Now you can view presentations from the Washington Biotechnology and Biomedical Association's, "Domesticating Global Health: Doctor Ready," panel that took place February 10th.

The distingushed  panel of experts included:

Worldwide efforts have reduced the number of polio cases by 99 percent in the last two decades. Until we reach eradication, however, we are continuing research to accelerate the eradication of polio and to inform long-term policy on poliovirus in the post-eradication era.

This is my second annual letter. The focus of this year’s letter is innovation and how it can make the difference between a bleak future and a bright one.

As of January 4th, 2010, PATH has relocated its headquarters office. As a secretariat organization operating out of the PATH offices, the Washington Global Health Alliance has also participated in this move. The PATH headquarters used to be located in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood but currently operates out of the South Lake Union district.

Washington Global Health Alliance Members have jumped into action in response to the devastating level 7.0 earthquake that hit Haiti on January 12. Several of our supporting members responded immediately by placing personnel and resources in Haiti to aid in relief.

Project Concern International (PCI) is a supporting member of the Washington Global Health Alliance. PCI's innovative approach to improving the health of HIV positive individuals in regions of Africa through nutrition and food security was featured in a recent "Case Studies for Global Health" publication.

Every June, the Pacific Health Summit brings together 250 top leaders from science, industry, policy, public health, and civil society to discuss potential solutions to some of the world’s toughest health challenges. Now in its fifth year, the Summit has built a legacy for bringing together a diverse audience to formulate the next steps in reaching health goals.

WGHA members have received millions of dollars from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). ARRA was signed into law on February 17, 2009 by President Barack Obama, with the purpose of creating new jobs, spurring economic activity, and fostering accountability and transparency in government spending. As a growing sector, global health was po