CANADA: Gates Foundation Grants University of Montreal $12 Million for Public Health Programs in Africa

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CANADA: Gates Foundation Grants University of Montreal $12 Million for Public Health Programs in Africa

Associated Press (12.16.03) - Thursday, December 18, 2003

On Tuesday, the University of Montreal announced it has received a US$12 million grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for public health programs in Africa. The university cited HIV/AIDS, infant mortality, tuberculosis and malaria as pressing public health issues in sub-Saharan Africa. "In sub-Saharan Africa, population and health research and service programs are hindered by the scarcity of well- trained health professionals," the university said in a news release. The grant will finance a new masters program in public health, specializing in reproductive and child health issues at the University of Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso. A series of short-term seminars will also be offered to experts across Africa. In addition, doctoral fellowships for African students will be established at the University of Montreal.
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