Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
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How governments define the priorities and parameters for action within their health systems can profoundly affect a country's population — especially in developing countries where the disease burden is often high.
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Opinions and Analysis
Biomed Analysis: Time for rights-based women's health
We need to revive the rights-based agenda and realign research priorities for women's health, says Priya Shetty.
23 May 2012
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Global treaty would improve access to health
A binding international convention would facilitate a move towards more equitable access to R&D in health, according to Suerie Moon and colleagues.
Biomed Analysis: Tackling drug-resistant malaria
19 April 2012
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Policy Briefs
Improving early childhood nutrition
Nutritional interventions can improve health, save lives and boost economic growth but only if implemented before the age of two.
20 January 2010
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Source: International Food Policy Research Institute
Policies to tackle HIV/AIDS
Reducing the global burden of HIV/AIDS relies on increased funding, more research and targeted prevention strategies.
1 December 2009
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Source: Health Affairs
News and Features
Brazil signs new alliance to boost health research
Brazil and the Gates Foundation have created Grand Challenges Brazil, aimed at boosting research on health issues related to poverty.
28 May 2012
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Vietnam partners with Australia to combat TB
Vietnam is seeking help from experts in Australia to reduce its levels of tuberculosis, one of the highest in Asia.
17 May 2012
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'India's drug approvals put industry over people'
11 May 2012
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Millennium villages project 'a success'
10 May 2012
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Source: Nature News
