#access to healthcare
Menstrual Products Are Too Expensive for Many Venezuelan Women
Due to Venezuala's declining economy, women are now unable to afford pads and basic health services. Read more
South African School Girls to Get HPV Vaccine to Protect Against Cervical Cancer
The hope is to reach 30,000 girls by the end of September. Read more
Scientists Discover Rare Worm Bacteria Can Ward Off Malaria-Carrying Mosquitoes
A new study found the repellent in parasitic nematodes Read more
These Indian Patients Wait for Months in Tents to Receive Hospital Care
The AllMS India Medical Science Center has about 8,000 visitors per day. Read more
Sierra Leone's Doctors Are Returning to Hospitals After 13-Day Strike
Doctors were protesting against the lack of medical equipment and resources. Read more
Gender-Responsive Budgeting Is the Foundation of Women’s Empowerment
The Motsepe Foundation is championing policies that will close the gender gap in South Africa. Read more
How Nedbank Is Working to Change the Lives of Children Across South Africa
2.5 million children in the country go hungry every year. Read more
Young Women Are Avoiding Cancer Smear Tests Because They’re Ashamed of Their Bodies
Smear tests save 5,000 lives every year, but a third young women are too embarrassed to go. Read more