In Africa, fermented foods hold great cultural significance and health benefits, yet have not been thoroughly researched.
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A study found 69% of critically ill patients in African countries were treated in general hospital wards.
African men have a high risk of prostate cancer. Research has found genetic regions associated with this disease.
Africa’s investment into research and development is far below the global average.
Aids was first identified 40 years ago: these are the game changers that have revolutionised treatment – and the obstacles that remain.
Since the 1980s very few antibiotics have been approved. One of the reasons is that there is not enough investment in the sector.
Dispelling myths around breast cancer in Africa is important so that treatment care can focus on the dire socio-economic issues facing patients.
Breast cancer cases can differ significantly. Treatment needs to follow the individual needs of the patient.
Some alcoholic drinks in Nigeria encourage rape and other forms of sexual violence against women. The government needs to do more to stop this.
Resistance may have emerged from the increasing use of colistin in agricultural settings in Nigeria.
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