Davis Health News (California, United States)

Camp Kesem is a student-run summer camp for kids who currently have or have had a parent diagnosed with cancer. Our free overnight camp is a chance for kids to have a fun-filled week and rediscover the magic of childhood.

With enthusiasm for microfinance, education and health protection for the very poor, and 26 years of extensive experience in international development, Hollingworth says he is thrilled to lead the Davis, California-based organization.

The trend of working in a foreign land has gained momentum in the past few years. Large numbers of expats move to different countries round the year whatever the reason be.

Microfinance and health leaders will meet in India to explore opportunities for collaboration between the health and microfinance sectors for millions of the Indian poor.

The award recognizes a program that effectively demonstrates the link between health, poverty and development and highlights the efforts of individuals dedicated to improving the health of disadvantaged and disenfranchised populations.

Medical health insurance is vital for a number of reasons. One- people receive protection against uncertain and hefty medical expenses and two- they are assured for quality healthcare services.

Oxford Journals' Health Policy and Planning has published a paper on the benefits of integrating microfinance and health protection services for very poor families and says the program should be expanded.

The positive impact of value-added microfinance is undeniable—and finally the real potential of microfinance is beginning to be embraced around the world.

Freedom from Hunger is pleased to have won InterAction’s Best Practices and Innovations award for "Health and Microfinance: Leveraging the Strengths of Two Sectors to Improve Food Security."

Freedom from Hunger brings together the economic development and health sectors to develop practical and coordinated tools that have more power to create lasting change.

Using baby sign language can help parents achieve potty training success

Handy Cooler™ - The Only Hand Held Swamp Cooler released a video explaining how it works

The New Handy Cooler ™ Hand Held Swamp Cooler is now available online for sale