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Teams tackle issues of mental health in post-revolution Egypt in 2013 Global Health Case Competition

The Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health Student Advisory Council hosted its third annual Global Health Case Competition from February 13-16, 2013. Thirteen multidisciplinary teams composed of undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from eight schools across the university competed in the event, tackling a complex, real-world challenge of global significance. 

Registration Open for Child Health Advocacy Summit

Registration is open for Save the Children's annual Advocacy Summit April 10 - 11 in Washington, D.C. Save the Children is the world's leading independent organization committed to providing food, education and medical care to children facing day-to-day struggles such as poverty, illiteracy, hunger and disease. Save the Children's Advocacy Summit organizes, educates, motivates and activates individuals to make global change that will positively impact children in need.

Maternal and Child Health: A Local and Global Panel Discussion

Join local and global experts in a discussion about the challenges and successes in maternal and child health. February 18 | 3 - 5 p.m. Vanderbilt University Light Hall 208 | MAP Reception to follow in Light Hall North Lobby Registration is required for this no-cost event. Opening Remarks and Moderator: Margaret "Meg" Rush, M.D., Executive Medical Director, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt