Government of Saskatchewan recognizes World Malaria Day
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Letter from Lugazi Diocese
We’ve got mail! Catholic Dioceses sends their thanks to the Catholic community of Canada and requests more help. Check out our recent appreciation and request from Lugazi Diocese.
Two Buy-a-Net board members receive medal
TWO Buy-a-Net board members receive the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.Read more of the story
Debra and the Bieb
What does Debra Lefebvre and Justin Bieber have in common? They are both recipients of Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal. Check out the entire story in the Kingston Whig
Malaria threatens Greece
Greek health authorities are urging rapid action by government authorities to halt the incidence of malaria. Read the full report on the Euro News website.
Ugandan partner expresses appreciation
Buy-a-Net recently received a vote of appreciation from our partner, Church of Uganda Bwindi Community Hospital. Below is a transcription of the official letter. VOTE OF APPRECIATION The Board of Govenors Bwindi Community Hospital sitting on the 26th of May 2012 under Min. 07/2012 received a report from the Hospital to the effect that You have collaborated with Bwindi Community Hospital in an intensive malaria
More drug resistance: Malaria fight increasingly difficult
On the heels of malaria treatment drug resistance in Cambodia just last year, more resistance was found to Artemisinin Combination Drug Therapy, the promising drug of choice in the treatment of malaria, in Vietnam and Myanmar. Read the full report on the Vaccine News Daily website.
Back to school colours
Buy-a-Net at Queen’s University, showcasing Queen’s colours in Ugandan handmade beaded jewelry.
Volunteer Hopes to Lead Other Youth
Youth volunteer, Sara Lefebvre hopes to inspire other youth to get involved in the fight against malaria, and Buy-a-Net founder, Debra Lefebvre, couldn’t be happier. “I am very proud of our daughter. She has embraced the value of volunteerism and recognizes the importance of giving back. It comes from deep within her heart, and that is a very good thing. She’s a lovely role
Young Nurses Take Action in Uganda silent auction
The Young Nurses Take Action in Uganda group is holding a silent auction (Long Weekend Kick-Off to Fite the Bite) on Aug 2, 2012 to raise funds for their trip to Uganda in September. The event will take place at Hudson’s Tap House South Common 2104 99 St, Edmonton, Alberta T6N 1L2 For more information and tickets contact Dianne Cortez. dianne.cortez@gmail.com