Vaccine shortage impedes Africa’s pox response- Dr. Mihigo
Global efforts to combat the mpox outbreak are being hindered by a shortage of vaccines, with only 200,000 doses available…
How is Monkeypox situation in Rwanda after four cases?
In a recent development, the Ministry of Health in Rwanda has confirmed four cases of Monkeypox, a viral disease that…
African Voices: ‘Bridging Conversations for Equitable Sexual and Reproductive Health in our Societies’
By Professor Myriam Sidibe In Africa, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) challenges exist within a complex cultural ecosystem…
Mpox outbreak in Africa declared a global health emergency
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the mpox outbreaks in DR Congo and elsewhere in Africa a global emergency,…
World Lung Cancer Cancer Day: AstraZeneca Highlights Contributions to Improving Outcomes in Africa and the Critical Role of Early Detection.
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, a situation worsened by late diagnoses and limited access to…
From 18 km to 1 km of travel for accessing health care services in Ngoma district
By Annonciata Byukusenge Ngoma is a district (Akarere) in Eastern Province, Rwanda. Its capital is Kibungo. Ngoma district is divided…
Our Current Understanding of the Human Health and Environmental Risks of PFAS
Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a Group of Manufactured Chemicals PFAS are a group of manufactured chemicals that have…
The shifting burden of neglected tropical diseases in the age of climate change
Now is the time to invest in trans-national control strategies to stop the spread of neglected tropical diseases and limit…
Mothers express good emotions about the services provided by the nurses at Kigina Health Center
By Annonciata Byukusenge Women who receive excellent care from a nurse during childbirth often feel a profound mix of gratitude,…
To consult health facilities will help women prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
By Annonciata Byukusenge In different area villages, the majority of people treated for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are women. Some…