Public Health Advocacy Initiative

06/07/2025

is observed annually on this day to shed light on diseases that originate in animals that can be transmitted to humans and/ vice-versa.

Over 60% of all existing infectious diseases are zoonotic and atleast 70% of emerging diseases are of animal origin.

Examples of zoonotic diseases include , , , , , , etc).

06/11/2024

Increase your recognition in the scientific world with short video-casts

03/11/2024

Today is , a day to recognize the urgent need for integrated solutions to the interconnected health challenges facing our world. A One Health approach recognizes that human health is closely linked to the health of animals and our shared environment.

To learn more about the One Health concept and approach, tune in to our One World, One Health podcast with economist Dr. Sabine Franklin.

Listen as Dr. Franklin talks about her research on the aftermath of an Ebola outbreak in west Africa and how the One Health approach can help us handle future epidemics & pandemics.

Tune in here: https://onehealthtrust.org/news-media/podcasts/one-health-is-a-big-ask-but-it-can-save-us/

03/11/2024

DIABETES AWARENESS

Join us in spreading the word about the upcoming Diabetes Awareness Check-Up Clinic at Arthur Davison Children's Hospital - ADCH in Ndola.

This free event for children under 15 offers essential services like eye check-ups, nutritional guidance, and psychosocial care.

Investing in children's health today ensures strong leaders for tomorrow.

🥳 Spread the word and help make a difference!

03/11/2024

𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗭𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮: 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀, 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲

At PHAI, we value stories that reveal the realities of public health work and inspire informed action. Ever wondered what a day in the life of a Biomedical Scientist looks like?

This insightful blog on SelectScience features Edgar Muchinta, a Biomedical Scientist at the National Heart Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia. He shares his daily responsibilities, challenges, and how technology is transforming patient care. Discover the dedication it takes to keep healthcare running smoothly amidst resource constraints and how innovation is making a difference.

Read the full article on SelectScience👇

In this guest blog, Edgar Muchinta describes his role as a Biomedical Scientist working for the National Heart Hospital, Laboratory Department, Lusaka, Zambia. Learn more about his daily responsibilities and challenges to ensure continuity of patient care and operational efficiency.

29/10/2024

Recognize. React. Recover.

Share And Save Life!

29/10/2024

Share to save Lives.

28/10/2024

Recognize. React. Recover.

15/08/2024

Monkeypox on the rise again!🐒

Is the Monkeypox outbreak testing whether the world has learned anything from the COVID-19 pandemic?

Already, more than 80 cases have been confirmed in at least 12 countries, namely; UK, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Italy and Sweden, US, Canada and Australia.

28/03/2024

The fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) demands inclusive policy solutions. We can only achieve this by understanding the complex links between climate change, caste discrimination, and gender inequality. Studies show that marginalized communities, especially women and lower castes in low-and-middle-income countries such as India, are hit hardest by AMR. This underscores the urgency of addressing societal inequities in healthcare access and antibiotic usage.

09/03/2024

𝐀 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞

📌Behind every healthy community lies a symbiotic bond between humans, animals, and the environment🌱🐄

📌Embracing the principles of , we advocate for the well-being of all beings, ensuring that the health of our livestock reflects the health of our planet.

📌Together, let's nurture harmony between animals and humans for a healthier future.

30/01/2024

DYK?

Lung cancer can be caused by risk factors other than smoking ci******es, pipes, or ci**rs. Examples include exposure to other people’s smoke (often called secondhand smoke), air pollution, a family history of lung cancer, and asbestos.

In the United States, about 20,000 to 40,000 people are diagnosed with lung cancer every year. And these are people who never smoked or smoked fewer than 100 ci******es in their lifetime.