AFRICAN COUNTRIES

Apr 10 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some Ugandans Drink Too Much?

In many parts of Africa, there is a big gap in understanding why people drink too much alcohol. This is especially true in Uganda. The reasons behind this behavior are often linked to social factors. These factors are not just about the person drinking. They are about the world around them. This includes their friends, family, and community. It also includes their jo...

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Shortage of Anesthesiologists in East Africa: Can Training Programs Keep Up?

In four East African countries—Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi—there's a big problem when it comes to anesthesiologists. By 2015, these countries had way too few anesthesiologists. On average, there were only 0. 30 physician anesthesia providers (PAPs) for every 100, 000 people. That's a far cry from the 5. 0 per 100, 000 that the World Federation of Societies of ...

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Nov 28 2024HEALTH

The Role of Animal Drug Safety in East Africa

When it comes to treating and preventing animal diseases in East Africa, one thing is crucial: veterinary pharmaceuticals must be both safe and efficient. As the global market for these drugs grows, it’s essential to follow strict rules at every step, from production to storage and administration. This helps reduce the risk of unwanted side effects from animal drugs....

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Sep 15 2024HEALTH

Mpox Pandemic: A Wake-Up Call for Africa

The African continent is facing an unprecedented mpox outbreak, with a staggering 107 new deaths reported in the past week alone. This alarming rise in fatalities has led the Africa Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to brand the situation as "not acceptable." But what's behind this sudden surge in cases, and what does it mean for the affected com...

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