According to Rwangabwoda, malaria rates in Haiti are now under 1%, down from 5% seven years ago, thanks in large part to wide distribution of mosquito nets treated with insecticides by his group.

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Its share in the U.S. life and health insurance market has steadily increased over the past few years from 6% in 2006 to an estimated 6.4% in 2010 due to its wide distribution network consisting of partnerships with various banks, brokerage firms, and financial planners.

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