Public health focuses on the systematic prevention of disease and prolonging of life by governments, NGO’s and other groups. Pulitzer Center stories tagged with “Public Health” feature reporting on communicable and non-communicable diseases, the development of medical systems and infrastructure to provide public access to health care services. Use the Pulitzer Center Lesson Builder to find and create lesson plans on public health.
Heroin addiction has fueled Russia's HIV/AIDS crisis, but it has also caused emotional pain and loss among millions of people. One young man shares his story.
The islands of the Philippines are rich in gold. But extracting the ore can be dangerous and often fatal.
Pollution of Lake Tai in Wuxi city puts off potential traders and investors.
As Kenya's urban slums expand at rapid rates, they face increasing challenges in food security, health services, water and sanitation.
Exxon Mobil's natural gas project in Papua New Guinea could be a blessing for the economy or a threat to the 60,000 people who can claim "customary ownership."
In Haiti, cholera isn't just a disease—it's a question of justice. Lawyers Brian Concannon and Mario Joseph pursue reparations for cholera victims through a court case filed against the UN.
Small-scale fishing has long been an important tradition in Southeast Asia. Yet, as urban development and pollution increase, the livelihoods of the fishermen may be in jeopardy.
Sprinkles: How an innovative program using micronutrients to combat childhood anemia overcame unexpected obstacles.
HIV-positive women in South Africa are coming forward, reporting they have either been forcibly or coercively sterilized because of their HIV status.
South African sex workers say it isn’t the clients they service they are most afraid of – it’s the police. Abuse is rampant and includes assault, exploitation, and bribery.
Rosean Andre, a rape victim who works for KOFAVIV, an organization established by—and for—rape survivors, struggles to stay afloat in post-quake Haiti.
With convenient and seemingly endless options, Dubai’s lifestyle has evolved to reflect its consumer-driven culture.
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