes a new chapter for child health with the introduction of rotavirus vaccine

Rotavirus vaccine has the potential to save nearly 100,000 children’s lives in Nigeria.
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Two people measuring coffee grounds from a jar labeled "Mighty" into a scoop. A beaker and other containers are on the table. One person is wearing a ring on their left hand.
Aug 16, 2022

Bugs for our bugs: Could eating insects help combat gut inflammation and boost health?

Insects are rich in protein, fiber, and prebiotics, and require fewer environmental resources.
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A medical register labeled "ORT Corner Register" lies on a white surface alongside a purple tray with blue cups, medication boxes, and a white bottle. Various notebooks and papers are partially visible nearby.
Aug 04, 2022

ORS – The Magic Solution for the Treatment of Diarrhea and Dehydration in Kenya and Beyond

ORT corners are a low-resource method for healing children and educating caregivers about diarrhea.
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