Infectious Disease & Global Health
Infectious Disease & Global Health
The Infectious Diseases and Geographic Medicine Division at Stanford is noted for pioneering research, innovation, and outstanding clinical care and subspecialty training. Many of our faculty sit within and conduct research with the Center for Innovation in Global Health and the Woods Institute for the Environment.
Infectious Disease & Global Health News
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Optimal C-section rate may be as high as 19 percent to save lives of mothers and infants
A new study suggests that the World Health Organization recommendation for cesarean delivery rates should be re-examined.
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Dangerous liaison: Bacteria, viruses in league
Serendipity spurs the discovery of a curious collusion between bacterial pathogens and viruses that infect them, triggering the formation of clinically frustrating structures called biofilms.
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A conversation with the Gates Foundation's Anita Zaidi
Anita Zaidi, MD, discusses the timely issues impacting the health of children around the world.
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From bedside to patient: An Ebola survivor's odyssey
Ian Crozier, MD, a physician volunteer in West Africa, recounted his story of surviving the Ebola virus and the complications that ensued.
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Early-career awards fast track studies on poverty and health
Juggling her duties as a clinician and an instructor in family medicine, Rita Hamad is closer than ever to her goal of a research career, with the help of an early-career program and pilot grants.
Upcoming Courses
Conferences and Workshops
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02/27/2016
International Humanitarian Aid Skills Course
Li Ka Shing Center for Learning and Knowledge - Stanford, CA
New courses are added regularly— please check back often
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