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Science & Health

June 15, 2022June 15, 2022
Diseases & Conditions

Culturally Sanctioned Silence on Male Infertility

Even though males are solely responsible for 20-30 percent of all infertility cases and contribute to 50 percent of cases overall, infertility is still viewed as a woman’s burden, while male infertility remains invisible, enjoying socially sanctioned silence to avoid upsetting hegemonic masculinity.

Richard Oduor Odukuby Richard Oduor Oduku
May 19, 2022May 18, 2022
Space Science

African Scientists and Technology Could Drive Future Black Hole Discoveries

We were the only two of more than 300 EHT team members based on the African continent. The continent doesn’t host any EHT telescopes – we were brought on board because of expertise we’ve developed in preparation for the world’s largest radio telescope, the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), to be co-hosted by South Africa and Australia.

The Conversationby The Conversation
Science & Health

South African Community’s Request for its Genetic Data Raises Questions about Ethical and Equitable Research

Scientists conduct helicopter research when they collect data from developing countries and marginalized communities with little to no involvement from local researchers and community members.

by The Conversation April 20, 2022April 21, 2022
Diseases & Conditions Science & Health

Early Pregnancy Can Put Young Women’s Mental Health at Risk: A Review of African Evidence

Adolescent pregnancies are a major public health concern. They can lead to unplanned parenthood and poor health outcomes for young women. Early, unintended pregnancy can add stress to the normal physiological and behavioural changes of this time of life

by The Conversation March 29, 2022April 3, 2022
Diseases & Conditions Science & Health

Kenya Has a Yellow Fever Outbreak: How to Deal With It

Yellow fever is an acute viral haemorrhagic disease which is transmitted by infected mosquitoes. It is also possible to contract the disease from the bite of an infected primate or human.

by The Conversation March 28, 2022April 3, 2022
Health Systems Science & Health

How COVID Has Affected the Control of Neglected Tropical Diseases

Drug programmes have been interrupted, health budgets re-prioritised and aid cut.

by The Conversation March 14, 2022April 3, 2022
Diseases & Conditions Science & Health

Wins, Missteps and Lessons: African Experts Reflect on Two Years of COVID Response

Now, most of the world is opening up. The Conversation Africa spoke to public health experts based in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa to get their take on the biggest lessons so far.

by The Conversation March 12, 2022April 3, 2022
Diseases & Conditions Science & Health

Could COVID-19 Result in a “Brain Gain” for Africa?

The COVID-19 pandemic is creating demand for research in Africa as rising investments in biotech and e-health offer new and better opportunities for departed skilled medical researchers. Could this be the start of a "brain gain"?

by Conrad Onyango - bird contributor October 20, 2021October 11, 2021
Diseases & Conditions Science & Health

The Double Mutant COVID-19 Variant from India Detected in Africa

Even though COVID-19 infections and fatalities remain comparatively low, African governments have struggled over the past year to expand healthcare capacity and meet vaccination targets. The continent has a fragile health ecosystem and cannot cope with the virulence of the double mutant currently devastating India.

by Richard Oduor Oduku May 6, 2021September 28, 2021
Diseases & Conditions Science & Health

IDeAL — How KEMRI-Wellcome Builds Science Capacity in Africa

A new breed of scientists is rapidly springing up on the continent. A young, vibrant, and practical breed, eager to stamp their mark on the global landscape.

by Martin Wagah April 26, 2021July 26, 2021
Diseases & Conditions Science & Health

The Toll of Covid-19 and Glimpses of Progress in South Africa

Grieving the loss of a loved one during the Covid-19 pandemic became a curse and burden.

by Walter Kudzai Barure April 4, 2021May 15, 2021
Mental Health Science & Health

A Call For Responsive Mental Health Services

The cost of mental health services is also one of the biggest complaints by consumers and would-be consumers.

by Joe Mwenda April 4, 2021May 15, 2021
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