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A recent study has overturned claims regarding the ‘Mysterious Lady,’ an ancient Egyptian mummy previously believed to be pregnant with cancer. New research reveals that suspected fetal remains were actually …
Resolution of Egypt’s ‘Pregnant Mummy’ Mystery: A Study of Misinterpretation Read More
The WHO reported four new MERS cases in Saudi Arabia since September 6, 2024, two of which resulted in death. All patients had underlying conditions and were exposed to the …
Four New MERS Cases Reported in Saudi Arabia: WHO Update Read More
The private healthcare sector in South Africa faces rising treatment costs for medical aid members due to a shortage of specialists, dubious billing practices, and lack of pricing regulation. Martin …
Rising Medical Aid Costs and Shortfalls in South Africa Read More
Nigeria aims to combat poliovirus transmission through the Targeted Local Outbreak Response strategy, addressing issues of vaccine hesitancy and logistical challenges. A recent campaign reached over 3.6 million children, but …
Nigeria’s Strategic Approach to Eradicating Poliovirus in High-Risk Areas Read More
Ghana observes five years since the first COVID-19 case, reflecting on the enhancements in public health systems. The pandemic catalyzed significant transformations, including improved disease surveillance, enhanced laboratory capacity, public-private …
Five Years Post-COVID-19 in Ghana: A Transformative Journey for Public Health Read More
Médecins Sans Frontières has reported a surge in measles cases in Afghanistan, with alarming mortality rates, particularly among children. MSF underscores the need for increased vaccination efforts to prevent these …
Surge in Measles Cases and Deaths in Afghanistan: An Urgent Health Crisis Read More
Adults living with HIV in Malawi are over twice as likely to have dementia compared to non-HIV individuals, according to a study by US and Malawian researchers. The increasing life …
Significant Dementia Risk Among HIV-Positive Adults in Malawi Read More
A donated SPECT camera from the IAEA has allowed HUAP in Brazil to double its heart scan capacity, providing essential health services to over two million people. This upgrade has …
New SPECT Camera Revolutionizes Heart Diagnosis in Brazil Read More
Artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare in Kenya by enhancing diagnostic capabilities, facilitating personalized medicine, and improving surgical precision. Despite its early adoption, AI’s potential to reduce human error and increase …
The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: Transforming Patient Care in Kenya Read More
The WHO will dispatch leprosy medications to Nigeria after a year-long delay. The delay was due to testing issues, affecting thousands of patients including children. Leprosy, caused by Mycobacterium leprae, …
WHO to Deliver Leprosy Drugs to Nigeria After Year-Long Delay Read More