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HIV/AIDS Medicine Is Only One Piece of the Puzzle

Susan Smith Ellis | Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact
Susan Smith Ellis

We are, truly, at a turning point. It will take the collective power of governments, foundations, NGOs and the private sector to sustain the global effort to combat the AIDS epidemic.

Bill Clinton Was Right About Wasted HIV/AIDS Funding

Sen. Tom Coburn | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Sen. Tom Coburn

A renewed commitment to saving lives has never been more critical. Despite the significant success of the United States bilateral relief efforts the global fight against AIDS is now at risk of failure. This is unacceptable.

Truth and Reconciliation: President Obama's Global Health Initiative and HIV/AIDS -- Raising the Bar

Anand Reddi | Posted 05.25.2011 | World
Anand Reddi

Eradication of HIV is possible if the world community remains fully committed to funding cost-effective antiretroviral treatment initiatives. Treating our way out is indeed possible.

United States Global Health Policy: HIV/AIDS Treatment Funding At Risk Under President Obama

Anand Reddi | Posted 05.25.2011 | World
Anand Reddi

The diminishing commitment by the G8 towards HIV/AIDS treatment funding is a major topic at the Vienna AIDS conference. Sadly, the perception that HIV/AIDS is no longer an emergency is misinformed.

Will Obama Keep up the Fight on Global AIDS?

Leila Nimatallah | Posted 05.25.2011 | World
Leila Nimatallah

With AIDS still killing 7,400 people each day, now is not the time to slow down, especially when you consider the impact of the crisis on children.

To G8 Leaders: Stand and Deliver for World's Women and Children

Leila Nimatallah | Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact
Leila Nimatallah

This year's G8 Summit will focus on the needs of the most impoverished women and children, and it seems like everyone is jumping on the bandwagon.

Public/Private Partnerships and the President's National AIDS Policy

Nancy Mahon | Posted 05.25.2011 | Impact
Nancy Mahon

This May, President Obama's Office of National AIDS Policy held a meeting to discuss how to tackle the U.S. epidemic. What made this meeting different from past iterations was the diverse group of people in attendance.

President Obama: Don't Turn Your Back on Africa and the Fight Against AIDS and Tuberculosis

Joanne Carter | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Joanne Carter

Last week brought more news about how the global fight against HIV/AIDS and TB is losing crucial momentum after years of promise and progress. President Obama must step up and provide bold leadership on these crucial issues.

Mighty Movie Podcast Special: Lance Bangs on The Lazarus Effect

Dan Persons | Posted 05.25.2011 | Entertainment
Dan Persons

Before the big show this weekend (Jean-Pierre Jeunet on Micmacs and George Romero on Survival of the Dead, yippee!), here's a bonus episode focusing o...

Letting AIDS Win

Ruth Messinger | Posted 05.25.2011 | Religion
Ruth Messinger

There are currently 33 million people infected with HIV. Each year about a million people are newly infected. If we cut funding for AIDS programs now, future costs to stem the epidemic will only increase.

The Other Health Care Debate

Chris Collins | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Chris Collins

If we aim to lead the world toward a more comprehensive approach to global health, we must be willing to fund it. The fiscal year 2011 budget should include increased investments in addressing the deadliest infectious diseases.

U.S. Congressmember Carolyn Maloney on Abhorrent Anti-Gay Legislation in Uganda

Jim Luce | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Jim Luce

On Thought Leaders and Global Citizens. U.S. Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney, representing Manhattan's Upper East Side, Roosevelt Island, and Wester...

It's Time For Leadership And Action on AIDS, Mr. President

Michael Manganiello | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Michael Manganiello

One in every 20 adults in DC is infected with HIV. A national strategic HIV/AIDs plan is one of Obama's priorities, but it isn't working. It's obviously time for a reassessment, Mr. President.

HIV Vaccine: No Silver Bullet Yet

Dr. Peter Klatsky | Posted 11.17.2011 | Healthy Living
Dr. Peter Klatsky

Multiple news agencies reported that a trial vaccine reduced the risk of HIV infection by 30 percent. While I am encouraged by the results, we have yet to find a silver bullet.

DOJ Drops Appeal of Injunction Against "Prostitution Pledge"

Jodi Jacobson | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Jodi Jacobson

This week, the U.S. Department of Justice dropped its appeal of a court injunction prohibiting enforcement of the "anti prostitution pledge" under U.S. Global AIDS Policy.

Obama in Ghana: Pay Attention to Africa

Catholic Relief Services | Posted 05.25.2011 | World
Catholic Relief Services

President Obama should fulfill the promise of candidate Obama by engaging with the people of Africa and doubling foreign aid to $50 billion a year by 2012.

What Obama's Trip to Ghana Really Means

Josh Ruxin | Posted 05.25.2011 | World
Josh Ruxin

Part of Obama's message is most assuredly that US assistance, heretofore strong and, at times, unquestioning, may in the future be linked to a compelling proof of democracy, openness and good governance.

Common Ground: What Does the Far Right Get? Or, Who Wins and Who Loses?

Jodi Jacobson | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Jodi Jacobson

What women need is both access to contraception that addresses their changing needs throughout their lifecycle and access to safe abortion services.

"Game-Changing Pick" Under Consideration to Head New Foreign Assistance Effort

Jodi Jacobson | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Jodi Jacobson

Dr. Paul Farmer expressed eagerness to take the post if it entails reorganizing U.S. foreign assistance, and if he has widespread grassroots support from the global health community.

Calling For US Leadership To Fight Global Health Crises

Jirair Ratevosian | Posted 05.25.2011 | World
Jirair Ratevosian

The global economic crisis makes foreign assistance an even greater priority when you consider the impact it has on the health of the poor and most marginalized.

A Sign that Family Planning is Desperately Needed

Josh Ruxin | Posted 05.25.2011 | World
Josh Ruxin

The so-called gag rule has been a tragic mistake in the real world, especially in Rwanda, where HIV/AIDS and unplanned pregnancies are rampant.

PEPFAR's Shortcomings: What is to Be Done?

Josh Ruxin | Posted 05.25.2011 | World
Josh Ruxin

While it is beginning to look old and creaky, PEPFAR is a progressive and productive program that provides an excellent base of experience on which the Obama administration can build.

Obama Asks Abstinence-Only AIDS Coodinator to Stay

Jodi Jacobson | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Jodi Jacobson

Global AIDS Coordinator Dybul is morally responsible for speaking out when taxpayer funding is being used to perpetuate ideology over evidence, and is leaving people at risk of new infections.

New Bill Would Allow Federal Funds for Syringe Exchange

Jodi Jacobson | Posted 11.17.2011 | Healthy Living
Jodi Jacobson

Syringe exchange and other tales of corrupted policy are the neglected underbelly of the global AIDS success story of the Bush Administration, undermining efforts to prevent new infections.

A Presidential Rx to Improve Health in the New Year

Susan Blumenthal, M.D. | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Susan Blumenthal, M.D.

Our country faces significant health challenges including skyrocketing costs, declining funding for scientific research, and lack of innovation in the government's response to emerging threats.