Burkina FasoCervical CancerHPVStoryWomen's Cancers
May 20th, 2025

Compassion in Every Step: Madina’s Journey as a Cervical Cancer Advocate

Community health worker, Madina Ouedraogo, knows that when it comes to cervical cancer prevention, every second counts.

FistulaKenyaMaternal HealthStory
April 29th, 2025

Six Decades in the Shadows: Esther’s Journey to Restoring Dignity after Fistula

Esther endured decades of shame and isolation due to an untreated obstetric fistula. In May 2024, Esther received successful treatment through Jhpiego’s Obstetric Fistula Project in Kenya, restoring her health and dignity.

CameroonMalariaStory
April 24th, 2025

With Rain Comes Risk and Resilience: Families Combat Malaria in Cameroon

Heavy rainfall in Cameroon’s North and Far North Regions is typical during the country’s rainy season, with rain falling nearly…

A health worker getting ready to vaccinate a child who is behind on the RTS,S malaria vaccination schedule.
ImmunizationMalariaStoryVaccinations
April 24th, 2025

It’s Time to Catch Up: The Batié Health District in Burkina Faso Finds a Way to Fully Vaccinate Children at Risk of Malaria

Malaria is a life-threatening disease spread to humans by certain types of mosquitoes. Predominantly found in tropical countries, it affects…

BreastfeedingHIVNewborn HealthPrePThought Leadership
March 25th, 2025

A New Tool to Keep Breastfeeding Moms Safe from HIV Infection

A recent article in The Lancet HIV describes results of a study on the safety of the dapivirine vaginal ring for preventing HIV in breastfeeding mothers—and consequently protecting their babies, as well.