Partners In Health

We've heard of Lesotho ???? And so have the 2 million people who call it home. But if you haven’t, or you have but don’t know much about the country, here’s a quick rundown: Lesotho is a small, mountainous country in southern Africa, known for its breathtaking landscapes, high-altitude villages, and one unique fact: it’s the only country in the world where every inch of land sits over 1,000 meters above sea level. But beyond its beauty, Lesotho faces serious challenges, including high rates of HIV and tuberculosis. Which is why, since 2006, we've been on the ground, delivering lifesaving care, training local health workers, and ensuring people get the treatment they need. So yes, people have heard of Lesotho. And if you hadn’t before, now you have. Tap the link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eywsQmre

No Woman Should Die Giving Birth. In Sierra Leone, too many mothers face childbirth with fear instead of hope. With strengthened health systems, trained clinicians, and lifesaving resources, we are working to change that. At Koidu Government Hospital, 24-hour electricity now powers C-sections, a blood bank helps treat postpartum hemorrhages, and a fully stocked pharmacy ensures essential medicines are always available. With continued support, we can continue expanding this work and building the Maternal Center of Excellence to radically reduce maternal mortality. Watch the video to learn more! Learn more about the MCOE: https://lnkd.in/eb7Rvi6c

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible women leading the way at PIH—53% of our leadership is female! ?? Get to know the changemakers driving health equity around the world. Click here to learn more about our work: https://bit.ly/3js0zVA

Hi everyone ??, welcome to the March edition of the PIH Pulse! This past month, we stood firm in our belief that health care is a human right. The current U.S. administration has introduced policies that threaten global health, but we’ve taken action—issuing statements, sharing explainers, and mobilizing our community. Amid the challenges, we also launched a new series to spotlight good news, something we could all use a bit more of these days! There’s a lot to cover, so let’s dive in ??

It’s Friday, and we could all use some good news! Today, we’re celebrating the incredible women leading the way at PIH!? In honor of #InternationalWomensDay, we’re championing a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive world—starting with our own leadership. Follow the slides to learn more!?

Treating multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) isn’t just about medication—it’s about caring for the whole person. Mental health is just as critical as physical health. Lerato Mpholo faced not only MDR-TB but also the deep emotional toll that came with it. With holistic care from PIH Lesotho, she found hope and strength through comprehensive medical treatment and mental health support. Health care should never stop at the diagnosis. It should heal, uplift, and empower. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/eFrT4S3h

Slashing global health funding will have devastating consequences: ? Tuberculosis cases could rise by 30% ? Up to 17.9M more malaria cases yearly ? 166K more deaths from malaria alone ? 16.8M pregnant women losing lifesaving care These cuts aren’t just numbers—they’re lives. We can’t afford to look away. Take action today: https://bit.ly/43pc4lV

PIH Sierra Leone, in partnership with Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Health, has opened a cutting-edge microbiology lab at Koidu Government Hospital. With advanced technology and expert-led training, clinicians can now make informed decisions, reducing the misuse of antibiotics and improving patient outcomes. ?? Faster results. Better treatment. Stronger health systems. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ejFq6AKC

??? THIS WEEK - Workshop 4: Health workforce? ?? Building cross-functional teams to support oxygen systems 6 March 2025, 1:30-3:00 pm CET ? World Health Organization is continuing its virtual workshop series to introduce practical and applicable knowledge for Member States and partners to expand on or develop costed national medical oxygen scale-up plans. Workshop 4 will feature Laura Alejandra Vélez, Teena Kunjumen, Siobhan Fitzpatrick, Ashish Chauhan and Leandro Pecchia. ?? Register here, all are welcome: https://lnkd.in/gqagXe-R ?? These workshops are conducted in English with simultaneous interpretation for Arabic, French and Spanish. ?? Thank you to Janet Diaz, Sunday Kisoma, Dum Reedius Iwa (BPharm., MPH, MBA), Habtamu Seyoum Tolla MD,MSc dBM, Freddy Kitutu for presenting during Workshop 3. The recording can be seen here: https://lnkd.in/gE7eKpvx. #MedicalOxygen #Healthcare #GlobalHealth #OxygenSystems #OpenWHO #LifesavingCare Janet Diaz | Adriana Velazquez Berumen | Laura Alejandra Vélez | Martha Gartley | Gene Saxon | Jamie Rylance | Marta Lado Castro-Rial | John Adabie Appiah | Samriddha Rana | Julie Viry | Anne Moller | Partners In Health | Carolyn Hemminger | PATH | Unitaid | Robert Matiru | David Lowrance | Global Oxygen Alliance | Leith Greenslade | Every Breath Counts Coalition | IFMBE - International Federation for Medical and Biological Engineering

Early TB detection just got a major boost in Peru! With new AI-powered X-ray machines & molecular biology devices, Peru’s Ministry of Health & Socios En Salud are strengthening frontline health services to find and treat TB faster. This effort, backed by The Global Fund, aims to cut TB cases to 95 per 100K people by 2026. More tech, faster diagnoses, and better care ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/ehpNPb2A