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02/12/2024
Tobacco and nicotine industry tactics addict youth for life
The report shows that globally an estimated 37 million children aged 13–15 years use tobacco, and in many countries, the rate of e-cigarette use among adolescents exceeds that of adults.
https://www.who.int/news/item/23-05-2024-tobacco-and-nicotine-industry-tactics-addict-youth-for-life
Recurrent fistulas: Uganda’s successes and challenges
Uganda has made giant strides in ending the condition, as Moses Ndhaye writes, with now 1,500 new cases annually, as compared to 3,000 new cases in Kenya.
GMO mosquitoes released in Djibouti to fight malaria
Tens of thousands of genetically modified (GMO) mosquitoes have been released in Djibouti to stop the spread of an invasive species that transmits malaria.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cw551yelwz5o
Weight loss jab ‘could reduce heart attack risk’
Obesity jabs could cut the risk of heart attacks and strokes in people even if they fail to lose much weight, according to an analysis of a study funded by a drug manufacturer.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd188m73vn1o
Alarm as carbon monoxide levels rise in Nairobi
The Toxicological Profile for Carbon Monoxide report published by the National Library of Medicine explains that CO is produced when carbon is incompletely burnt in liquid, solid, or gaseous fuels. It is classified as a major air pollutant
https://nation.africa/kenya/health/-chocking-on-fumes-alarm-as-carbon-monoxide-levels-rise-4633590
Measles vaccine less effective in children born by C-section
According to health experts, even low vaccine failure rates can significantly increase the risk of an outbreak.
Obstetric Fistula: Breaking the cycle for the sake of girls and women
While pregnancy is safer than ever on average, health systems and communities are still falling short on the promise of safe childbirth, with tens of thousands of women and girls sustaining injuries such as obstetric fistula around the world each year.
https://www.independent.co.ug/obstetric-fistula-breaking-the-cycle-for-the-sake-of-girls-and-women/
Booming fitness culture in Africa attracts global players
The African debut of a popular global workout competition, the “World Series of Fitness Racing” in 2024 is the latest testament to an unfolding fitness culture revolution on the continent.
https://www.independent.co.ug/booming-fitness-culture-in-africa-attracts-global-players/
Nutritious meals still elude Ugandans despite the rich agricultural landscape
Accessing nutritious meals continues to be a major challenge for Ugandans due to the costs involved. Experts say that the price of a nutritious meal, comprising fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains, often surpasses the financial means of a considerable number of households.
“All for Health, Health for All” sets the stage for the Seventy-seventh World Health Assembly
One of the pivotal moments anticipated during the Health Assembly is the Pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response accord and the amendments to the International Health Regulations, signaling a concerted effort by Member States to bolster global preparedness and response mechanisms.
