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In a significant move aimed at bolstering the nation's fight against malaria and curbing the associated morbidity and mortality rates, the Minister of Public Health, Dr. MANAOUDA Malachie, has announced the inclusion of a malaria vaccine in the Expanded Programme on Immunization in Cameroon.

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A team of surgeons led by Drs Kombou and Mebouinz at Laquintinie Hospital in Douala achieved a significant milestone on January 3, 2023. The successful installation of a Total Prosthesis of the Hip (PTH) on a patient showcases the hospital's commitment to advanced medical techniques and the well-being of its patients.

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In a heartwarming initiative, six women who have successfully overcome the challenges of obstetric fistula have been granted livelihood support, paving the way for them to rebuild their lives and regain dignity in their communities through economic empowerment.

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A heart-wrenching tragedy has befallen the Bafoussam Regional Hospital, culminating in the loss of a woman following a cesarean delivery. Emerging reports and eyewitness accounts point accusatory fingers at healthcare personnel deemed disdainful and inhumane, raising serious concerns about patient treatment within this medical institution.

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Lusaka is set to be the hub of crucial discussions and strategic planning as the 3rd International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) unfolds from November 27 to November 30, 2023. This annual event provides a distinctive African-led platform for leaders across the continent to reflect on lessons learned in health and science, fostering collaboration towards more resilient health systems.

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In a significant step towards enhancing emergency medical care in Cameroon, South Korea has committed CFA8.5 billion for the expansion of the Yaoundé Emergency Center (Cury). The official agreement, signed on Tuesday, November 28, in Yaoundé, solidifies the partnership between Alamine Ousmane Mey, Minister of Economy, Planning, and Spatial Planning (Minepat), and the Country Director of the Korea International Cooperation Agency (Koica).

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Meet Your Coach Dr. Joyce Akwe ... With a master's in public health and a medical doctor specialized in internal medicine with a focus on hospital medicine.

Dr. Joyce Akwe is the Chief of Hospital Medicine at the Atlanta VA Health Care System (Atlanta VAHCS), an Associate Professor of Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine and an Adjunct Faculty with Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta GA.

After Medical school Dr. Akwe worked for the World Health Organization and then decided to go back to clinical medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency and chief resident year at Morehouse School of Medicine. After that, she joined the Atlanta Veterans VAHCS Hospital Medicine team and has been caring for our nation’s Veterans since then.

Dr. Akwe has built her career in service and leadership at the Atlanta VA HealthCare System, but her influence has extended beyond your work at the Atlanta VA, Emory University, and Morehouse School of Medicine. She has mentored multiple young physicians and continuous to do so. She has previously been recognized by the Chapter for her community service (2010), teaching (as recipient of the 2014 J Willis Hurst Outstanding Bedside Teaching Award), and for your inspirational leadership to younger physicians (as recipient of the 2018 Mark Silverman Award). The Walter J. Moore Leadership Award is another laudable milestone in your car

Dr. Akwe teaches medical students, interns and residents. She particularly enjoys bedside teaching and Quality improvement in Health care which is aimed at improving patient care. Dr. Akwe received the distinguished physician award from Emory University School of medicine and the Nanette Wenger Award for leadership. She has published multiple papers on health care topics.