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02/12/2024
Why is hypertension called a silent killer?
What happens in your body when your blood pressure is high? Learn about the 4 “S”s to protect yourself from hypertension.
https://www.who.int/podcasts/episode/science-in-5/episode–121—hypertension
Global childhood immunization levels stalled in 2023, leaving many without life-saving protection
More than half of unvaccinated children live in the 31 countries with fragile, conflict-affected, and vulnerable settings, where children are especially vulnerable to preventable diseases because of disruptions and lack of access to security, nutrition, and health services.
What is in your matooke?
When deciding whether to steam, roast or boil matooke, it is important to choose a method of cooking that will preserve its nutritional benefit.
https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/healthy-living/what-is-in-your-matooke–4682806#story
Zambia sees COVID-19 cases increase in cold season
Zambia has experienced a rise in COVID-19 cases following the recent cold season in the country, health authorities say.
https://www.independent.co.ug/zambia-sees-covid-19-cases-increase-in-cold-season/
Scientists to launch human tests of Marburg virus vaccine
The Marburg virus is in the same family as Ebola and was discovered in 1967.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8973ln4z2wo
Can we change how our brains age? These scientists think it’s possible
It’s long been known that our lifestyles can help to keep us healthier for longer. Now scientists are asking whether new technology can also help slow down the aging process of our brains by keeping track of what happens to them as we age.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0www3qvx2zo
Medical gaslighting: Women are more at risk than men
This can lead to serious health problems because the real issues are ignored or downplayed. Unfortunately, women often experience this more than men.
Boys born with higher natural resistance to HIV, study finds
Baby girls are more likely to acquire HIV from their mothers during pregnancy or childbirth than infant boys, who are conversely more likely to achieve cure or remission, researchers say in a new study that sheds light on the gender differences in immune systems.
https://www.scidev.net/global/news/boys-born-with-higher-natural-resistance-to-hiv-study-finds/
Africa races to increase vaccine manufacturing capacity, concerns rise over Europe’s control
As Africa races to be more independent in vaccine production, Europe is seeking greater control in building and scaling of local manufacturing hubs.
Investing in African health tech
Community pharmacies, often the first point of care in low- and middle-income countries, usually have poor access to finance from traditional institutions. They resort to stocking only fast-moving drugs like antimalarials and antibiotics, leaving patients needing more specific treatments underserved.
https://www.independent.co.ug/investing-in-african-health-tech/
