Public Health Messages Can Fight Disease — If The Message Is Right
While some diseases such as Guinea worm and polio are nearly eradicated, many other threats persist. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Dr. Khadidiatou Ndiaye about strategies for global health messaging.
A new study by the Kaiser Family Foundation says the current fiscal crises in many states is jeopardizing programs that help the poor pay for AIDS medication. Over the past year, 16 states have had to restrict access to their AIDS Drug Assistance Program, leaving thousands wondering how they will pay for treatment. Hear NPR's Brenda Wilson.