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Defend Truth

René Sparks

René Sparks is a health activist and an Aspen New Voices Fellow.

Email: [email protected]

HIV testing is changing in South Africa – here’s why it’s a good thing

South Africa, Maverick Citizen

HIV testing is changing in South Africa – here’s why it’s a good thing

by: René Sparks

Why I became a nurse in an underpaid, hostile environment that needs to be fixed

South Africa, Maverick Citizen

Why I became a nurse in an underpaid, hostile environment that needs to be fixed

by: René Sparks

World Aids Day — It is vital to be vigilant on quality as we rush to test people for HIV

Maverick Citizen, Maverick News

World Aids Day — It is vital to be vigilant on quality as we rush to test people for HIV

by: René Sparks

Reproductive health — it’s time for a lasting solution to period poverty

South Africa, Maverick Citizen

Reproductive health — it’s time for a lasting solution to period poverty

by: René Sparks

While the third wave hits South Africa, health facility quality ratings give a false sense of security

South Africa, Maverick Citizen

While the third wave hits South Africa, health facility quality ratings give a false sense of security

by: René Sparks

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