Child malnutrition is widespread, stunting the brain development of millions of children in low- and middle-income countries. But it doesn’t have to be this way. The Economist explores how investing in nutrition for women and children—especially in the critical window of the first 1,000 days of life—can have a significant impact on the cognitive abilities of future generations. https://econ.st/3S4uxgU
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We are a nonprofit organization fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world.
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We are optimists, aiding in removing the barriers that limit people from reaching their full potential. In developing countries, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation focuses on improving people’s health and giving them the chance to lift themselves out of hunger and extreme poverty. In the United States, it seeks to ensure that all people—especially those with the fewest resources—have access to the opportunities they need to succeed in school and life.
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On #MalalaDay, lets reflect on Malala Yousafzai's message: By advancing and investing in women’s education, we can transform economies, the environment, and the whole world. ♀🌍
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While the HPV vaccine is a crucial tool to help prevent cervical cancer, the two to three dosage recommendation makes it out of reach for many woman and girls. This challenge made Dr. Ruanne Barnabas ask herself: “Do we need one dose of the HPV vaccine, two doses; how many doses do we really need?” Although the question was simple, finding the answer took her on an unpredictable journey that culminated in the KEN SHE study; a clinical trial, informed by Dr. Barnabas’ theoretical models that set out to prove the efficacy of a single dose of the HPV vaccine. Walk with Dr. Barnabas as she takes you on a journey toward a healthier world: https://gates.ly/3WfHbwa
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"When women and girls have access to the healthcare and nutrition they need to remain healthy, the freedom to make reproductive choices, and the opportunity to pursue their ambitions, we unlock a cycle of prosperity that benefits everyone.” - Professor Samba Sow, former Minister of Health for Mali and current Director General of the Center for Vaccine Development (CVD) Critical investments in maternal, newborn, and child healthcare have the power to save and improve lives. One study found that if women’s health were adequately funded, women could gain an average of seven additional healthy days per year. That’s over 500 days in a lifetime. But these benefits extend beyond women alone. Healthier women drive economic growth and prosperity for us all. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cAXY2j
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Although the HPV vaccine that helps prevent cervical cancer was introduced in 2006, only 21% of girls had received a dose as of 2022. The reason? The initial recommendation was two or three doses of the HPV vaccine—a challenging expectation for anyone, and especially for people in communities with limited access to healthcare. The KEN SHE study, led by Dr. Ruanne Barnabas and her team, set out to determine the efficacy of a single dose HPV vaccine. What they found was one giant step forward in helping save the lives of millions of women across the globe. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/grmM9GWZ
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Equity exemplar! Mike Bloomberg’s $1 billion tuition offset for The Johns Hopkins University Medical School students paves a career path for the best and brightest of all means to advance global health. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gKPQ4gcN
$1 billion gift to make Johns Hopkins medical school free for most
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Millions of African women have to forgo their careers to care for their loved ones due to a lack of quality and affordable caregiving options. But there is a solution: to build a new care system that creates “opportunities for decent work, safe and dignified care, and economic transformation for all.” In a new Ideas piece, Mavis Owusu-Gyamfi, Executive Vice President and incoming CEO & President of the African Center for Economic Transformation (ACET), shares how rethinking our approach to care is key to advancing gender equality and economic growth: https://lnkd.in/gS6cjKnb
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The KEN SHE study, led by Dr. Ruanne Barnabas and her team, set out to determine the efficacy of a single dose HPV vaccine. They found that just a single dose was 97.5% effective in helping prevent the most dangerous strains of HPV—one giant step forward in helping save the lives of millions of women across the globe. Watch the full video to learn more about the team’s journey to help protect more women from cervical cancer: https://gates.ly/4bB85mM
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In this month’s roundup, we're sharing some exciting new findings on the impact of research and development for neglected diseases. We also explore the critical role of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance in saving millions of lives, and how to reimagine the approach to care to advance gender equality:
The Optimist: June Highlights
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It’s time to rethink our approach to caregiving. Let’s give caregivers the pay, protections, and policies they need to best support themselves and those they care for. In the latest post on Ideas, Mavis Owusu-Gyamfi of the African Center for Economic Transformation (ACET) explains how building a new care economy will create opportunities for decent, paid work, and drive economic transformation and gender equality across Africa. https://gates.ly/3xwLBp0
Creating a care economy that supports women and helps communities thrive
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