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More information: links | | | | Hey... I have noticed that some of you are taking advantage of our network by contacting other listserv members for information and advice... it's nice to know.
If you would like to contact any other member on our listserv, just click reply to this email and I will pass it along... but, don't forget to include his/her name. Also, if you need an up-to-date list of our members you can
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Keesha Jackson needs some current health statistics for Abuja - can you help? More details in section two.
Lots of opportunities here if you are interested in media jobs and fellowships - section four; and, if you are looking for some good articles relating to health journalism, there are plenty to choose from - have a look through section five.
for now, ...send me a line, when you've got time.
Colin Lloyd
Health and Media listserv moderator/editor
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1. NEW MEMBERS
 Robert Mukondiwa, Features Journalist, Sunday Mail, Harare, Zimbabwe
Robert studied Journalism and Professional writing and completed a production internship in The UK before joining The Sunday Mail in Harare in 2003.
 Yewande Iwuoha, Senior Reporter, Raypower FM (DAAR Communications), Lagos, Nigeria
Yewande has worked for the Republic Newspaper, The Punch Newspaper, This Day Newspaper, and in 1996 she joined DAAR Communications as a senior reporter.
Amanda Steane, Bedworth, UK
I am a speaker for the Hydration of patients. For the next twelve months, I am doing a "road show" with the RCN , for student nurses all around the UK. I am also the author of "Who Cares" a distressing story about care within the NHS.
Nankwanga Eunice Kasirye, Journalist, Kampala, Uganda
"I have been a radio journalist for six years, and endeavour to give a voice to the poor, the affected, and the infected. I am out-going, inquisitive, and self-motivated."
2. EMAILS
Keesha Jackson, USA
Could someone send me some facts about the health conditions of Nigeria, particularily in Abuja? I'm working on a project for a non-profit organisation that needs this information. Thanks.
email: keeshajcksn@yahoo.com
3. HEALTH NEWS
Launch of Global Malaria Tracking Network
Malaria Researchers have developed a global network to track drug-resistant forms of the mosquito-borne disease.
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Under-5 Mortality Drops to Record Low
The number of deaths worldwide among children under 5 dropped to a record low of 9.7 million in 2006, reflecting progress in areas such as malaria prevention, childhood immunizations and breast-feeding rates.
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Ebola Haemorrhagic Fever in the DRC
The Ministry of Health of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has confirmed an outbreak of Ebola haemorrhagic fever, in the province of Kasai Occidental.
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Bird Flu Continues to Spread in Germany
Bird flu continues to spread in Germany after authorities identified new cases in two more duck farms.
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HIV/AIDS Cases on Rise in China
China reported 18,543 new cases of HIV carriers and 4,314 cases of AIDS in the first half of this year.
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4. OPPORTUNITIES
Resident Journalism Advisor Needed
Internews Network is currently seeking a Resident Journalism Advisor to be based in Chad. The Resident Advisor would set-up a training centre and provide training to local journalists and managers from community radio stations from various locations in the country.The closing date for applications is Thursday September 27, 2007.
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Communications Specialist - Washington, DC
Institute for Reproductive Health (IRH), Georgetown University School of Medicine.
The incumbent will support the Institute's efforts to strengthen the productivity and technical quality of written communications. S/he must have a Bachelor's degree in communications, English or journalism and five years of experience in communications.
http://www.comminit.com/vacancy3213.html
Contact irhresumes@gmail.com
Technical Writer/Editor, Malaria Vaccine Initiative
Bethesda, MD, United States
The incumbent will serve as lead technical writer of informational materials on vaccine projects, evaluation technologies, and other malaria-vaccine related topics. S/he must be able to translate scientific and technical material for policy audiences.
http://www.comminit.com/vacancy3242.html
HIV/AIDS - Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting/Learning Manager, Namibia
The incumbent should have extensive experience in community-based HIV/AIDS programming in Namibia with a special focus on HIV/AIDS monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. S/he must have a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience.
http://www.comminit.com/vacancy3218.html
Contact: esmebasson@pactnamibia.org
Distance training program teaches Web site production
The Commonwealth Broadcasting Association (CBA) is hosting a 12-week, online course on the basics of producing Web sites.
Application deadline: October 1.
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Scholarships to send three women to management program
Women in Southern Africa who aspire to be successful media managers can apply for a scholarship to the one-year postgraduate program at Rhodes University in South Africa.
Deadline: October 26.
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Fellowship on HIV/AIDS reporting
Panos South Asia is offering two fellowships to research and produce television features about AIDS and HIV in India. The last day to apply for the fellowship is September 30.
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Mini-fellowships on Global Health issues
Starting September 2007, the Kaiser Media Fellowships Program is launching a new program for reporting on global health issues. The program will award up to ten mini-fellowships to print, radio, television, and online journalists (including freelancers) to research and report on global health issues, with a particular focus on issues related to HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria.
http://www.kff.org/mediafellows/minifellows.cfm
5. RESOURCES
Database of press releases relating to Africa
http://appablog.wordpress.com
Articles on Health/Medical Journalism
1. Criteria for excellence in health journalism
2. Commercialism in TV health news
3. Statement of principles for health care journalists
4. Beyond cures, breakthroughs and news releases
5. Ten Troublesome Trends in TV Health News
6. Time to put miracle on ice
7. 7 Words You Shouldn't Use in Medical News
8. Meteorology & Medical Reporting
9. Doctoring the News
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