USAID's Investments for Health in Zambia - Dollars to Results

Results of USAID's Health spending

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High levels of HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases, a large number of orphans and vulnerable children, unacceptable infant and maternal mortality, and fertility of 5.9 births per woman undermine the health and productivity of Zambian families. USAID's work is aligned closely with Zambia's National Health Strategic Plan and uses proven approaches to combat malaria and tuberculosis; improve maternal and child health; and promote family planning and reproductive health. We also focus on preventing new HIV infections and providing care and treatment for those already infected with the virus.

The United States and Zambian governments, together with cooperating partners, private-sector companies, and non-governmental or

The United States and Zambian governments, together with cooperating partners, private-sector companies, and non-governmental organizations, observed Menstrual Hygiene Day with the theme of “Let’s start the conversation.” The event, which took place at Kabulonga Girls Secondary School in Lusaka, focused on menstrual hygiene management and was intended to raise awareness about the challenges affecting the health and educational achievement of young women and girls in school. 

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