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In South Africa, the public healthcare sector is faced with the aging infrastructure, technology underutilization, financial and skills resource limitations which hinder the delivery of quality, primary healthcare. #ChangeWhatIsPossible #HealthcareSolutions #Pharmaceutical #UnjaniClinics #Healthcare #Medicines #Logistics #DPWorld

How well do you know the Public Healthcare System in Kenya? Here’s an overview: Kenya’s Public Healthcare System is organized across six levels of care, from Community Health Services at level one to National Referral Hospitals at level six. Healthcare delivery and management is decentralized, with County Governments overseeing the first five levels and the National Government managing level six facilities. Lower levels focus on preventative care and primary health services. Higher levels offer more advanced care like surgery and have higher in-patient bed capacities. Top national referral hospitals provide specialized care and conduct research. This tiered system aims to offer access through community health while referring complex cases up. But rural access gaps remain due to shortages. Financing comes from county budgets, national budgets, donors and patient fees. Preventative/primary care is often free, but fees at higher levels can still bar access for low-income patients. Recent upgrades have focused on infrastructure and equipment. But ongoing personnel shortages and stock-outs impact services. As demand rises with population growth, strategic investments are needed to achieve truly universal high-quality coverage evenly across Kenya. #HealthcareAdvocacy #HealthcareAccess #UniversalHealthcare #Health #Kenya #Africa

Poor access to healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa remains a significant challenge, with socioeconomic factors playing a significant role in determining access to healthcare services. Those who are economically well-off have better access to healthcare services than those who are disadvantaged(Moeti,et al). It's time to address this issue and work towards creating a more equitable healthcare system for all, thereby increasing access to clinical trials in public healthcare facilities. #healthcare #Africa #socioeconomicfactors #accessibility #clinicaltrials

This is thought-provoking. But looking at the other perspective, no person would want to invest heavily both emotionally and financially to get the education and skills, and watch as these skills waste away in the name of unemployment. This is one of the problems most developing countries face. They are always in a position where they can’t fully utilize the talents in the country because of whatsoever reasons. I don’t know about Nigeria but the Ghanaian numbers isn’t a problem. Ghana made it a priority to train many people in the field decades ago. As a result, we seem to have enough for ourselves to the extent that, a bunch of young qualified health professionals aren’t even getting employment. The major problem with migration of health professionals is, the experienced people in the various professions who are also leaving the shores of the country. This is because, these people are supposed to mentor the young crop of health professionals in the country. That’s my opinion though.

While Wanjiku (Mwananchi) is a pivotal stakeholder in Kenya's healthcare sector, she has been short-changed in the power (or Money) struggle between Ministry of Health, Kenya, and Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists' Union (KMPDU). The ongoing doctor's strike is the tip of the iceberg bedeviling the healthcare sector in Kenya. Assuming doctors get what they want as stipulated in the CBA, does it guarantee Wanjiku will receive better and more timely services? Not a chance. We are all too familiar with the harsh realities of our public hospitals-negligence, medication shortages, lack of treatment records, vested interests, corruption, poor governance, and the mistreatment of patients by various staff members. It's high time we address all these issues collectively. We cannot hope to solve one problem and ignore the other 30; the patient's life is at stake, and our efforts will be in vain. Therefore, alongside the doctor's demands, we need a parallel voice that will call for accountability, infrastructure, and humane treatment of patients (with dignity and respect) by both the medical and non-medical staff at the hospitals. Wanjiku is sick and tired of being left to witness the dust, chest-thumping, the stalemate, and all the other shenanigans going on that she has no idea of. Her neutrality in this matter has seen her get kicked down into despair, with no options but to pray for good health that will not necessitate hospital seeking. The success of healthcare delivery in Kenya will only be achieved when the people mandated to take action at all levels resolve to amplify their love for the country and do the right thing, overcoming the focus on self-interest and getting rich at the expense of poor Kenyans.

🌍 Driving Change in Healthcare Access 🌍 Meet Yetunde Ayo-Oyalowo , the visionary founder of Market Doctors in Nigeria, who is reshaping the landscape of #healthcare accessibility and delivery across #Africa. As a doctor herself, Yetunde understands the critical importance of universal healthcare, especially in the wake of the #COVID19 pandemic. She was the 2022 awardee of the #WEEmpowerSDGChallenge in the Sub-Saharan Africa region. Market Doctors is not just a healthcare provider; it’s a movement towards democratizing healthcare. Yetunde saw the urgent need for accessible and affordable healthcare, particularly in low-income communities where traditional healthcare services are scarce. By setting up clinics near busy market areas and operating mobile clinics, Market Doctors meets people where they are, reducing the economic burden and time constraints associated with seeking medical care. Yetunde’s dedication to addressing both health and economic disparities is evident in her approach. Through Market Doctors, she has not only provided employment opportunities for hundreds of medical professionals and administrative staff but has also empowered local businesses through partnerships and collaborations. By training health agents and engaging with diverse stakeholders, Market Doctors is making a tangible impact on #SDG3 and #SDG8, promoting health and decent work for all. But Yetunde understands that achieving universal healthcare requires collective effort. Through strategic partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, corporations, and local businesses, Market Doctors is tackling widespread health issues and driving progress towards #SDG17. Yetunde’s vision extends beyond her enterprise; she advocates for more support and investment in #WomenOwnedBusinesses, recognizing the vital role they play in driving economic growth and social progress. “Government should reserve procurement slots for women businesses. They should celebrate women’s achievements loudly. There should be more investments in women owned companies.” #HealthcareAccess #SDGs #UniversalHealthCoverage #WEEmpower Visit the Market Doctors website here: https://lnkd.in/ggtg3t4U Read more about Yetunde’s story here: https://lnkd.in/g9qiSJAF

Nearly 15,000 health workers in the UK’s National Health Service are from Ghana 🇬🇭and Nigeria 🇳🇬 Meanwhile, the policies seem to be driving international workers and students away (check Nigeria and Ghana) UK National Health Service benefits immensely from health workers across the globe (check the numbers from 🇬🇭 & 🇳🇬) Nigerian: 10,494 Ghanaian: 3,395 These numbers highlight the significant contributions of the NHS. ************* Imagine the transformative impact if this expertise and talent were harnessed to improve African healthcare systems. What opportunities can be created to enable collaboration between health professionals in the diaspora and the health system on the African continent? ************ How can we better utilize this human resource capital to benefit the African continent? #NHSHeroes #DiversityInHealthcare #HealthcareInnovation #NigerianNHS #GhanaianNHS

Who is paying the price of the poor healthcare system in Nigeria?   The State of Primary Healthcare in Nigeria report details the deplorable state of healthcare in the country. The Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC) is the initial point of accessing treatment which is delivered to the public by individual states and local governments. Due to decades of neglect by the government, the country’s delivery of PHC is highly inefficient and extremely poor in quality. Most PHCs lack basic equipment and amenities to enable them to function well. It is reported that “...of the 30,000 Primary Healthcare Centres present in communities across Nigeria, 80 percent lack the capacity to provide essential healthcare services”. Most health care facilities are unable to provide even basic emergency obstetric services and lack the minimum required equipment package, including essential medicines. Generally, the system is rife with several obstacles such as poor health infrastructure, a shortage of manpower and weak systems. These are serious issues and raise concerns for the proper functioning and delivery of healthcare to the public. What is deeply saddening is that vulnerable people - pregnant women and children are the one that pay the price of this inefficiency with their life every day. Furthermore, corruption and mismanagement of government resources for the past two decades within the Nigerian government has continued to affect its ability to fulfil its commitment to make the appropriate budgetary allocation to improve delivery of healthcare. Its current 5.75% of the total budget allocated to healthcare seems to be its highest on record, yet this is extremely inadequate in addressing the obstacles afflicting the health sector. There is a need for a real investment in the health sector backed up by strong political will and dedication to ensure that the sector is properly funded, up to date and fit for purpose. This responsibility cannot be left to the state and local governments alone, the Federal Government must to commit to ensure the delivery of better healthcare for everyone. The ability to enjoy or access a good healthcare is vital for enjoyment of the basic human right to life and to fulfil one’s full potential. The people of Nigeria deserve more. #healthcare #nigeria #primary #report #government #vulnerable #pregnanwomen #children #obstacles #delivery #policy #access #humanright #righttolife  

🔍Nearly 60% of Nigeria’s population lives in rural areas where access to healthcare is severely limited. 🚨 Inadequate access to healthcare services in Nigeria is a critical issue, with millions unable to receive the care they need. Rural areas are especially hard-hit, facing shortages of medical facilities, professionals, and essential supplies. Strengthening healthcare infrastructure and expanding services are vital steps toward ensuring every Nigerian has the right to health Read more: https://lnkd.in/gBkQz5Pd #Nigeria #Healthcare

Bad leadership and poor policies have significantly driven Africa's best health workers away from their own countries. Low salaries, inadequate working conditions, and limited career opportunities are pushing these professionals to seek better prospects abroad. Political instability and corruption exacerbate the problem, leading to the mismanagement of resources and healthcare systems. This migration of skilled health workers is a critical issue, as it further strains already challenged healthcare systems. It's essential for African nations to invest in healthcare infrastructure, ensure fair compensation, and create supportive environments to retain their talented health professionals. #Leadership #Healthcare #Africa #HealthWorkers #PolicyReform