Substandard Cancer Drugs in Africa Are A Serious Concern
An alarming investigation has revealed the prevalence of substandard cancer drugs in Africa, putting patients at risk with ineffective treatments.
Biovac Secures Deal to Produce Pneumonia Vaccine
Biovac secures a deal with Biological E to produce a pneumonia vaccine in Africa, promoting vaccine independence continent-wide.
Climate Change in Africa: A Growing Health Crisis
Analyze the severe effects of climate change in Africa as health emergencies rise and global cooperation becomes essential.
HIV Prevention Strategies with Lenacapavir Injection
In a decision that could fundamentally reshape the fight against HIV, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given its approval to Gilead Sciences’ lenacapavir, a groundbreaking twice-yearly injection for preventing HIV infection in adults and adolescents. Marketed under the brand name Yeztugo in the US, this innovative drug has been eagerly anticipated by…...
Call for Radical Reform to Combat Health Crisis
The call for radical reform is more important than ever in light of foreign aid cuts and the shifting global health landscape.
African Pharmaceutical Procurement: A Path to Self-Sufficiency
A pooled system for African pharmaceutical procurement is crucial. Africa must reduce its dependence on imported medicines. Delegates at a G20 event reached this conclusion. The discussion highlighted Africa’s vulnerability in its supply chain. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed this. Recent US and European aid cuts emphasised this. The Need for African Pharmaceutical Procurement Africa’s lack…...
Sudden USAID withdrawal threatens SA HIV vaccine project
The SA Medical Research Council has appealed for funding after the abrupt termination of US government funding for its leading HIV vaccine project.