Publications by authors named "Abdulrahmon Moradeyo Akanmu"
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- - The year 2022 saw a significant rise in global state-based armed conflicts, totaling 56, with major violence in Ukraine, Myanmar, and Nigeria causing over 10,000 deaths, followed by a notable conflict between Israel and Hamas in October 2023.
- - These escalating conflicts are now at their highest level since 1946, threatening global health through physical injuries, increased infectious diseases, malnutrition, and serious mental health issues, making it harder to achieve Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
- - The paper calls for urgent strategies to address the health crisis in conflict zones, including humanitarian responses, the protection of healthcare facilities and workers, and enhancing mental health support and preparedness.
Surgical access remains a pressing public health concern in African nations, with a substantial portion of the population facing challenges in obtaining safe, timely, and affordable surgical care. This paper delves into the impact of health insurance schemes on surgical accessibility in Africa, exploring the barriers, challenges, and future directions. It highlights how high out-of-pocket costs, reliance on traditional healing practices, and inadequate surgical infrastructure hinder surgical utilization.
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