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Fogarty’s contribution to noncommunicable disease research at NIH

In the U.S., chronic diseases are responsible for about seven out of every 10 deaths, and so the NIH focuses a substantial portion of its attention and budget on NCDs. Given that its purpose is to advance the mission of NIH, Fogarty also makes foundational investments in worldwide NCD research and the global NCD workforce.


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Sickle cell research in Africa yields global benefits

Researchers studying sickle cell disease (SCD) in Tanzania, Ghana, Uganda and Nigeria discuss their work and the potential benefits for patients worldwide.

Sickle cell disease in Africa​​​​​​​​​​​​

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NHLBI funds cardiovascular research in Haiti

Gene Kwan discusses his work in rural Rwanda, Haiti, Malawi, Liberia, and India

Cardiovascular research in Haiti ​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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NIDCR funds research in Africa

Azeez Butali discusses his work on the genetics behind cleft palate in populations of African descent.  ​

NIDCR funds research in Africa ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

More global health research stories from around NIH


Global health initiatives at NIH

Many NIH Institutes, Centers and Offices (ICOs) are engaged in global health research and research training activities.

Global health initiatives at NIH


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Updated April 30, 2025