In a democracy, the power of the citizen is asserted through their vote. To address the global health challenges before us it is vital that all American citizens exercise this right and encourage others to do so too. CUGH is committed to protecting voters’ rights and increasing voter turnout. To do this we are releasing…
Read MoreBlocking Funding to the CDC & NIH: A Clear Threat to American Lives
PRESS RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE If the White House blocks funding to the NIH and CDC for testing and tracking the SARS-CoV-2 virus it will be threatening the health of all Americans. These two agencies are cornerstones in the battle to curb the pandemic and are working tirelessly to save lives. In contrast, the…
Read MoreUS Medical Community: Speak Out & Defend Science and Dr. Fauci
PRESS RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE If reports are true and the White House is discrediting Dr. Anthony Fauci, the Director of the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases, then the executive branch of the US government is engaging in another, shameful attack against a public servant doing their duty.
Read MoreThe US’ Withdrawal from the WHO Will Increase Death Rates and Threatens Global Security
PRESS RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE President Trump’s decision to withdraw the US and its financial support from the World Health Organization is grossly irresponsible at any time but particularly so during a pandemic. Dr. Michele Barry, Chair of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) said, “We need nations to work together to…
Read MoreCongress, Implement Known Solutions to Reduce Long-Standing Racial Disparities in the United States
PRESS RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The protests roiling the United States, an expression of the visceral feelings of profound injustice felt by millions of Americans of color, is an opportunity for change. Deep structural disparities have widened over time, keeping millions of Americans from achieving their potential. Significant, unequal access to quality education, healthcare…
Read MoreThe COVID-19 Outbreak: Slashing Global Health Funding & Muzzling Scientists Threatens US Security
PRESS RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC– The COVID-19 outbreak, one of many deadly disease outbreaks that have occurred and will occur again, clearly shows the importance of funding institutions like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institutes of Health, Health and Human Services, United States Agency for International Development, and the…
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