Ahmed Azab
Egypt’s shortage of doctors reaches new highs
In 2022, over 4,000 doctors in Egypt’s public health system resigned from their jobs as salaries remained low and working conditions exhausting
Better health in Egypt will not be achieved through technical improvements alone
A recent World Bank report on social protection in Egypt and North Africa focused on technical solutions for improving health indicators, failing to consider the broader political context
Vaccine rollout in North Africa and West Asia: inequities rampant as conflict-hit regions suffer
Vaccination rates remain low in West Asia and North Africa even as these regions see an increase in the number of Covid-19 cases. As the health emergency deepens, sluggish vaccination campaigns and extreme disparities within the region remain a challenge
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