The END Fund’s Post

Africa faces significant public health challenges, with communicable diseases remaining at the forefront. These illnesses not only impact individual health but also hinder economic development and diminish quality of life across the continent. Understanding the major communicable diseases affecting Africa and exploring potential solutions is crucial for improving health outcomes.

*MONKEY POX(MPox) in Africa* The World Health Organization declared an outbreak of a new strain of Mpox in Africa on 08/14/2024. This is a global health emergency, the highest alert level by the international group. Initially contained in the Democratic Republic of Congo, this new lethal viral strain has now spread to four other countries on the continent. More than 500 Mpox deaths have been reported in Africa this year. While there is no immediate threat to our communities or the United States health system, I will advise that we all stay vigilant and be cautious of family members and friends who present with symptoms that include fever, a painful rash, headache, muscle and back pain, low energy, and enlarged lymph nodes, especially after a history of travel to at-risk areas. Avoid touching or coming in close contact with such individuals, and encourage them to call their primary doctor for advice or go to the nearest emergency room for proper diagnosis and care. I've included links to helpful information and guidance below. Remember, it takes one to protect one. _*The only way to protect our community is to protect it together.*_ WHO Mpox website CDC Mpox website Dr. Nelson Aluya https://lnkd.in/eukbfeRx https://lnkd.in/ep6aWR3w

I think we have find measure on how to reduce this burden, especially by using the new emerging technology from early prevention of NCDs to rehabilitation stage

Recognition of misinformation as a public health threat and interest in infodemics, defined as an inundation of information accompanying an epidemic or acute health event, have increased worldwide. However, scientists have no consensus on how to best define and identify misinformation and other essential characteristics of infodemics.

The World Health Organization declares mpox to be a global emergency as the more deadlier strain has been identified beyond the Congo. Many of us saw this developing crisis in real-time. Due to delayed action, we will need to re-double efforts to avoid another global pandemic. Like many communicable diseases, this developing pandemic is incubating in communities that do not feel safe accessing healthcare, i.e., gay men in Central and West Africa. This fear from mistreatment and associated stigma will lead to many more communities being impacted. That's how this works. It's not rocket science. Africa CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The Global Fund #DRC TheBody.com https://lnkd.in/dGVKRUqt

SOUTHERN HEALTH FOUNDATION, strives to support National, Provincial, and District Departments of Health in implementing public health interventions to achieve the nation's health goals. Some of the health goals in South Africa include: 1. Reducing the spread and impact of infectious diseases, such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria and hepatitis. 2. Improving maternal and child health by reducing maternal mortality rates and improving access to healthcare for our children. 3. Addressing non-communicable diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and cancer through prevention, treatment, and management programs. 4. Promoting mental health awareness and access to mental health services. 5. Ensuring universal access to quality healthcare services for all citizens. These are just a few of the many health goals, South Africa is working towards achieving with the help of NGOs and other stakeholders in the healthcare sector.

Ending AIDS Epidemic as a public health threat in Ethiopia by 2030: Concerns on Regional Disparities My analysis of AIDS-related mortality in Ethiopia highlights significant regional disparities that threaten the goal of ending the epidemic by 2030. Addis Ababa and Dire Dawa are projected to have higher mortality rates, while SNNPR and Oromia show much lower rates. Gambella, despite having the highest HIV prevalence, is experiencing a decline, yet remains concerning. To achieve the 2030 target, we must focus on reducing new infections and AIDS-related deaths through targeted interventions in high-burden areas like Addis Ababa and Gambella. Without these efforts, Ethiopia may struggle to meet its goals, despite national progress. Data Source: Global Burden of Disease Collaborative Network. Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 (GBD 2021). Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), Seattle, USA, 2022. Available at: GBD Results. #EndAIDS #PublicHealth #HIVAIDS #Ethiopia #HealthEquity #2030Goals #GlobalHealth

High burden of Communicable and Non-Communicable diseases compounded by limited resources posses a major challenge to resource constrained countries. Despite a notable decline of some communicable diseases and conditions like HIV, Malaria, and Maternal Mortalities, Other life threatening Conditions like emerging and re-emerging epidemics, Anti-microbial Resistance (AMR), and Non-communicable diseases are on rapid increase mismatching with available healthcare workforce and health system capacity. This calls for:- Strengthening of Survaillance and Disease Intelligent Systems. Provision of Community Screening services for different disease conditions. Implementation of Health promotion activities like Physical activities and Healthy diets. High Political commitment. Implementation of One Health Policy and Community participation. #TDV2050 #UHC2030 #SDG2030 CATHERINE GITIGE Department of Public Health University of Dodoma Bruno Sunguya James Tumaini Kengia (PhD) WITNESS MCHWAMPAKA Shadi Henchiri Simbarashe Mpariwa, MBChB, MSc, MPH, Dip HIV mgmt Per Tidemand Cliff S. Ronald N. Dr Caritas Kitinya Katalyeba S. Vitalis CPA(T) Boniface Christopher Mwakajinga malieta Mboje Sarah Malima Tanzania Health Summit Salzburg Global Seminar World Health Organization Tanzania Better Health Afya Lead Limited Wilhellmuss Mauka, MD,MPH, Msc. Epi-Bio, AfyaBora Fellow

Praise the LORD JESUS! The 6th and last article from my PhD work is published on SAGE Open Medicine! "Mapping evidence on barriers to and facilitators of diagnosing noncommunicable diseases among people living with human immunodeficiency virus in low- and middle-income countries in Africa: A scoping review" mapping evidences on COM-B/TDF 9(Capability-Opportunity-Motivation-Behavior model and Theoretical Domains Framework). Barriers and facilitators were identified individual, HCP and Health system related. The most cited barriers include a lack of integrated HIV and noncommunicable disease care, equipment and logistics chain challenges for noncommunicable diseases, patients’ and healthcare providers’ lack of knowledge and awareness of noncommunicable diseases, and healthcare provider’s skill and competency deficiencies. Addressing these issues is crucial for improving patient outcomes and reducing the burden on healthcare providers and health systems. Thanks for reading! My heartfelt Thanks goes to my PhD supervisor Professor Ozayr Mahomed for unreserved support ! https://lnkd.in/eW9RMkR7

https://lnkd.in/gdmtgfsN I feel truly privileged to share my research on this topic. Food insecurity is closely tied to poor health outcomes, and by finding more effective ways to address it, we can improve overall health.