Health challenges in Africa and the way forward
2008
Health Challenges in Africa and the Way Forward
Editorial
Author Information
Author(s): Kirigia Joses Muthuri, Barry Saidou Pathe
Primary Institution: World Health Organization Regional Office for Africa
Conclusion
Health systems in Africa are too weak to efficiently deliver available public health interventions to those in need.
Supporting Evidence
- 10.9 million deaths in Africa in 2005 were due to various diseases.
- 50% of the population in the region lack access to essential medicines.
- 47% of the population have no access to quality health services.
Takeaway
Africa has many health problems, but the systems to help people are not strong enough. We need to work together to fix this.
Limitations
The implementation of proposed health system improvements may be hindered by corruption and lack of investment.
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