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From Vaccines To Bandwidth: How Unicef Uses Procurement To Slash School Internet Costs By 60 Percent
From Vaccines To Bandwidth: How Unicef Uses Procurement To Slash School Internet Costs By 60 Percent Inspired by vaccine market reforms, UNICEF and ITU’s Giga initiative is reshaping the procurement of internet connections for schools, using pooled procurement to cut costs while increasing speed and access. GENEVA, June 19 (UNICEF) – Giga, the global initiative to connect every school to the internet, is helping governments to cut connectivity costs by up to 60 percent—using strategies from the playbook of Gavi, the vaccine alliance. Launched in 2000, Gavi dramatically reduced the cost of childhood vaccines in low-income countries by aggregating demand, negotiating long-term agreements, and pushing for more transparency on prices. Its efforts…
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Emerging Technologies in Cardiac Surgery
Cardiac surgery is a field that has seen remarkable advancements over the past few decades, transforming the way heart diseases are treated. With ongoing innovations, patients now benefit from less invasive procedures, shorter recovery times, and improved outcomes. These emerging technologies in cardiac surgery are helping cardiac surgeons provide better care, increase surgical precision, and optimize patient experiences. In this article, we explore some of the most exciting and revolutionary technologies that are shaping the future of cardiac surgery. The Rise of Minimally Invasive Surgery One of the most significant advancements in cardiac surgery has been the shift toward minimally invasive procedures. Traditional open-heart surgery, which requires large incisions and…
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Gear Up For Sensory Day at WonderWorks Pigeon Forge: Big Fun in a Calmer Environment
WonderWorks Pigeon Forge Creates a Comfortable Learning Playground for Sensory-Sensitive Guests PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (August 18, 2025) – Families looking for sensory-friendly play opportunities will want to mark their calendars, as WonderWorks Pigeon Forge is gearing up to host a Sensory Day this month. The fun-filled, sensory-friendly event will be held on Sunday, August 31, 2025, from 2 pm to 6 pm, providing everyone with accessible family fun as they kick off the fall season. During this event, WonderWorks Adventure tickets are only $15 per person, plus tax, at the door. Everyone is invited to explore all the upside-down house has to offer in a modified way. “It’s our goal to…
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