A strengthened cervical cancer prevention program at Phocweni Umbutfo Eswatini Defence Force (UEDF) Clinic is closing a dangerous gap between diagnosis and treatment, demonstrating how sustained frontline effort, stronger clinical systems, and relentless follow-up can prevent cervical cancer.
Vaccine distribution in the Philippines will be enhanced to increase efficiency, reliability, and sustainability under an agreement between the Philippine Department of Health (DOH), URC, and PTC Logistics. A Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) creates a pilot project that will preserve a vaccine’s…
URC’s work to tie successful reintegration of deportees from the United States with economic development has been honored by The International Stability Operations Association (ISOA) with the Innovation Award, a part of the organization’s Global Impact Awards. “Our program in Guatemala is…
Sixty years of service and commitment to improving the lives of people around the world began with a simple but practical idea: to provide training and research services for U.S. government professionals and build the expertise needed to solve problems in communities…
For the first time in the country’s history, Ghana will have one set of uniform, consistent definitions and descriptions affecting every aspect of healthcare for its citizens. Under the direction of the Ministry of Health (MOH), the Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA)…
A new study published in a peer-review journal by the USAID RenewHealth Project led by URC examining the attitudes of healthcare providers (HCPs) in the Philippines highlights significant challenges in addressing drug addiction as a public health issue and providing compassionate care…
As the holiday season settles over Juba, there’s a palpable sense of hope and renewal. The city’s holiday decorations—ranging from vibrant lights to a festive, holiday-themed billboard at the airport—offer a cheerful contrast to the challenges that persist in South Sudan. This…
The Ugandan Ministry of Health (MOH) recently recognized URC’s significant role in making pregnancy and childbirth safer for Uganda’s moms. The USAID Uganda Health Activity (UHA), led by URC, was acknowledged as Uganda’s best maternal and child health partner of the year…
In global health, integrating health systems and services stands as a beacon of progress, promising enhanced access, quality, and coverage. The ongoing move towards an integrated primary healthcare system is necessary to meet the diverse health needs of communities worldwide. This blog…
Imagine taking a road trip. A long drive to someplace new, where you can enjoy the scenery, make discoveries, and simply decompress. If you’re like me, you’ll need to pull up a map on your phone for step-by-step instructions on how to…
