Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia: Addressing the growing burden of tobacco use on young people’s health and its impact on the prevalence of NCDs in Africa
The World Health Organization estimates that by 2030 Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) will be the leading cause of death globally. Tobacco use is a major risk factor in the development of NCDs, every year 8 million people die globally due to tobacco use and if not addressed this could prove a huge challenge for health sectors […]
Afya na Haki: Advancing Regional Vaccine Manufacturing and Access in Africa: The Path towards an Afrocentric Approach
The side event is convened by Afya na Haki (Ahaki) and Wemos, for the purpose of amplifying knowledge on regional vaccine production. Ahaki shall rely on its experience under its ARMA Programme www.afyanahaki.org, which aims at supporting policy advocacy on regional manufacturing of vaccines in Africa, while Wemos promotes sustainable manufacturing capacity in Africa as […]
Africa Health Business: Empowering Patients Through Digital Health Information for Public Health in Africa
Empowering Patients Through Digital Health Information for Public Health in Africa” underscores the pivotal role of digital solutions in bridging the gap between limited healthcare infrastructure and patient empowerment across the African continent. By providing easy access to health resources and information, it can empower individuals to take control of their health and make informed […]
Utano Public Health: Creating a fit for purpose public health workforce in Africa: strategies for public health professionals growth and development
A new public health order requires a fit for purpose public health workforce that has the appropriate skills and support needed to maintain it. The New Public Health Order for Africa also requires young people who are passionate about improving health outcomes in their countries to discover and grow in the field of public health. […]
Jhpiego: Event-based surveillance: a fundamental component to early warning and response systems
Strengthening early detection and control of risks that may pose threats to human health is foundational to developing resilience among communities. Many countries in Africa are plagued by natural and environmental disasters, food insecurity, and periodic humanitarian crises, all of which fuel infectious disease outbreaks, exacerbate socio-economic challenges and amplifies vulnerabilities among the population of […]
Doctors with Africa CUAMM: Operational research and civil society contributions to enhance Universal Health Coverage: the experience of Doctors with Africa CUAMM
Doctors with Africa CUAMM is an international NGO working to improve the health of vulnerable communities in Sub-Saharan Africa through health system strengthening. Since 2013, Operational Research plays a significant role in CUAMM’s activities, with more than 200 published articles in partnership with universities and international research institutes. The event aims to discuss effective strategies […]
Letters To Strangers: Empowering Mental Health: Building Resilience in Africa’s New Public Health Order
Mental health is usually sidelined when discussing public health and development, this is an injustice to the Sustainable Development Goals since the mandate is leaving no one behind. Let’s look into how mental health is crucial and how we can empower mental health in building resilience in Africa’s new public health order. Join: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/6266761201?pwd=emViVUNac3NXbDlZOTgrNzZha0thUT09Meeting ID: […]
Africa Health Business: Expanding manufacturing on the continent for effective public health response
Organized by Africa Health Business To strengthen health security in Africa, there must be an agenda to develop a sustainable, local manufacturing industry in the continent. This will increase access to health products, reduce reliance on other regions, and serve as a safety net when health crises strike. This session seeks to facilitate discussions on […]
Africa Health Business & Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies: Advancing Public Health in Africa: Redefining Blood Transfusion Therapy and Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Management through Innovative Red Cell Exchange Technologies
Organized by Africa Health Business & Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies The official side event will bring together prominent health leaders from the government, development partners, private sector, transfusion medicine and public health practitioners to explore how innovative red blood cell exchange technologies can redefine transfusion therapy and Sickle Cell Disease management in Africa. The event’s […]