Here is proof that world-class healthcare can be brought to a developing country.

Excerpt (source: TED)

"Dr. Ernest Madu runs the Heart Institute of the Caribbean in Kingston, Jamaica, where he proves that — with careful design, smart technical choices, and a true desire to serve — it’s possible to offer world-class healthcare in the developing world."

I have always been an advocate of preventative health care. This TED Talk sheds light on how preventative measures can truly reduce the chances of chronic conditions.

Excerpt (source: TED)

“Stop wringing your hands over AIDS, cancer and the avian flu. Cardiovascular disease kills more people than everything else combined — and it’s mostly preventable. Dr. Dean Ornish explains how changing our eating habits will save lives.”