The African continent is now resolved to produce over 60% of its vaccines by 2040.

I joined my sisters and brothers at the Africa CDC Ministerial Consultation on Local Manufacturing ahead of #WHA77 .

Only with continental unity can we create a healthier, safer, fairer Africa.

UGDS CUP:

The second tournament of the second semester is rolling up! The UGDS Cup is back for the 4th edition of the University of Ghana's only debate tournament for both alumni and continuing students. 

See you on June 1st and 2nd🤝!
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#UGDebate #UGSports

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If you are having thoughts of suicide:

🔸 Remember, you are not alone. Talk to someone you trust about how you feel.
🔸 Join a support group.
🔸 Seek professional help.

#MentalHealthMatters

Type 1 diabetes is not preventable.

Type 2 diabetes is often preventable through a healthy diet, regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy body weight, and avoiding tobacco use.

Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to preventing serious complications from diabetes.

I want to share a heartwarming story about a caregiver's dedication to a child with diabetes. Despite facing challenges, the caregiver ensured the child received proper care & support, demonstrating remarkable care and responsibility.

thediabeticmogul.co.zw/2024/05/breaki…

#EndDiabetesStigma

🌟Get ready for an eye-opening journey into #diabetes care with our upcoming podcast episode! Join us on May 3rd as we dive deep into healthcare disparities & innovation. Stay tuned for insights that could change the way you think about diabetes management #GlobalDiabetesInsights

‘Because Emma lived with T1D, the man who allegedly assaulted her hasn’t been charged with manslaughter or murder because of uncertainty if it was the horrific injuries he’s been accused of inflicting or her T1D that caused her death.‘

Feel the fury. diabetogenic.blog/2024/04/26/emm…

'As someone who has experienced diabetes firsthand, it's disheartening to see that the people who need medications the most often don't have access to them. They should be the priority.' – Emmanuella Selasi, Diabetes and Adolescent Health Advocate, at the #ICPPA2024 side event

Elisa, an 8-year-old with type 1 diabetes, finds comfort in toys & games while waiting for her appointment at Nhamatanda District Hospital, a #PENPlus -implementing facility in 🇲🇿.
Inside, Dr Lindolfo monitors her blood sugar, ensuring a calm environment for effective management.

#ICPPA2024 may have ended today, but the conversations continue.

Here are some key takeaways from the discussions on Sickle Cell Disease ⬇️.

#EndingDiseaseInAfrica

Keeping the balance 🧘🏾

NEW COMIC! 'Diabetes Eye Screening'

When I went for my eye test, I was shocked they didn't use eye drops on me! I just went straight in and they took photos of my eyeballs!!

I was quite shocked! Sting-y dilated eyes are a rite of passage for diabetes eye tests! 😅

But in all

Service above self💙

In all your doings, praise the Lord always and He'll give you strength 🙌🏾❤️

Uniting voices, merging efforts, and prioritizing people: the path to defeating NCDs by 2030. Let's synergize, advocate, and implement with vigor, leaving no one behind. Our actions today pave the way for a healthier, equitable tomorrow. #NCDs #GlobalHealth #2030Goals #ICPPA2024

We're inspired by Emmanuella Selasi Hormenoo's story. She is a Diabetes & Adolescent Health advocate in Ghana who was once on the brink of death & misdiagnosed during the #COVID19 pandemic.
She shares her personal battle with type 1 diabetes at #ICPPA2024 .

#EndingDiseaseInAfrica

Room packed to its brim at Global Diabetes Compact anniversary WHO African Region indicating a strong sense of commitment & urgency to address the growing burden of diabetes

What’s stopping us to ACT? All hands on deck towards achieving targets by 2030! Make it happen 🙌
#LeaveNoOneBehind

Emmanuella Selase highlights the harsh realities: low literacy in rural areas worsens NCD management dangers, treatment costs are prohibitive, & governments must invest heavily due to the toll on people, especially in Africa's socio-economically challenged settings #HealthEquity

Very beautifully framed by a strong T1D advocate #voicesforPENPlus Emmanuella Selase from Ghana 🇬🇭
With 6 years left to achieve those 2030 #GDC targets what can be done in the interim?
✔️ Educate ✔️ Align efforts✔️ Organize
NCDI Poverty Network
NCD Alliance
Ghana NCD Alliance
#LeaveNoOneBehind