Winter 2009
Feeding the Hungry
The world food crisis is undermining the promising trends in global health over the past decade. Malnutrition, according to the World Health Organization, is a major threat to public health worldwide, responsible for one-third of child deaths and 10 percent of all diseases. It has negative effects on education, economic growth, productivity and income. As food prices rise due to energy costs and increased population, families will be forced to spend even more than the 75 percent of their disposable income they currently spend on food. In the end, the global community may find it a challenge just to stay even.
Features
Is the U.S. Using Money Wisely?
Critics advocate for a more efficient, development-oriented food program.
How Did We Get Here?
The causes of higher prices are the subject of much analytical and policy debate.
The African Green Revolution
Africa is looking to a new project - The African Green Revolution - as its hope to feed the hungry.
Sustained Fixes for Nutrition?
Nutrition-dense foods are lifesavers but they are not a long-term solution.
Secrets, Taboos and Private Lives in Jamaica
A poet's journey into world of HIV becomes deeply personal
The Financial Crisis and Global Health
Shortfalls in aid and donor revenue may be substantial
Big Pharma Bets on Emerging Economies
Nuanced approach reflects ability to pay in new tradeoff
Online Exclusives
Cool Escapes from the Hot Zone
Explore another part of Kenya, one with beaches, donkeys and history
Going Viral
What’s hot on YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn and other places online…
Dim Sum
A collection of film picks, book reviews, and other items of note
Field Notes
Female Community Volunteers Save Children from Pneumonia Deaths in Nepal
Screenshots
How People Pay For Health Services
World Bank, World Health Organization survey trends
Where are the Refugees?
Countries most prevalent in hosting displaced people
2.6 Billion Without Toilets
Where improved sanitation is lacking around the globe
