The debate between indigenous medicine and Western medicine continues to shape healthcare discourse worldwide. While Western medicine has evolved through scientific research, technological advancements, and pharmaceutical developments, indigenous medicine remains.
In the past decade, medicine has undergone a seismic shift from a one-size-fits-all approach to an era where treatment is tailored to individual genetic profiles. Precision medicine, driven by advances.
Every year, thousands of doctors leave the continent in search of better opportunities abroad. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), sub-Saharan Africa bears 13% of the global disease burden.
Across the world, an invisible storm rages, yet it often goes unnoticed. Mental health disorders—including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and post-traumatic stress disorder—are silently devastating populations. Unlike the towering.
Africa is emerging as a powerhouse in global scientific research, challenging stereotypes and making groundbreaking contributions across diverse fields, including medicine, agriculture, and technology. While the continent has long been.
In 2024, Africa emerged as a dynamic force in global health, with innovations in healthcare and collaborative initiatives. Against the backdrop of persistent challenges, the continent demonstrated resilience and ingenuity,.
Africa, with its diverse cultures, economies, and environments, faces significant public health challenges. From infectious diseases like malaria, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis to the growing prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such.
Across Africa, the healthcare sector has long grappled with immense challenges, including limited infrastructure, a severe shortage of skilled professionals, and vast distances separating patients from care. However, a quiet.
The Kingdom of Eswatini has set a historic precedent in the global fight against HIV/AIDS by achieving the ambitious 95-95-95 treatment targets a decade ahead of the 2030 deadline. This.
Teresa Clarke, Chair, CEO, and Executive Editor of Africa.com, interviewed Paulin Basinga on advancing public health initiatives in Africa. In an era where global narratives about Africa often oscillate between.
