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Empowering Digital Health Innovation: The First Didida Hackathon in Uganda
Empowering Digital Health Innovation: The First Didida Hackathon in UgandaKampala, 28–29 June 2025 – Makerere University African Centre of Excellence in Bioinformatics The DIDIDA project took a major leap forward in community engagement and local innovation by...
Impact of Maternal Infectious Diseases on Infant Health
Impact of Maternal Infectious Diseases on Infant Health Introduction Maternal health is pivotal for the well-being of infants, and maternal infections are a significant contributor to adverse health outcomes in newborns. Infectious diseases during pregnancy can lead...
Enhancing Rural Healthcare with Artificial Intelligence
Enhancing Rural Healthcare with Artificial Intelligence Introduction to AI in Rural Healthcare In recent years, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare has shown promising potential, particularly in rural areas where access to medical resources...
Co-Creation of Digital Health Innovations in Africa
Co-Creation of Digital Health Innovations in AfricaThe landscape of healthcare in Africa is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements and the increasing recognition of the need for context-specific solutions to address unique health challenges....
Adoption of Digital Health Technologies in Sub-Saharan Africa
Adoption of Digital Health Technologies in Sub-Saharan AfricaIntroduction The adoption of digital health technologies in Sub-Saharan Africa has gained momentum over the past decade, driven by the urgent need to address health challenges in the region. These...
Understanding Co-morbidities Between Malaria and Non-Communicable Diseases
Understanding Co-morbidities Between Malaria and Non-Communicable DiseasesIntroduction Malaria remains one of the most significant public health challenges worldwide, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where it causes considerable morbidity and mortality....
Socioeconomic Criteria for Disease Diagnostic Prioritization in Africa
Socioeconomic Criteria for Disease Diagnostic Prioritization in AfricaIntroduction The burden of disease in Africa is immense, exacerbated by limited healthcare resources, high prevalence of infectious diseases, and socioeconomic challenges. Prioritizing which...
Mobile Phone-Based Reading of Diagnostic Test Results
Mobile Phone-Based Reading of Diagnostic Test ResultsIn the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, mobile technology has emerged as a powerful tool for enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of diagnostic processes. This article explores the integration of...
Zoonoses in Africa: A Growing Public Health Challenge
Zoonoses in Africa: A Growing Public Health ChallengeIntroduction Zoonoses, infectious diseases that are transmitted from animals to humans, pose a significant public health challenge in Africa. The continent's unique ecological and socio-economic landscapes create...
The State and Challenges of Diagnostic Technology Manufacturing in Africa
The State and Challenges of Diagnostic Technology Manufacturing in AfricaIntroduction The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the vulnerabilities in global health systems, particularly in Africa, where the continent has faced significant challenges in accessing essential...
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