– Namibia’s Zambezi Region has recorded 33,944 malaria cases since January, according to health authorities. The region has also recorded 22 deaths from the disease this year. Muyako, Choi and Sesheke clinics are the main hotspots. Together, they accounted for

– The World Health Organization has called for stronger epidemiological surveillance after new Ebola clusters were detected in remote areas of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The agency warned that security and logistical challenges are limiting access to some

– St. George’s University has emphasized the importance of implementing risk-based breast cancer screening across Africa after research revealed that 21.9% of women diagnosed with the disease in five sub-Saharan countries were under 40. The institution advocates for healthcare providers

– The World Health Organization has introduced a five-year plan to enhance worldwide outbreak detection capabilities. This initiative seeks to enable all nations to identify and comprehend emerging health dangers within 24 hours by 2030. The strategy was announced at

Ahead of the World Health Summit in Berlin, European leaders reaffirmed their commitment to boosting health infrastructure across Africa through substantial financial pledges. The EU announced an investment nearing €170 million aimed at fortifying resilient medical systems worldwide. This funding

– Emerging clinical evidence suggests that incorporating a daily dose of psyllium husk may aid in better regulation of blood glucose levels. Psyllium, a soluble fiber derived from the Plantago ovata plant, creates a viscous gel when combined with liquids.