Country Spotlight Series, Health Systems Strengthening
Faith-based Organization Role in Health Systems in Tanzania
Tanzania is a country faced with a significant burden of disease, poverty, and disparities in health outcomes. According to the World Bank, 26% of Tanzanians live below the poverty line, causing a significant barrier to access and affordability of healthcare in the country.
Ending the HIV/AIDS Epidemic alongside Faith-Based Organizations
by Abigail Kim, University of Southern California Undergraduate and CCIH Communications and Advocacy Intern On this World AIDS Day - December 1, 2020 - we find ourselves nearing the nine-month mark from which COVID-19 was declared an official pandemic. While many of the latest headlines and health updates have surrounded…
Adapting to COVID-19 Reality to Continue Other Health Services
By Sarah Scott, Pepperdine University Student and CCIH Communications and Advocacy Intern The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted nearly every aspect of life. It has affected where people work, attend school, and for millions across the globe, it affects if and how they seek medical care. Since the outbreak...
Connector Articles, Disability Inclusion
Resources to Reach Out to Those with Disabilities in Your Area
by Karen Rispin, Assistive Technology A neglected population: Many faith-based health providers intend to follow in the footsteps of Jesus when they reach out to heal. If you look carefully, most of those Jesus healed were people living with chronic disabilities. Yet this population is often neglected by...