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Breakthrough Study Finds African Children with Severe Malaria Showing Partial Resistance to Leading Malaria Drug
By Staff Reporter A new study from Uganda provides the first evidence to date that resistance to a lifesaving malaria drug may be emerging in the group of patients that accounts for most of the world’s malaria deaths: young African children suffering from serious infections. The study, presented today at the Annual Meeting of the
Read MoreSADC’s AIDS-Free Goal Could Be Attained In 2060 Amid Regional Gaps in Progress
By Kudakwashe Pembere Ending AIDS by 2030 in the SADC region seems unlikely and may be delayed until 2060, given that some countries like South Africa and Madagascar are significantly behind This was highlighted by Ms. Anne Githuku-Shongwe, Director of the UNAIDS Regional Support Team for Eastern and Southern Africa, during a SADC Ministers of
Read MoreZimbabwe Among 17 African Nations to Receive WHO and Africa CDC Support for Targeted Mpox Vaccine Rollout
By Michael Gwarisa Zimbabwe has been selected as one of 17 African countries to receive targeted support for mpox vaccine development, a major initiative spearheaded by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). The initiative aims to bolster vaccine preparedness and deployment efforts across the continent,
Read MoreOne Health and Climate: Dr. Onyango Speaks On Transforming Africa’s Health Resilience
By Michael Gwarisa In 2024, African health ministers adopted a 10-year framework to build climate-resilient and sustainable health systems across the continent. This framework aims to guide World Health Organization (WHO) African region member states in translating global climate and health initiatives into concrete, actionable steps at the country level. For over a decade, the
Read MoreInaugural Climate and Health Conference Rallies Africa To Take Action Against Climate-Induced Health Threats
By Michael Gwarisa Although Africa contributes less than 4% of global carbon dioxide emissions, it faces some of the harshest impacts of climate change on health and the environment, leaders at the inaugural Climate and Health Africa Conference (CHAC2024) have stated. Public health data shows that Africa is experiencing numerous climate-linked health hazards more than
Read MoreSierra Leone Nurses Empowered With Nurse Anaesthesia Diploma Programme
By Staff Reporter In a groundbreaking partnership to address the critical shortage of anesthesia providers in the country Mercy Ships (www.MercyShips.org), Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Health, and the University of Sierra Leone have launched a Nurse Anesthesia Diploma Programme. This initiative aims to improve surgical care capacity by training specialized nurse anesthetists, ensuring lasting healthcare
Read MoreUrgent action needed to accelerate mental health progress in African region
The African region has made progress over the past decade to strengthen mental health systems, including investments to improve care, health workforce as well as national policies to steer the delivery of vital services. However, the pace of the progress is slow and further efforts are needed to address mental health challenges and ensure well-being.
Read MoreZambia records first mpox case: Health minister
Zambia’s Health Minister Elijah Muchima announced Thursday the first-recorded mpox case in the country. The 32-year-old Tanzanian male patient traveled from a neighboring country last month and presented symptoms earlier this month. He is currently admitted to a health facility in the Central Province. Given the patient’s extensive travel history and interaction at multiple points
Read MoreMercy Ships and West African College of Surgeons Collaborate to Elevate Surgical and Anesthesia Training in Africa
By Own Correspondent In a landmark collaboration, the West African College of Surgeons (WACS) has granted an accreditation to Mercy Ships’ (www.MercyShips.org) surgical and anesthesia training programmes. This partnership reflects the shared commitment of both organizations towards advancing medical education in the region, offering medical trainees unparalleled opportunities to gain specialized qualifications through their experience
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WHO adds an HPV vaccine for single-dose use
By Staff Reporter WHO announced that a fourth WHO-prequalified human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine product, Cecolin® has been confirmed for use in a single-dose schedule. The decision is made based on new data on the product that fulfilled the criteria set out in the WHO’s 2022 recommendations for alternative, off-label use of HPV vaccines in single-dose schedules. This
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