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IMPROVING LIVES THROUGH BETTER HEALTHCARE
It is unacceptable in the 21st century for people to die because they don't have access to a doctor or a nurse, yet in sub-Saharan Africa it happens every day. Working in Tanzania, we are helping to train hundreds of new health workers and strengthen existing health systems - laying the groundwork for change.
Understanding the Challenge
A woman may walk for hours to reach a clinic, only to find it staffed by an unskilled aide, out of medicines, or closed.
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Featured
PBS Features Touch Foundation's Efforts on Primetime TV
The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer recently reported on the Touch Foundation's efforts to train new health workers in Tanzania during a feature about the severe shortage of doctors in Tanzania.
Newsroom
June 2010 Report
McKinsey on Africa is an anthology of provocative essays and interviews about Africa. Coverage includes the following perspectives: "Africa's growth story," "Doing business in Africa," and "Improving lives in Africa."
Events
Asante 2010 | October 7th
Asante, meaning thank you in Swahili, brings together supporters of the Touch Foundation's healthcare programs in Tanzania.