“Jerry was an inspiration then and remained so…”

The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation expresses their heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Professor Jerry Coovadia who passed away today. Professor Coovadia, a giant in the world of paediatrics and a true champion of public health, leaves behind a legacy of compassion, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of…

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Disengage too soon and we lose all the gains we have made to date

42 years into the AIDS epidemic and we have made impressive strides in the development and dissemination of HIV treatment and preventative measures, supported largely through initiatives like the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, or PEPFAR. This we celebrate and are deeply grateful for. The impact of providing access to HIV treatment and preventative pre-exposure…

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