Why the Competition Commission's Decision On Two Cancer Medicine Cases Could Have Much Wider Implications
spotlight
There is a history of competition law being used to drive HIV medicine prices lower in South Africa. Now, two cases involving cancer medicines seem set to nail down what qualifies… Read more »
NGO Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, Free Screenings in Lagos
Premium Times
After the screenings, the main walk, which covered a scenic 5km route, started from the university's back gate, passed through Ransom Kuti and Afe Babalola Halls, and returned to… Read more »
Caucus Calls for Resumption of Overseas Treatment Funding Under SHIF
Capital FM
The Caucus of Patient-Led Organizations of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) has urged the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) to restore overseas treatment funding for patients… Read more »
A Call to Action - Addressing Breast Cancer in the Upper East Region of Ghana [guest column]
allAfrica
Breast cancer is one of the most significant health challenges facing women globally, and the Upper East Region of Ghana where I live is no exception. As we celebrate Breast Cancer… Read more »
Breast Cancer - Why It's Difficult to Treat and What New Approaches Are On the Horizon [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Breast cancer is the number one cancer among women: more than 2 million cases were diagnosed worldwide in 2022. It is also particularly challenging to treat. Physiologist Anna-Mart… Read more »
WHO Strengthens Countries Capacities to Combat Diet Related Noncommunicable Diseases in Africa
WHO-AFRO
The World Health Organization's Regional Office for Africa (WHO AFRO) has conducted a five-day capacity-building workshop in Uganda from 14-18 October 2024 to empower 40… Read more »
