Infectious diseases are responsible for at least 50% of deaths in children under 5 years of age in resource-limited countries.
Learn more about the Mérieux FoundationSince 1967, the Mérieux Foundation has been fighting infectious diseases close to underserved populations in countries with limited resources.
The Foundation aims to improve the diagnostic and surveillance capacities of local actors, to advance countries' public health systems and to promote a comprehensive health approach, within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Our missionOur actions are guided by four key objectives, essential for improving population health
Pneumonia, COVID-19... Acute respiratory infections are among the deadliest infectious diseases worldwide. Yet they are preventable and treatable.
Already responsible for 700,000 deaths each year, antimicrobial resistance has been accelerating since the 2000s. According to the WHO, it is one of the ten greatest threats to public health.
Some pathogens suddenly affect populations, whether or not they have already been identified by the scientific community. Research is essential to combat these (re)emerging pathogens.
Tuberculosis is the second most deadly infectious disease in the world. Yet, it could be contained if access to diagnosis and treatment adherence were widespread.
Our actions are part of 4 key objectives, essential for improving the health of populations.
From renovating medical biology laboratories to networking them for an efficient healthcare system, we work at every level to advance global health.
To advance public health, the Mérieux Foundation promotes research and innovation in the field to address the needs and constraints of low- and middle-income countries.
Improving public health on a global scale begins with skills development. The Mérieux Foundation has always placed knowledge sharing at the heart of its mission.
The fight against infectious diseases goes beyond biological expertise. The Mérieux Foundation adopts an integrated approach of health, addressing social and environmental factors.
The Mérieux Foundation deploys its action in areas where needs are most urgent and where health systems are most fragile.
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The Mérieux Foundation has joined numerous international cooperation networks. We form partnerships with various types of institutions that contribute to the achievement of our mission, both locally and internationally.
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