Fogarty International Center

Fogarty programs benefit the U.S. and global populations
Americans feel the impact of scientific advances that take place across the globe. Fogarty leverages partnerships between U.S. researchers and their colleagues in other countries to address health challenges that affect all people worldwide.

NIH-funded international research advances science for all
When teams of U.S. and international scientists conduct research in low- and middle-income countries, it often leads to improved treatments for health challenges of importance to Americans, such as cancer, heart disease and child nutrition.

Telling Our Story
Several new Fogarty resources illustrate why global health research is a strategic investment in the health and well-being of the American public. These online materials offer updated evidence, data, and case studies that demonstrate how Fogarty’s work support U.S. health priorities.

Could a task-sharing tool for hypertension control in Guatemala benefit the U.S.?
An emerging mobile app might help provide access to hypertension diagnosis and management for patients in Guatemala. Even more, this Fogarty-funded project could translate to benefits for patients residing farther north.

Getting to the ‘heart’ of mentorship and global cardiovascular health: Dr. Mark Huffman analyzed data in India on the presentation, management and outcomes from 25,000 patients with acute coronary syndrome (heart attacks). One reward of his work is seeing long-term benefits for Americans come to fruition.

Dr. Gbenga Ogedegbe discusses his work implementing evidence-based interventions for cardiovascular risk reduction in the U.S. and strengthening research capacity and reducing cardiovascular disease burden in Africa. He shares how researchers can bring lessons learned in Africa back to the U.S.