The struggle against obesity is becoming a major issue in sub-Saharan Africa. With obesity rates climbing, it is crucial to find effective ways to tackle this problem. Researchers have looked into various methods to prevent and manage obesity in the region. They dug into databases like Scopus, PsycINFO, Cochrane Library, Web of Science and Medline to find relevant...

In Sub-Saharan Africa, finding the right people to lead health initiatives is tough. This is especially true when looking for women leaders in reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health, and nutrition (RMNCAH-N) and immunization. The usual methods for finding stakeholders don't work well for this group. They are not designed to handle the complexit...

Vaccines have been a game-changer in fighting diseases worldwide for the last five decades. However, getting new vaccines into the hands of people in sub-Saharan Africa is no easy task. A recent study looked into the hurdles faced when introducing new vaccines in this region. It focused on vaccines that are part of regular immunization programs and those used mainly ...

Health in Africa is not equal. Some places are doing great, while others are struggling. This is why it's crucial to keep an eye on how kids are doing in different areas. Health facilities are a good way to do this. They can help track progress and spot problems early. But there's a catch. To know if things are getting better, you need to know how many kids are in th...

Vaccines are a big deal in keeping kids healthy. They stop nasty diseases from spreading. In sub-Saharan Africa, more kids are getting vaccinated than ever before. But there is a problem. Not all kids are getting the shots they need. Some groups are left behind. This is what researchers wanted to find out. They looked at why some kids and teens in sub-Saharan Africa ...