Better Healthcare for Africa

Better Healthcare for Africa

Alleviating suffering due to disease by supporting prevention and education efforts, improving maternal health and helping hospitals in Zimbabwe meet urgent needs.

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Category: Category: News

Women’s Vulnerability to HIV Infection: A Possible New Contributor

6 June 2014
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 |  HIV/AIDS, News

According to the World Health Organization and UNAIDS, women in sub-Saharan Africa account for nearly 60 percent of all […]

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An African Solution to a Surgeon Shortage

8 August 2012
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 |  News

This New York Time article describes the use of “task shifting” in Zambia and other African countries to make […]

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In Honor of Dr. Elizabeth Tarira, 1951-2012

26 July 2012
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 |  Associazione Sanitaria Internazionale, Cancer, News

On the morning of July 23, Dr. Elizabeth Tarira, director of St. Albert’s Mission Hospital, died after a lengthy […]

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St. Albert’s Mission Hospital – Update Dec. 2011

17 December 2011
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 |  Dr. Elizabeth Tarira, News

Dr Elizabeth Tarira sent the following message earlier this week from Rome, where she has been for a number […]

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Autoclave purchased for Muvonde Mission Hospital

8 November 2011
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 |  Activities, News

Better Healthcare for Africa (BHA) has purchased a large autoclavethat has been desperately needed by Muvonde Hospital (also called […]

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A Container of Medical Supplies for St. Albert’s

21 September 2011
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 |  Activities, News

In early July, the 590’ cargo ship Maersky Visby left Baltimore’s Seagirt Terminal carrying a 40-foot container destined for St. […]

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The Story of the Pediatric Wheelchairs

11 June 2011
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 |  Activities, News

Occasionally we are in the right place at the right time with the right people. This time, that place […]

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Report finds critical shortage of midwives in Zimbabwe

19 May 2011
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 |  News

The number of midwives in Zimbabwe’s public sector is down by 80 percent, making it difficult for pregnant woman […]

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World Malaria Day is Monday, April 25th

19 April 2011
 |  1 Comment
 |  News

Malaria infects about 500 million people yearly, and 1 million are killed by it. SubSaharan Africa is hardest hit. The World Health […]

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St. Albert’s Mission Hospital Requests Help Purchasing Midwifery Teaching Aids

22 December 2010
 |  4 Comments
 |  Activities, Dr. Elizabeth Tarira, News

St. Albert’s Mission Hospital director Dr. Elizabeth Tarira has requested help obtaining teaching aids for a new midwifery training […]

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Protect against COVID-19

“Most people who become infected experience mild illness and recover, but it can be more severe for others.” The World Health Organization.

  • * Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or with an alcohol-based hand rub. This can kill the virus.
  • * Maintain at least 2 metres (6 feet) distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
  • * Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth to prevent the virus from entering your body.Cough or sneeze into your bent elbow or tissue.
  • * Dispose of the tissue immediately and safely.
  • If you have a cough, fever or difficulty breathing, seek medical help early.
  • Wipe down tables, counters and surfaces with a disinfectant. See the COVID-19 Learning Center page to make a disinfectant using household bleach.
  • Avoid non-essential travel.

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Most recent blog posts

  • 40-foot container of medical supplies arrives at St. Albert’s
  • 2022 Update: BHA’s work in Zimbabwe
  • Dr. Musariri: To our “friends in the background”
  • BHA Brightens Christmas for Children in the St. Albert’s Community
  • COVID-19 in Zimbabwe
About Better Healthcare for Africa

Better Healthcare for Africa (BHA) is a secular, non-political, charitable organization working to improve healthcare in Africa with a focus on reducing suffering from cancer, improving maternal health and helping hospitals meet critical needs. Efforts supported by BHA include practical and effective cervical cancer screening, the use of breast examination, HIV awareness, and cancer education for healthcare professionals and communities.

Latest News
40-foot container of medical supplies arrives at St. Albert’s
2022 Update: BHA’s work in Zimbabwe
Dr. Musariri: To our “friends in the background”
BHA Brightens Christmas for Children in the St. Albert’s Community
COVID-19 in Zimbabwe
Update: The container for St. Albert’s and Karanda and other critical needs
A donation to BHA to feed the hungry
Contact BHA

Better Health Care for Africa P.O Box 361132 Columbus, OH 43236

Phone: 614-560-0848

Email: info@betterhealthcareforafrica.org
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