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Poo-ruse and share informational resources to advocate for greater investments to defeat diarrheal disease. Click the link below to visit our ‘State of the Field Report’ for up-to-date data and research related to diarrheal disease.

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Jan 01, 2017

From introduction to impact: The story of rotavirus vaccines

Rotavirus vaccines are saving lives and improving health in countries where they have been introduced as part of the routine childhood immunization program. We spoke with scientists, advocates, and leaders in three countries—Nicaragua, Ghana, and M...
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Interview with Deborah Atherly

Our team interviewed Deborah Atherly to learn more about health economics and vaccines!
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We need ETEC and Shigella vaccines

ETEC and Shigella are the leading bacterial causes of diarrheal disease. Scientists are working hard to develop vaccines against these deadly pathogens so they can soon become available to the children who need them most.
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A cartoon illustration of two germs named Rotavirus and Shigella. Rotavirus is depicted as a round, purple creature with an angry expression. Shigella is a red, cylindrical character wearing sunglasses and a spiked collar, also looking angry.
Sep 16, 2016

DefeatDD: Superheroes versus villains

Superheroes and villains face off in the battle to DefeatDD! With their powers combined, Nutrition, Vaccines, WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene), and ORS + Zinc help children, families, and communities conquer the biggest bugs terrorizing towns an...
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May 09, 2016

The Financial, Physical, and Emotional Toll of Chronic Diarrhea

Childhood diarrhea is far too common in developing countries. When children do survive, families often face repeated illnesses and a heavy financial burden.
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Sep 23, 2015

Defeating diarrhea: Simple solutions weave the fabric of community health

Every family across the world wants the best for their children.  But everyday dangers in their environment make diarrhea a common and serious threat: more than half a million children die from diarrhea each year, and millions more are hospitalized....
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Zambian students perform pooetry

"Together, we shall fight diarrhea!" In this clip, students at Mukuyu Basic School in rural Mazabuka, Zambia, showcase their health knowledge by performing pooetry. We like their style! Click through our photo album to see more student activities.
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Mar 02, 2012

The Extraordinary Healing Power of Mom

Do you remember how your mom took care of you when you got sick?
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