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International News Leading Canadian AIDS Researcher Given France's Highest HonorAugust 22, 2008 Dr. Mark Wainberg has been awarded France's highest honor for his work in HIV/AIDS. Wainberg was named a Chevalier, or knight, of the Legion d'honneur. In 1984, Wainberg founded McGill University's AIDS Center and also co-chaired the International AIDS Conference that year. He serves as an advisory committee chair for France's national AIDS program. In addition to his AIDS research, Wainberg was cited for improving ties between Canada and France. Canadian Press 08.21.2008 This article was provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a part of the publication CDC HIV/Hepatitis/STD/TB Prevention News Update. Visit the CDC's website to find out more about their activities, publications and services.
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