EAST AFRICA

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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Nov 20 2024HEALTH

Weather Warnings: What Kenyan Pregnant Women and Caregivers Think and Do

Imagine living in a rural area in Kenya, like Kilifi, where the weather can be harsh, especially for pregnant women and new mothers. Extreme weather isn't just uncomfortable; it poses real risks for infant health. Heat and storms can lead to stillbirths, premature births, and difficulties in accessing healthcare. That's why reliable and easy-to-understand weather war...

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