#78 – Jacob Trefethen on Global Health R&D
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PEPFAR: Transforming Global Health
This chapter explores the PEPFAR initiative, launched under the George W. Bush administration to combat the HIV/AIDS epidemic, particularly in southern Africa. It highlights the program's successes in reducing HIV-related deaths and improving healthcare infrastructure, while also addressing concerns over current funding instability. The discussion includes the importance of accountability in health organizations and the need for public engagement to ensure continued support for vulnerable populations.
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