World Health Day, need to check prevailing ailments.
Photo by Freepik By Blessing Ituma, Nigeria. As global community observes the ‘World Health Day’, stakeholders have called for measures to be put in place to reduce the prevailing ailments…
NIGERIAN AGENCY WANTS POLICY MAKERS TO PRIOROTISE MATERNAL-CHILD HEALTH
By Blessing Ituma, Nigeria Photo by Blessing Ituma. Policy makers, healthcare providers and individuals are urged to specifically prioritise maternal and child health in Nigeria. Acting Executive Secretary of Rivers…
Understanding Why Egypt Was Hard Hit by COVID-19 in Africa
Initial COVID-19 Response in Egypt By Ehab Zidan, Cairo. The initial response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Egypt commenced with the reporting of the first confirmed case on February 14,…
The Revolutionary Role of Drones in Dispersing Medicine in Ghana
Introduction to Drone Technology in Healthcare By Nana R Yaw, Accra. Drone technology has emerged as a transformative force in various sectors, with healthcare being one of the most significant…
Fast Tracking Public Health in Zambia’s Copper Mine Villages
Introduction to Zambia’s Copper Mining and Health Challenges By Ann Zulu, Lusaka Zambia. Zambia’s copper mining industry serves as a cornerstone of the national economy, contributing significantly to GDP and…
The Ongoing Threat of Malaria to Women Around Lake Victoria in Tanzania
Understanding Malaria: An Overview By Rose Mweko. Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by protozoan parasites of the genus Plasmodium, transmitted to humans through the bites of infected female Anopheles…
Why Getting a Yellow Fever Shot is Essential for Entering Tanzania from Kenya
Understanding Yellow Fever: What You Need to Know By Haika Kimaro Yellow fever is a viral disease transmitted primarily by infected mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti and Haemagogus species, which thrive…
The Rising Concern of Obesity in Nairobi: A Growing Health Challenge
Understanding Obesity: Definition and Impact By Scolar Masai. Obesity is defined as an excessive accumulation of body fat that presents significant health risks. Medical professionals categorize obesity primarily through the…