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Unveiling Health Struggles in Somaliland: The Hidden Crisis of Long-Term Illnesses

December 5, 2025

Somaliland is dealing with a serious health issue that isn't getting enough attention. Long-term illnesses, like heart disease and diabetes, are becoming more common. These are not just problems for rich countries anymore. They are also a big concern in places like Somaliland, which is still recover

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Changing Minds, Changing Lives: How Media Can Shape Gender Norms in Africa

November 27, 2025

In sub-Saharan Africa, young women and girls face many challenges due to social and gender norms. A recent study looked at different ways to improve their health and lives. The focus was on using entertainment media to change these norms. The study reviewed 35 articles about 24 different projects i

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The Hidden Cost of Health in Nigeria: How Spending on Chronic Illnesses Affects Families

November 21, 2025

Nigeria is facing a big problem. More and more people are getting sick with long-term illnesses. These are not the usual diseases you might think of, like malaria or infections. Instead, they are conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. These illnesses are costly to treat. And when famil

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Breast Cancer and the Reconstruction Dilemma in Sub-Saharan Africa

June 26, 2025

In Sub-Saharan Africa, many women delay getting a mastectomy. This delay leads to late diagnosis and treatment. As a result, the disease is often more advanced by the time it's detected. This situation contributes to higher mortality rates in the region. Mastectomy alone can greatly affect a woman's

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Why are Babies in Sub-Saharan Africa So Small at Birth?

June 26, 2025

In many parts of sub-Saharan Africa, a big problem is that moms are not getting enough iron. This is called anemia. When moms have anemia, their babies are often born too small. This is a big deal because small babies can have lots of health problems. So, what's the deal with anemia? It's when your

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Smoky Skies and Dusty Air: A Double Trouble for the East Coast

June 4, 2025

The eastern part of the U. S. is currently dealing with a unique and challenging situation. Smoke from Canadian wildfires and dust from the Sahara Desert are both contributing to a thick haze and poor air quality. This is affecting a large area, from the Northeast down to the Southeast. The Nationa

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Fighting Fat: What Works in Africa?

May 24, 2025

The struggle against obesity is becoming a major issue in sub-Saharan Africa. With obesity rates climbing, it is crucial to find effective ways to tackle this problem. Researchers have looked into various methods to prevent and manage obesity in the region. They dug into databases like Scopus, Ps

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Finding Female Health Leaders in Sub-Saharan Africa

May 18, 2025

In Sub-Saharan Africa, finding the right people to lead health initiatives is tough. This is especially true when looking for women leaders in reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health, and nutrition (RMNCAH-N) and immunization. The usual methods for finding stakeholders don't wo

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Vaccine Rollout Hurdles in Sub-Saharan Africa

April 23, 2025

Vaccines have been a game-changer in fighting diseases worldwide for the last five decades. However, getting new vaccines into the hands of people in sub-Saharan Africa is no easy task. A recent study looked into the hurdles faced when introducing new vaccines in this region. It focused on vaccines

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Teen Pregnancy in Africa: A Closer Look at Why It Happens

April 23, 2025

Teen pregnancy is a big problem in Sub-Saharan Africa. It is a major cause of deaths among young mothers. This is a problem that can be avoided. There is a need for more research to understand why it happens and how to stop it. This is especially true in places where many mothers die during childbir