Global Health Unfiltered Blog

Alice Umutoni 7/4/24 Alice Umutoni 7/4/24

Enhancing Beauty Safely: Navigating the Complexities of Plastic Surgery in Africa

In the wake of a high-profile incident involving Nigerian actress Romata Adetu, the conversation around the safety of plastic surgery in Africa has surged with urgency. The allure of cosmetic enhancement, amplified by social media’s pervasive influence, has led to a dramatic increase in procedures like the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)—a trend that is not without its risks.

Diana Nkhoma 4/26/23 Diana Nkhoma 4/26/23

Fostering African Medical Journals With Dr. Raoul Kamadjeu

Our first guest in this series is Raoul Kamadjeu, a physician, co-founder, and managing editor of the Pan African Medical Journal. He is driven in all his projects by a simple motto - Start small, but think big! He got his doctorate in Medicine in Cameroon and completed his MPH in Belgium (Université Libre de Bruxelles).

Diana Nkhoma 4/26/23 Diana Nkhoma 4/26/23

Championing Safe Maternal Surgical Care With Prof. Salome Maswime.

Championing Safe Maternal Surgical Care With Prof. Salome Maswime