The George Institute's Initiative in India Lauded

Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India

Mr. John McCarthy, Australian High Commissioner to India, Mr Aminur Rahman, Consul General and Trade Commissioner (South India) and Mr Ramakrishna Dastarla, Business Development Manager, Austrade, were part of a delegation who visited the recently inaugurated George Institute for International Health - India today. The delegation acknowledged the new Institute's aim to improve population health and health systems in India.

In India, The George Institute has partnered with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the University of Sydney and is developing collaboration across health/medical research, teaching and applications to identify solutions to major health problems through research, translation of research findings into policy & practice and capacity building. In 2008, the Institute will conduct studies into the health system, HIV/AIDS, road safety, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, tuberculosis, population health metrics and impact evaluation of health interventions.

In a congratulatory message, Mr. McCarthy said, "We congratulate The George Institute for its commendable work the world over. It has recently expanded its presence in India and will offer its rich expertise in health research and population health to boost important health programmes in the country." He added, "It has played a major part in the recent rapid growth in scientific and technological cooperation between India and Australia".

In a video message from Sydney, Prof. Lalit Dandona, Senior Director, The George Institute, India, shared details of various ongoing projects and added, "It's a very proud moment for all of us at The George Institute to have Mr. John McCarthy and his delegation visit our premises. We at The George Institute and our project partners look forward to their continuous support, encouragement and guidance to help us achieve our goal of improving population health in India."

In India, The George Institute aims to contribute significantly towards improving the health landscape. The George Institute will address key issues directly relevant to improving the health of India's population and will undertake health research projects and apply findings to help enhance the relevant health programmes in the country.

About The George Institute

The George Institute for International Health is a not-for-profit institution that works towards improvement and development of global health through undertaking high quality research, and applying this research to health policy and practice. Through key affiliations around the globe, and collaborations with a network of highly capable organisations that provide regional, national and local expertise and resources, the Institute extends its ability to carry out important health projects. With its global partners, multi-disciplinary faculty and worldwide programs, The George Institute is uniquely placed to deliver results in a diverse range of economic, ethnic and cultural situations. The George Institute is affiliated with The University of Sydney.

Source: The George Institute for International Health (Business Wire India)

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