In collaboration with @Amref_Kenya & @cihebKenya, the #Mpox vaccination launch in Salga, Nakuru brought together community leaders, county health representatives and local residents.
The vibrant launch and procession took place at the North Star Alliance Salgaa Wellness Centre.
Come get vaccinated today protect yourself & your community.
Join the fight against climate change and its effects on health in Africa! We’re witnessing an increase in malaria cases and severe drought impacting nutrition. Don't miss our stakeholder consultative meeting, "Prioritizing the Climate and Health Research Agenda". Together, we will identify innovative research priorities and develop impactful solutions!
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The top photo holds great historical significance as it captures a pivotal moment in medical history. Dr. Zbigniew Religa, a renowned heart surgeon, is seen resting in the photo after completing the first successful heart transplant in Poland in 1987. This groundbreaking surgery lasted a staggering 23 hours, pushing the boundaries of medical expertise and technology at the time. Despite the immense physical and mental strain of the procedure, Dr. Religa's dedication to saving lives is evident.
Interestingly, the photo also captures a glimpse of his assistant, who can be seen sleeping in the corner. This seemingly mundane detail highlights the exhaustion and demanding nature of such a complex operation, as both the surgeon and the entire surgical team worked tirelessly to achieve this medical milestone.
The bottom photo, taken 25 years later, features Tadeusz Zitkevits, the recipient of the heart transplant. It is a testament to the success of the surgery, showing that he lived a remarkable 30 years after the procedure. Tragically, Tadeusz Zitkevits passed away in 2017, outliving Dr. Religa, who had given him a new lease on life, but succumbed to his own mortality in 2009.
Together, these photos capture the triumphs and limitations of medical science, reminding us of the dedication and sacrifice required to advance the field of transplantation and improve the lives of countless individuals facing life-threatening conditions.
@gabrieloguda As always,Sifuma has always shared hard facts that Bonny by virtue of being in government does not always agree with...though deep down he knows it's the bare truth.
Built by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, the Dangote petroleum refinery that is being commissioned today has a 435 MW power plant – more than enough to supply the requirements of 5 Nigerian states - Oyo, Ogun, Osun, Kwara and Ekiti /1
https://t.co/EmvxY1wyBq
@Pascahl_Mwicigi@BD_Africa This is ridiculous.fuel charge is more than token amount. I mean why can't we do away with electricity generated by fuel and embrace solar generated power.
This is Langata road towards Karen near Waterfront and this drain has been open for months marked with twigs - we are waiting for an accident to happen, a life to be lost needlessly and then we hurriedly repair @KURAroads @Ma3Route @@ntsa_kenya
Join the Twitter Space on Men and Mental Health tonight from 8pm to 9pm with @HisiaPsychology and a panel including yours truly.
https://t.co/40UIZtB9YF
Join @AmrefICD in collaboration with the
@EAHP_AfyaHub at the East Africa HealthCare Federation Conference on 28th Sept 2022,4pm EAT for a tweet chat session on 'the Public-Private Partnership model in strengthening Africa's Health Care Systems
#EAHFConference2022#EAHF2022Amref
It takes effort for vaccinators to reach nomadic communities & get them vaccinated against #COVID19.
@WHO & @MOH_Kenya are currently accelerating vaccination in 11 counties that have low uptake.
This is the effort in Wajir North.
#PataChanjoKaaChonjo@WHOAFRO@julienabyonga
Partnership for Health System Strengthening in Africa programme focuses on partneship with various stakeholders to accelerate development of sustainable human resources for health with key indicator of providing eLMG-HSS training.@AmrefICD@AmrefUniversity