Led by Médecins Sans Frontières, Partners In Health, and others, a breakthrough TB collaboration called endTB has developed new pill-based treatment regimens that can cure drug-resistant TB in just 9 months. This offers new hope against a deadly foe in the world’s most vulnerable communities.
Makoy Samuel Yibi’s relentless efforts have brought Guinea worm disease to the brink of eradication. With support from the Carter Center, Makoy traverses rugged terrain in South Sudan to contain outbreaks and prevent future infections.
With the construction of a potable water system for the remote community of Yucuruchi, 32 families now have access to clean water for the first time, thanks to Amazon Promise and Engineers Without Borders Kansas City.
This is the story of how one NY teenager transformed a district of Malawi with donated soccer equipment. An excerpt from Danielle Butin’s heartfelt story of the Afya Foundation.
One man, one image, millions helped. Witnessing suffering ignited Ron Post’s mission: Medical Teams International. Serving refugees globally, delivering care locally, his legacy shows compassion can change the world.
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