Lusaka, November 27 (Prensa Latina) Reflecting on lessons learned from health and science and charting a path towards more resilient health systems will be the focus of the annual international conference on public health in Africa, starting here today.
For the first time, the event will take place in person, after two previous virtual editions in 2021 in this capital and in 2022 in Rwanda.
This is organized by the African Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the Zambian Ministry of Health.
Leaders from across the continent will participate in the conclave through November 30 under the theme “Breaking Barriers: Repositioning Africa in the Global Health Architecture,” scheduled in nine plenary sessions and several parallel events.
Topics to be discussed include pandemic preparedness and resilient financing mechanisms for Africa, promoting local production of vaccines, diagnostics and therapies, strengthened and equitable health systems, and access to adequate healthcare for girls and women.
Likewise, health emergencies, biosecurity, climate change and multisectoral response mechanisms, digital innovation, mental health, the fight against infectious diseases, neglected tropical diseases and antimicrobial resistance on the continent.
According to Africa CDC, building on last year’s calls, the conference will demonstrate how the continent is breaking down barriers and reaffirming itself as a force in science and innovation, a generator of new knowledge and health products, and an example of progress.
As African countries accelerate the implementation of a new public health order, this appointment helps build a healthier and more prosperous Africa for the continent and the world, the release said.
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