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Hot Topics lecture: Paul Farmer on best ways to boost health care in poor countries
July 18, 2012 -- Paul Farmer has a clear message on the best way to improve health in resource-poor countries: Build up health care systems, train health care workers, and keep the focus at the community level. “It’s…
Rwanda’s health insurance program has improved care utilization, reduced household spending
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Poll: Many sick Americans experience significant financial problems and report their care is not well-managed
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The art of getting things done
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While Americans debate universal health, other nations adopt coverage for all
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Report says countries must address needs of world's aging population
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