Malnutrition Hits The Obese As Well As The Underfed
New research finds millions of people are getting enough calories but not enough essential nutrients. We asked leading researchers how to fix the problem.
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7 Of Our Most Popular Global Health And Development Stories In 2019
Secrets of Inuit parenting, a Mongolian heavy metal band and a controversial medical center in Uganda were among the topics that drew the most readers.
Ebola Flares Up Amid Attacks On Health Workers In Congo
The Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo is flaring up again. After several attacks on health workers, responders are still struggling to get back into areas where the disease is spreading.
Why Dengue Fever Cases Are Hitting Record Highs In Latin America
Some of the reasons for the surge are expected — heavy rainfalls create lots of pools where mosquitoes can breed. But there are some surprising factors, like the Zika virus.
Menstrual Huts Are Illegal In Nepal. So Why Are Women Still Dying In Them?
Nepali police recently made their first-ever arrest for the outlawed practice of banishing women to huts during their periods. But advocates say legal measures aren't enough to keep women safe.
Laid-Off Workers In Indonesia Just Won A Battle For $4 Million In Severance Pay
They're beneficiaries of incredibly generous severance laws. But those laws may soon change.
They're The Bravest, Humblest Civil Servants In Pakistan
The global program Integrity Icon aims to "name and fame" instead of "name and shame." This week, Pakistan honored government employees who did everything from track down killers to evict squatters.
Meteorologists Can't Keep Up With Climate Change In Mozambique
As world leaders gather for a climate summit in Madrid, some of the countries most vulnerable to climate change say they need improved forecasting tools.
A Kid In A Refugee Camp Thought Video Games Fell From Heaven. Now He Makes Them
Lual Mayen grew up in a camp in Uganda. Now he's the award-winning CEO of a game development company in Washington, D.C., that has just released 'Salaam' — a game about refugees and peace.
Miss Universe 2019 Is Young, Gifted And An Outspoken Believer In 'Black Girl Magic'
Zozibini Tunzi of South Africa speaks out on "natural" beauty, gender equality and climate change.