Author: Emmanuel OyelayoAntibiotics have saved millions of lives since their discovery, but today, these life-saving drugs are under threat [1]. When you buy antibiotics from a local pharmacy or patent medicine store, how do…
Authors: Emmanuel Oyelayo, Sarah Daniel The Growing Threat of Antimicrobial Resistance in Africa Imagine if the medicines we use to treat infections (like antibiotics, antivirals and antifungals) no longer work…
Author: Sarah DanielsIn a continent where access to timely and affordable healthcare remains a pressing challenge, a growing number of digital‐health platforms are transforming smartphones into diagnostic and prevention hubs. Our featured innovation is Unu Health, offering online doctor consultations, blood tests and…
Author: Sarah Daniel When a natural evolutionary process occurs in a bacterial population, it acts as a powerful, ancient shield that helps safeguard its survival. The development of antibiotic resistance isn't…
Author: Sarah Daniel LifeBank, a Nigerian health-tech and logistics company, is reshaping healthcare delivery across Africa. With a mission to ensure no African dies due to a lack of essential supplies,…
Author: Sarah Daniel Access to quality healthcare remains out of reach for millions across Africa.Outdated systems, fragmented records, limited funding, and logistical barriers continue to hinder the delivery of effective…
Author: Mark Akinware Dr. Patricia Bath, a medical pioneer whose groundbreaking invention transformed eye care and restored sight to millions.A Trailblazer in Medicine:Born in 1942 in Harlem, New York, Dr. Patricia…
Author: Mark Akinware Drones are redefining how healthcare is delivered across Africa, and at the forefront of this revolution is ZiplineZipline is an American-based company pioneering autonomous drone technology to…
Author: Mark Akinware Photocredit: Freepik.com In a groundbreaking development for the medical field, researchers have pioneered a novel hydrogel that offers a much-needed solution to the increasing challenge of antibiotic…
Author: Mark Akinware The Future of Antibiotic Discovery In a groundbreaking study, researchers from Stanford and the University of Pennsylvania have unveiled a surprising source for the next generation of…