U.S. Role in Global Health Policy - Reports and fact sheets from the Kaiser Family Foundation

The U.S. & The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EST

This fact sheet examines the key role played by the United States in the Global Fund, an independent, independent, multilateral, financing entity designed to raise significant new resources to combat HIV, TB, and malaria in low- and middle- income countries.

The U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EST

This fact sheet looks at the history, funding and future outlook of the United States government's major initiative to combat HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB), and malaria in developing countries.<br />

Global Health Diplomacy: Advancing Foreign Policy and Global Health Interests

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EST

This journal article examines the growing attention to global health diplomacy and its future outlook as donor nations continue to face tight budgetary conditions.

The U.S. Government and Global Tuberculosis

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EST

This fact sheet explain the U.S. government's role in addressing the global tuberculosis epidemic, including the history of U.S. involvement and funding trends.

The Global Malaria Epidemic: Fact Sheet

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:00:00 EST

This fact sheet provides the latest data on the global malaria epidemic, including impact by region, prevention and treatment options, and the U.S. government response to the epidemic.

What's Next for U.S. Global Health Diplomacy? A Town Hall Forum with Ambassador Eric Goosby

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 EST

On Thursday, Feb. 28, the Kaiser Family Foundation hosts a town hall-style forum with Ambassador Eric Goosby, the newly named head of the State Department's new Office of Global Health Diplomacy as well as U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator, to explore the goals and objectives of the new office.

Budget Tracker: Status of U.S. Funding for Key Global Health Accounts

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST

This resource provides regularly updated information on the status of U.S. funding for key global health programs throughout the budget and appropriations process.

The U.S. Government Engagement In Global Health: A Primer

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST

This primer provides basic information about global health and U.S. government programs that address global health.

Donor Funding for Health in Low- & Middle-Income Countries, 2002-2010

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 EST

This report tracks the most recently available data on funding from donor governments, including the United States, and from multilateral institutions for health in low- and middle-income countries.

The Global HIV/AIDS Epidemic: Fact Sheet

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST

This updated fact sheet provides the latest data on the global HIV/AIDS epidemic, including impact by region, treatment and prevention efforts, and an overview of the U.S. and global responses to the epidemic.

Reporting Manual on HIV/AIDS (Updated)

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EST

This reporting guide is designed for journalists who are covering the global epidemic for the first time and for those who have covered it previously. The Kaiser Family Foundation undertook this project as part of its continuing commitment to supporting good journalism and to combating HIV/AIDS through public education and awareness.

The President’s Malaria Initiative: Fact Sheet

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EST

This fact sheet examines the history, structure and strategy behind the President's Malaria Initiative, an interagency effort run by the U.S. Agency for International Development and implemented together with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 

The Women, Girls, and Gender Equality Principle of the U.S. Global Health Initiative: How Have USG Programs Responded?

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

This report examines how countries are responding to and implementing the women, girls, and gender equality principle of the U.S. Global Health Initiative (GHI). Based on interviews with representatives from 15 GHI country teams, this report identifies nine key themes and trends that could help inform U.S. policy discussions.

The U.S. Department of Defense & Global Health

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EST

This report provides the first comprehensive look at the department's role in global health, examining its organizational structure, activities, strategy, policy, and budget for activities related to global health.

Raising the Profile of Diplomacy in the U.S. Global Health Response: A Backgrounder on Global Health Diplomacy

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 EST

This brief provides an overview of global health diplomacy, including how it has been defined and used historically, and examines potential challenges that may arise when foreign policy goals and efforts to achieve better health outcomes are at odds.

U.S. Global Health Policy Quiz

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 EST

Test your knowledge of U.S. global health policy and efforts to improve health around the world.

AIDS 2012: What Happened & What's Next?

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:00 EST

This Kaiser Family Foundation and Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) briefing assesses the outcomes of the 2012 International AIDS Conference.

Responding to AIDS at Home & Abroad: How the U.S. and Other High Income Countries Compare

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 EST

This report examines the United States' response to HIV over the last 30 years compared to that of other high-income countries.

Pulling it Together: As The International AIDS Conference Convenes, Some Positive News About Public Opinion and HIV

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 00:00:00 EST

As the International AIDS Conference convenes in Washington, DC, in his latest Pulling It Together column, Foundation President Drew Altman highlights positive news about public opinion and HIV from the Foundation’s new survey of the American people conducted with the Washington Post running this week in the paper. It’s the 24th in the special partnership polling series between the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Washington Post.

HIV/AIDS Quiz

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 00:00:00 EST

Test your knowledge of HIV/AIDS, the people it affects and efforts to address the epidemic both globally and in the U.S.

Financing the Response to AIDS in Low- and Middle- Income Countries: International Assistance from the G8, European Commission and Other Donor Governments in 2010

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:00 EST

This report tracks funding levels of the donor governments that collectively provide the bulk of HIV/AIDS relief to low- and middle-income countries.

U.S. Global AIDS Efforts to Help Orphans & Vulnerable Children

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:00 EST

This Kaiser Family Foundation briefing examines the role and policies of the U.S. government and faith-based organizations in helping children orphaned or made vulnerable by the AIDS epidemic.

2012 XIX International AIDS Conference

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 EST

Online webcast coverage of the opening and closing sessions, plenary sessions, official press conferences, and selected other sessions from the AIDS 2012 conference in Washington, D.C., July 22-27, 2012.

Lancet Commentary: The U.S. Global Health Initiative: Where Does It Stand?

Fri, 25 May 2012 00:00:00 EST

This brief examines the successes and challenges experienced by the GHI since it was announced, including issues with its funding and leadership structure, as well as difficulties posed by the global economic crisis.  It was originally published in The Lancet.

Pulling it Together: What We Know about Making the Case to the Public for Global Health

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 EST

In his latest column, Kaiser Family Foundation President Drew Altman draws on Kaiser's latest survey of public attitudes to uncover important nuances about the argument for foreign aid and global health.

2012 Survey of Americans on the U.S. Role in Global Health

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 EST

This new survey explores the American public's views and knowledge of U.S. efforts to improve health for people in developing countries.

The U.S. Government Response to Global Neglected Tropical Diseases

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 EST

Tropical Diseases (NTDs), a group of parasitic and bacterial tropical infections that primarily affect the most impoverished and vulnerable populations in the world.

Statutory Requirements & Policies Governing U.S. Global Family Planning and Reproductive Health Efforts

Thu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 EST

This issue brief provides a summary of the major policies and statutory requirements governing U.S. participation in international family planning and reproductive health efforts.

The U.S. Government and International Family Planning & Reproductive Health

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 EST

This fact sheet examines the U.S. role in international family planning and reproductive health worldwide, including the history of U.S. involvement, current programs and funding, and key issues.

The U.S. Government and Global Maternal, Newborn & Child Health

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

The fact sheet examines U.S. global health policy related to maternal and child health.

Global Child Survival Efforts: Every Child Deserves a Fifth Birthday

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

This Kaiser Family Foundation briefing explores global child survival efforts, including where progress is being made, financial challenges and constraints, and opportunities for further engagement by the U.S. and others.

The U.S. Global Health Initiative

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 EST

This fact sheet looks at the components and organization of the Global Health Initiative (GHI), a U.S.-based effort aimed at organizing the many government structures, programs, and funding streams engaged in global health.

The President’s Budget Request: What Does It Mean For U.S. Global Health Efforts?

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

This February 21, 2012 webcast features an expert panel discussing the President's FY 2013 budget proposal and potential implications for global health. It is part of the Foundation's "U.S. Global Health Policy: In Focus" series.

U.S. Funding for the Global Health Initiative (GHI): The President's FY 2013 Budget Request

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

This fact sheet provides an overview of the Obama Administration's fiscal year 2013 budget plan for the Global Health Initiative, a proposed six-year, $63 billion effort to develop a comprehensive U.S. government strategy for global health.

Global Health Keynote Speech Featuring Dr. Rajiv Shah and Journalism Workshop

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

On Thursday, December 8, the Kaiser Family Foundation's Media Fellowship Program, in conjunction with the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard University and GlobalPost, held an evening discussion on global health decision making and news coverage in Cambridge, MA. The keynote presentation by Dr. Rajiv Shah, Administrator for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), focused on ways to impact childrens' health, global health and poverty, and the future of international aid and public engagement in global issues.

Exploring HHS' Role in Global Health & New Global Health Strategy

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

This Kaiser Family Foundation and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services briefing will explore the Department's role in global health and its Global Health Strategy. The event will feature opening remarks by HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius.

Bono, Jon Stewart and the HIV/AIDS Message

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 EST

In his latest column, Kaiser President Drew Altman spotlights a conversation between Bono and Jon Stewart on HIV/AIDS and discusses what the message about HIV/AIDS should be in light of new research on the benefits of early treatment.

The U.S. & the GAVI Alliance

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 EST

This fact sheet examines the GAVI Alliance (also known as GAVI), an independent, public-private partnership and multilateral funding mechanism that aims to increase access to immunization in poor countries. The fact sheet also explores the role that the U.S. government plays in supporting the partnership.

Health and Development Outcomes of the G-20 Summit

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:00 EST

This November 9, 2011 webcast features an expert panel discussing the outcomes of the Cannes G-20 Summit and implications for global health. It is part of the Foundation's "U.S. Global Health Policy: In Focus" series.

Innovative Financing Mechanisms for Global Health: Overview & Considerations for U.S. Government Participation

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 EST

This report examines some of the most prominent new approaches to global health funding – called "innovative financing mechanisms" – across a broad range of categories, with particular attention to the current level of U.S. government involvement. The report also identifies the potential opportunities and challenges for further engagement by the U.S. as part of its global health effort.

KaiserEDU.org Tutorial: Global Health 101

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 EST

This kaiserEDU tutorial provides an overview of global health by describing the key concepts, measures and major challenges in the field.

Data Note: A Brief Look at Americans' Perceptions of the Global Health

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 EST

This Data Note, using data from a national survey of Americans on HIV/AIDS released in June 2011, examines trends in the public's perception of HIV/AIDS as a global problem. The survey was conducted in recognition of the 30th year of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

The Women, Girls, and Gender Equality Principle of the U.S. Global Health Initiative (GHI): Assessment of the GHI Plus Country Strategies

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

This report assesses how countries are responding to a U.S. Global Health Initiative (GHI) principle to address women, girls and gender equality. 

The U.S. Government's Global Health Policy Architecture: Structure, Programs and Funding

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 EST

This report provides the first comprehensive look at the U.S. government agencies and programs involved in the nation's global health response, including their funding and their approaches.

How is the U.S. Global Health Initiative Changing What Happens in the Field?

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 EST

This Kaiser Family Foundation briefing features U.S. field representatives in Africa and other global health policy experts assessing the progress and challenges in translating the U.S. government's Global Health Initiative in the field.

Congress and Global Health: What Lies Ahead?

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

This live webcast features three policy experts and will examine the new legislative landscape of the 112th Congress and the implications of the change in balance in power for U.S. global health programs.

Kaiser/CSIS Forum with South African Minister of Health

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

This Kaiser/CSIS forum features South African Minister of Health Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi and other experts discussing the HIV/AIDS epidemic in South Africa and other health reforms there.

KaiserEDU.org Tutorial: Global Children’s Health and Mortality

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

This kaiserEDU tutorial examines the basics of global neonatal and childhood mortality by describing the leading causes of deaths among children under five years old.

Kaiser Media Fellowships Program/Columbia Journalism School: Global Health Dinner

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

This note summarizes a forum held by the Foundation on February 9, 2011 examining the state of global health journalism. The discussion included a group of senior editors and reporters, as well as other stakeholders in the world of media.

The U.S. Global Health Initiative’s Women, Girls, and Gender Equality Principle: A Roundtable Discussion

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

This document summarizes the discussion of a roundtable that took place at the Foundation in November 2010 examining the women, girls and gender equality principle of the U.S. Global Health Initiative (GHI).