News related to the Health Sector

TNO consortium looks into satellite communication for developing countries — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-26 10:36

TNO, ActNow, Avanti Communications and IICD have joined forces to conduct research into the use of satellite communications in developing countries. The consortium will develop a reference model for capacity development with regard to using satellite communication. Satellite communication is one of the best options for landlocked countries on the African continent to get broadband connection as laying cables is often too expensive.

Mali’s Minister of Health visits hospital in Mopti — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-24 11:48

In April, Mr Oumar Ibrahima Touré, Mali’s Minister of Health, visited the regional hospital in Mopti to see, among other things, how teleradiology is used in practice. This was an excellent opportunity to promote the benefits of the teleradiology project supported by IICD and to get the government on board.

Annual report 2007 now online! — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-30 13:47

We are pleased to present IICD’s first online annual report. With only a few clicks you will be able to read all about our work, results and impact in 2007.

PSO and IICD: building capacities in innovative projects — by Web editor — last modified 2008-06-23 11:20

IICD has a longstanding relationship with PSO, which evolved from funding of projects to a true partnership based on added values of both organisations.

Satellite Communication and Capacity Building — by Web editor — last modified 2008-05-16 09:32

IICD has won a tender from European Space Agency (ESA), together with other consortium members TNO from The Netherlands, the Italian group of NGOs ActNow Alliance and UK’s Avanti Communciations Ltd.