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Non-communicable diseases (hypertension, diabetes, cancer)

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) — including hypertension, diabetes and cancer — are rising across Africa. Healthy Africa provides evidence-based prevention, early detection, and practical management tips, plus culturally relevant lifestyle guidance, screening checklists, treatment pathways, and patient resources to help families and clinicians effectively reduce NCD risk and improve long-term outcomes.

Understanding a Heart Attack: What Happens and How to Act
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Understanding a Heart Attack: What Happens and How to Act

A heart attack is known in the medical world as an acute myocardial infarction. It is … Understanding a Heart Attack: What Happens and How to ActRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•January 12, 2026January 13, 2026
Where can you access affordable dialysis in Nigeria for kidney diseases treatment?
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Where can you access affordable dialysis in Nigeria for kidney diseases treatment?

I know that heavy feeling you carry every time you step into a hospital corridor; it … Where can you access affordable dialysis in Nigeria for kidney diseases treatment?Read more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•December 27, 2025December 27, 2025
Breast Cancer in Africa: Learn how to detect it early
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Breast Cancer in Africa: Learn how to detect it early

Breast cancer has emerged as the most common malignancy and the leading cause of cancer-related death … Breast Cancer in Africa: Learn how to detect it earlyRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•December 4, 2025December 14, 2025
Understanding Stroke in Africa, and How to Prevent Them
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Understanding Stroke in Africa, and How to Prevent Them

What Is a Stroke A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain … Understanding Stroke in Africa, and How to Prevent ThemRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•November 28, 2025December 14, 2025
How to Achieve a Balanced Diet in Africa
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How to Achieve a Balanced Diet in Africa

A balanced diet is the foundation of good health and nowhere is that more vital than … How to Achieve a Balanced Diet in AfricaRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•November 23, 2025December 14, 2025
Living with Diabetes Mellitus in Africa
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Living with Diabetes Mellitus in Africa

Diabetes mellitus is rapidly becoming one of the most pressing non-communicable disease issues in Africa. With … Living with Diabetes Mellitus in AfricaRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•November 18, 2025December 14, 2025
Understanding Diabetes Mellitus
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Understanding Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder marked by elevated blood glucose (or blood sugar) levels arising … Understanding Diabetes MellitusRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•November 17, 2025December 14, 2025
Colon Cancer in Africa, a rising public health challenge
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Colon Cancer in Africa, a rising public health challenge

Colon cancer, also often included under the umbrella term colorectal cancer (CRC), refers to malignant tumours … Colon Cancer in Africa, a rising public health challengeRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•November 11, 2025December 14, 2025
Cervical Cancer in Africa poses a health challenge
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Cervical Cancer in Africa poses a health challenge

Do you know that Cervical cancer continues to pose a heavy burden across the African continent? … Cervical Cancer in Africa poses a health challengeRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•November 8, 2025December 14, 2025
WHO Donates Life-Saving Medical Equipment to Uganda to Fight Diabetes and Hypertension
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WHO Donates Life-Saving Medical Equipment to Uganda to Fight Diabetes and Hypertension

In Uganda, where diabetes and high blood pressure (hypertension) continue to rise, many rural health centers … WHO Donates Life-Saving Medical Equipment to Uganda to Fight Diabetes and HypertensionRead more

by Dr. Chimaobi Felix•October 31, 2025December 14, 2025

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