Innocent Kitandu

Medical Doctor | Neuro, Global health & Digital health

[Innocent Kitandu @docinnocentkp]

To improve stroke care services, language barrier should no longer be a challenge! Our newly published article relays modifications of the NIHSS into Swahili language aiming at breaking barriers, ensuring timely and accurate stroke assessment for all. 👇🏾
https://t.co/M9pvqsBxpG

[Masoud Kipanya @masoudkipanya]

..Doubt kills way more ideas than failure

[Arsenal @Arsenal]

It's N̶O̶T̶ done.

[Arsenal @Arsenal]

Arsenal: 2025/26 Premier League champions.

[Dr Jean Kaseya @Dr_JeanKaseya]

As the Africa Forward Summit has come to a close, I leave inspired by the collective commitment to advancing Africa’s health security and sovereignty.

Over the past days, leaders, partners, innovators, and young changemakers came together with one shared conviction: Africa must lead the transformation of its health future.

My sincere gratitude to all partners and participants for the rich engagements and bold vision for our continent. The work continues, and together, we move Africa forward.

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Alors que le Sommet Africa Forward touche à sa fin, je repars inspiré par l’engagement collectif en faveur du renforcement de la sécurité sanitaire et de la souveraineté de l’Afrique.

Au cours des derniers jours, des dirigeants, partenaires, innovateurs et jeunes acteurs du changement se sont réunis autour d’une conviction commune : l’Afrique doit conduire la transformation de son avenir sanitaire.

J’adresse mes sincères remerciements à tous les partenaires et participants pour les échanges enrichissants et la vision ambitieuse portée pour notre continent. Le travail continue, et ensemble, nous faisons avancer l’Afrique.

[Joel Peter @jmaduki]

Hiking fuel prices, terrible roads, rain, long traffic jams, bodaboda and bajaji everywhere, and crowded daladalas.

Dar’s transport sector is in the gutters

[Arsenal @Arsenal]

BUDAPEST-BOUND.

[Premier League @premierleague]

It's advantage @Arsenal, but there's still more to come in the title race...

Who are you backing to lift the trophy? 🏆

[now.arsenal @now_arsenaI]

Don’t say anything, just repost!😂

[Innocent Kitandu @docinnocentkp]

@jmaduki @_syvy_ 😂😂

[Daniel S. Masunga, MD 🇹🇿 @DanielMasungaMD]

Honored to attend the 2nd @WFNSHQ & 1st #ISGNS Global Neurosurgery Conference in Dar es Salaam. As a @cosecsa surgical resident, I gained a new perspective on global neurosurgery, built meaningful connections, and feel more driven to improve access to safe neurosurgical care.

[Dr. Banda Khalifa MD, MPH, MBA @dr_bandak]

A word of advice to health professionals:

A good Master of Public Health is absolutely worth it.

It changes how you think, how you practice, and how you value the work you do.

You do not need to plan a career in public health before pursuing an MPH.

[Dr. Banda Khalifa MD, MPH, MBA @dr_bandak]

A recent survey of 376 healthcare professionals revealed that 63% DID NOT understand the concept of a p-value.

Do you think you can pass the P-value explanation test❓

Are you part of the 63%?

Let's break it down in simpler terms…

[... @NorbertMtenga]

It's truly fascinating meeting the mentor's mentor and seeing how influential their role and impact has been down the generations.

That's what I just experienced.

Thank to you for such an impact with your roles in medicine.

#SiopAfrica2026
#SiopAfrica
#StJude

[Dr Mwakalebela @Isayadicksonjr]

To every 1st generation doctor in the family….

You are not just building a career.

You are building a foundation your family never had before, you did not inherit a clinic, you did not inherit a patient base.

You did not inherit medical guidance at home.

[Dr Jean Kaseya @Dr_JeanKaseya]

Honoured by this recognition from Meridian Letters.
This reflects the dedication of the Africa CDC team and our partners across the continent as we advance Africa’s health security and sovereignty. Proud of the progress we are making together.
🔗 https://t.co/nMx6Qez0uW
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Honoré par cette reconnaissance de Meridian Letters.
Elle reflète l’engagement des équipes d’Africa CDC et de nos partenaires à faire progresser la sécurité et la souveraineté sanitaires de l’Afrique. Fier des progrès que nous accomplissons ensemble.

[Prof. Mohamed Janabi @ProfJanabi]

Alcohol & Diabetes:

If you have diabetes, alcohol can be risky—especially hours after drinking.

In Africa, diabetes causes about 216,000 deaths every year. That is one death about every 2½ minutes.

If you drink:
· Choose dry wine or spirits without sugar
❌ Avoid beer and sweet drinks
Safety rules:
· Never drink on an empty stomach
· Limit to 1 drink (women), 1–2 drinks (men)
· Do not skip insulin or medicines
· Check blood sugar before sleep
· Watch for late low sugar (6–24 hours later)
· Do not drink alone

If you have diabetes, the safest option is not to drink at all.
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Alcool et le diabète:

Si vous avez le diabète, l’alcool peut être dangereux—surtout plusieurs heures après avoir bu.

En Afrique, le diabète cause environ 216 000 décès par an, soit un décès toutes les 2½ minutes.

Si vous buvez :
· Optez pour vin sec ou alcools forts sans sucre
❌ Évitez la bière et les boissons sucrées
· Ne buvez jamais à jeun
· Limitez la quantité
· Ne sautez pas vos médicaments
· Vérifiez la glycémie avant de dormir
· Attention aux hypoglycémies tardives
· Ne buvez pas seul(e)

Avec le diabète, le choix le plus sûr est de ne pas boire.

[Innocent Kitandu @docinnocentkp]

@Uwolivier14 @OliHealthOrg @Okorobe_PM @OfficialFUMSA @emilengabo11 @SagideMartin @AnushreeRai9 @FilsDeBoncoeur @I_Alpha_Patrick @Ukwizagira2003 @AbayisengaOliv3 Congratulations Dr

[Dr. Banda Khalifa MD, MPH, MBA @dr_bandak]

“Passion” is not a substitute for safe working conditions.

Yes, many junior doctors are deeply committed.

But chronic underpay, burnout, and unsafe workloads do not produce better care.

They produce errors, exits, and brain drain.

A health system that depends on doctors being “poor” to stay passionate is not a health system. It is exploitation.

If we want consistent, high-quality care, we should pay fairly, staff adequately, and equip facilities properly.

[Dr. Banda Khalifa MD, MPH, MBA @dr_bandak]

“Passion” is not a substitute for safe working conditions.

Yes, many junior doctors are deeply committed. But chronic underpay, burnout, and unsafe workloads do not produce better care. They produce errors, exits, and brain drain.

A health system that depends on doctors being “poor” to stay passionate is not a health system. It is exploitation.

If we want consistent, high-quality care, we should pay fairly, staff adequately, and equip facilities properly.

[Innocent Kitandu @docinnocentkp]

@nikillinit and then Gandalf enters with his staff like 'YOUU.... SHALL ....NOT... PASS!!!'