by Gabriel Oke | Jun 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
Streptococcus pneumoniae is a leading cause of pneumonia, a type of respiratory tract infection, particularly among the elderly population, who are often immunocompromised. Pneumococcal bacteremia occurs in about 25%–30% of patients with pneumococcal pneumonia which...
by Gabriel Oke | Jun 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
Antimicrobial resistance is a serious health issue that is becoming increasingly prevalent in Ghana and the general population is increasingly becoming aware. This can be attributed to the implementation of the National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance, which...
by Gabriel Oke | Jun 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
“The immune system is critical in fighting tuberculosis but sometimes needs help. Immune-enhancing therapies offer new hope by strengthening the body’s defences against the infection.” – Susanna Brighenti Tuberculosis (TB) remains one of the...
by Gabriel Oke | Jun 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a serious global health issue that is still overlooked in many parts of the world, especialy in developping countries. However, OAZIS Health is changing that narrative in Rwanda. Since 2020, through the annual World AMR Awareness Week...
by Gabriel Oke | Jun 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
Antimicrobial Resistance is a global health threat that requires the involvement of multi-stakeholders using a one health approach. Students are key change agents in addressing AMR. It is therefore important that we create, mentor and support knowledgeable and...
