Alarm Bells Ring on Mental Health Crisis as Suicide Rates Surge
A troubling surge in suicide rates has sparked alarm among mental health professionals and policymakers, as the devastating trend continues to claim lives at an...
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Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi Announces Major Procurement of Beds and Bassinets to Enhance Healthcare Facilities Nationwide
In a significant move to improve patient care across South Africa, Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has announced plans to procure thousands of beds and bassinets...
Africa CDC Takes Bold Steps to Secure Critical Funding for Strengthening Africa’s Health Security Infrastructure
The African Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is intensifying efforts to secure vital funding aimed at bolstering the continent’s health security systems...
The Power of the Mpox Jab: Saving Lives in Kinshasa
In recent years, the global health community has been confronted with various outbreaks of infectious diseases, with many posing severe risks to public health and...
Uganda Launches Landmark Malaria Vaccine Rollout with Support from Malaria Consortium: A Major Step in the Fight Against Malaria
Uganda has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative to combat malaria by launching a national malaria vaccine rollout, marking a historic milestone in the country’s ongoing...
Who Can Prescribe Medicines in South Africa? Understanding the Role of Healthcare Professionals and Drug Schedules
In South Africa, the regulation of medicines is governed by the Medicines and Related Substances Act, which classifies medications into different schedules based on...
Kirinyaga County Embraces AI Technology to Enhance Tuberculosis Diagnosis and Improve Healthcare Outcomes
In a groundbreaking move towards improving healthcare services, Kirinyaga County has introduced artificial intelligence (AI) in a bid to revolutionize tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis and treatment....
Ministry of Health to Roll Out Antimalarial Drug Administration in Turkana County Starting June 2025
The Ministry of Health (MoH) is set to launch a comprehensive campaign in June 2025 to administer antimalarial drugs in Turkana County, one of Kenya’s...
African Women Surgeons Reshape Healthcare and Break Gender Barriers
Across Africa, a growing number of women surgeons are redefining healthcare and challenging deeply entrenched gender norms in the medical profession. Their contributions are not...
Sudan: Attack Triggers Deadly Cholera Outbreak in White Nile, Straining Already Fragile Health System
A violent attack in Sudan’s White Nile region has led to a deadly wave of cholera, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the country. The...
Urgent Collaboration Needed to Build a Strong and Sustainable Vaccine Industry in Africa
Africa’s vaccine landscape has long been dependent on imports from other continents, often facing supply disruptions, high costs, and uneven access. However, the global pandemic...
Kenya Health Ministry Responds to Mysterious Illness in Kisii County: Apologies and Details Shared
In a recent announcement, the Ministry of Health of Kenya addressed concerns regarding a mysterious illness that has been reported in Kisii County. The illness,...
Kate Henshaw Urges Women to Take Self-Defence Classes: Empowering Women to Protect Themselves and Build Confidence
Nigerian actress and fitness advocate Kate Henshaw has once again emerged as a strong voice for women’s empowerment. In a recent public statement, she passionately...
Congo and WHO Investigate Mysterious Illness Cluster as Death Toll Reaches 60, Raising Alarm in the Region
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are scrambling to investigate a mysterious illness that has claimed at least 60 lives in the...
WHO Raises Alarm Over Mysterious Illness in Congo: Urgent Investigation Underway
The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed deep concern over a growing number of unexplained illness cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), prompting...
Why South Africa Needs to Get a Grip on Diabetes — Fast
Diabetes has rapidly become one of South Africa’s most pressing health crises. Affecting millions of South Africans, this chronic condition is not only placing a...
How the Mind Shapes the Body and the Body Shapes the Mind
The mind-body connection is a well-documented phenomenon, but equally important is the body-mind connection—the understanding that changes in our physical state can directly impact our...
Coca-Cola Issues Voluntary Recall of Select Beverages Over Safety Concerns
Coca-Cola has announced a voluntary recall of several of its beverages, citing safety concerns after discovering potential contamination in certain products. The global beverage giant...
AstraZeneca Commits $820 Million to Canada in Major Investment Boost for Research and Development
In a move that underscores Canada’s growing importance as a hub for innovation, global biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca has announced a new investment of $820 million...
Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi: Champion of Equity, Innovation, and Policy in Canadian Medicine
Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi, a distinguished Canadian dermatologist and academic, has made significant contributions to medicine through his clinical practice, policy advocacy, and commitment to social...