A new global commitment to disease control in Africa.

Sachs, J D · Nat Med · 2001

editorial · Level V

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Abstract

Despite the availability of effective therapies in developed nations, infectious diseases continue to take a grave toll on the population and economy of sub-Saharan Africa. Aside from a few successes, the global donor community has not adequately helped African governments meet these health challenges. However, if annual donor contributions increased approximately 10-20-fold, millions of lives could be saved, helping Africa escape the cycle of disease and impoverishment.

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