Thought Pieces

Africa’s health workers are leaving—can we bring them back?

The increasing migration of skilled health professionals from developing to developed countries has sparked growing concern. This movement, often referred to as “brain drain,” is driven by a combination of push factors, including low wages, poor working conditions, limited career growth, and a lack of resources, and pull factors, such as higher salaries, better work […]

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Showcasing Nigeria’s Clinical Research Strength: Pioneering the Future of African Clinical Research

Imagine a world where new treatments for malaria, HIV or any of the infectious diseases are discovered right in Nigeria —tested by local experts on local populations for global impact. This is the future Nigeria is shaping in clinical research. As Africa rises as a key player in medical innovation, Nigeria’s vast population, diverse genetic

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Addressing challenges in Nigeria’s health system using artificial intelligence

The term artificial intelligence (AI) was coined in 1956, but its applications in healthcare began in the mid-20th century. Many countries are integrating AI into their healthcare systems, utilizing it for diagnostics, treatment, and predicting patient outcomes, among other applications. In this article, we used the WHO Health System Building Blocks framework to examine the

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Transforming medicine and patient care: current uses of AI in healthcare

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming and revolutionizing the healthcare industry through innovative solutions that enhance patient care (early detection, monitoring, supporting clinical decision-making, and reducing diagnostic errors), streamline workflows, and improve clinical outcomes. This article explores the current uses of AI in healthcare systems.

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Celebrating Professor Azeez Butali

  InSiGHt Health Consulting is honored to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Professor Azeez Butali, one of our most esteemed collaborators. Professor Butali was recognized by the United States’ President Joe Biden as a recipient of the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). Professor Butali’s work exemplifies the innovation and dedication required

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Addressing Gaps in Primary Healthcare Delivery and Universal Health Coverage in Nigeria – A Path Forward with InSiGHt Health Consulting

Africa faces significant challenges in achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC), with Nigeria exemplifying the intricate web of systemic and operational gaps in primary healthcare delivery. Despite commendable strides, barriers such as inadequate infrastructure, insufficient workforce capacity, financial constraints, and systemic inefficiencies continue to undermine healthcare access and equity. InSiGHt Health Consulting (IHC) offers innovative and

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