Tag: Africa health
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Preoperative Care for Uterine Fibroids Surgery: Reducing Complications
Understanding Uterine Fibroids and Surgical Interventions Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the uterus that affect a significant number of women worldwide. In regions like Africa and Nigeria, prevalence rates are notably high, making effective management crucial for reproductive health and quality of life. When fibroids cause heavy bleeding, pain, or fertility issues and do…
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Eight African States Renew Commitments to Diphtheria Response at Brazzaville Meeting
Commentary from Brazzaville signals renewed political will In Brazzaville, health ministers from eight African member states gathered for a high-level advocacy meeting aimed at reinvigorating the continent’s response to diphtheria. The gathering underscored a shared recognition that diphtheria, a vaccine-preventable disease, continues to threaten vulnerable populations across national borders. Delegates reaffirmed their political commitment to…
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Members states renew commitments on diphtheria response across Africa
Overview: Renewed political will to fight diphtheria In Brazzaville, health leaders from eight African Member States reaffirmed their political commitment to halt the resurgence of diphtheria, a vaccine-preventable disease that continues to threaten vulnerable populations. The high-level advocacy meeting brought together ministers of health, senior officials, and partner organizations to outline a coordinated plan that…
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Nairobi Summit Seeks to Cure Africa’s Growing AMR Diagnosis Gap
Nairobi Hosts Africa’s Largest Diagnostics Summit on AMR When communities across Africa face rising cases of infections that resist standard medicines, the need for accurate diagnostics becomes urgent. This week in Nairobi, a major international conference will gather policymakers, scientists, clinicians, and industry leaders to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through improved diagnostic tools and practices.…
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HPV Milestone, Measles Progress and Worsening Cholera Outbreak: Weekly African Health Update
HPV vaccination gains across Africa mark a significant milestone Across Africa, vaccination campaigns against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) are expanding, signaling a notable shift in the continent’s battle against HPV-related diseases. Health ministries report increased vaccine uptake among school-age girls and, in several countries, expanded eligibility to older cohorts as part of catch-up programs. Experts…
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HPV Milestone, Measles Progress and Worsening Cholera Outbreak: Weekly Health Update from Africa
Overview: A Promising Week in Africa’s Public Health In this week’s health briefing, Africa’s public health landscape shows a mix of encouraging gains and ongoing challenges. Vaccination campaigns against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) are expanding across several countries, marking a significant step toward reducing cervical cancer risk in the coming decades. At the same time,…
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HPV Milestone, Measles Progress, and Worsening Cholera: Weekly African Health Update
HPV Vaccination Milestones Across Africa In this week’s regional health briefing, African nations report meaningful progress in human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaigns. Public health authorities highlight increased enrollment in school-based immunization programs, expanded outreach in rural communities, and partnerships with international organizations to ensure vaccine availability and cold-chain integrity. The expanded HPV vaccination efforts are…
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Eliminating Cervical Cancer in Africa: Dr Issimouha Dillé explains why Africa can win the fight
Eliminating Cervical Cancer in Africa: A Bold Public Health Vision Cervical cancer remains a major public health challenge across Africa, yet it is one of the most preventable cancers. On Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action, observed on November 17, Dr Issimouha Dillé, an adviser on cancer policy and implementation, outlines a practical and hopeful…
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Why Africa Can Win the Fight Against Cervical Cancer: Insights from Dr Issimouha Dillé
Introduction: A hopeful path for cervical cancer elimination in Africa Cervical cancer remains a major public health challenge in Africa, even though it is largely preventable. On Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action, we spoke with Dr Issimouha Dillé, an adviser on cancer control, to explore why Africa is uniquely positioned to turn the tide…
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Act Now: How World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day Can Save Women’s Lives in Africa
Why World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day Matters In May 2025, South Africa and Nigeria helped set a global milestone by sponsoring a World Health Assembly resolution recognizing 17 November as World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day. This isn’t a ceremonial gesture; it’s a call to action for governments, health systems, communities, and individuals to intensify prevention,…