HEALTH WORKERS

Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Health Records: The Human Factor in Digital Puzzles

Imagine health records as a complex puzzle. While technology offers us the ability to create intricate, global health data, it's not just about the tech. The feelings and training of health workers play a huge role. When they feel valued and are well-equipped, they're more likely to follow protocols. This could revolutionize our understanding of diseases and deaths, ...

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Oct 21 2024HEALTH

Polio Rises in Pakistan as Vaccination Campaign Approaches

Pakistan is facing a worrying increase in polio cases. So far this year, 39 new cases have been confirmed, compared to only six in all of last year. The rise comes just ahead of a major vaccination campaign aimed at immunizing at least 32 million children. The campaign, set to start on October 28, aims to make Pakistan polio-free. The spike in cases is concerning ex...

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

Mpox Outbreak: WHO & Africa CDC Mobilize, But Vaccines Fall Short

The World Health Organization and the Africa Centers for Disease Control have launched a continent-wide plan to tackle the escalating mpox outbreak. However, with only 200,000 vaccines donated so far out of an estimated need of 3 million, serious questions remain about whether this response is sufficient. The $600 million plan focuses on surveillance, testing, and...

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