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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Tag: global health

Cancer in Zimbabwe: Elizabeth’s breast cancer returns; she asks for your spiritual support

23 June 2011
 |  5 Comments
 |  Cancer, Dr. Elizabeth Tarira, Life in Zimbabwe

Rome 21st June 2011 Dearest Friends, God has always good plans for each and every one of us.  Greetings […]

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The Story of the Pediatric Wheelchairs

11 June 2011
 |  No Comments
 |  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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Cancer in Zimbabwe: Can we ease the suffering?

8 May 2011
 |  2 Comments
 |  Cancer

The 9 March 2011 post about cancer care in Zimbabwe has led to a series of interesting comments, many […]

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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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March 9 — Cancer Care in Zimbabwe

10 March 2011
 |  26 Comments
 |  Cancer, Visits to the hospital

I’ve paid extra attention to the subject of cancer care during this visit to Zimbabwe. Economic conditions have improved […]

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From Abby: Difficult News

15 February 2011
 |  2 Comments
 |  Uncategorized

I have some sad news to share…after much deliberation and talking back and forth with Dr. Tarira, we have […]

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Former St. Albert’s Volunteer Helping Zimbabweans in Botswana

11 December 2010
 |  No Comments
 |  News, What they're doing today

Dr. Jon Silverman, who spent the summer of 2007 as a volunteer at St. Albert’s, is now working at […]

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St. Albert’s Hospital – Update from Elizabeth – Dec. 2010 – Zimbabwe

7 December 2010
 |  No Comments
 |  Dr. Elizabeth Tarira

Dear friends, After the appeal in July 2010, am happy to give you all the feedback. I would like […]

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Former St. Albert’s Volunteer to work with Navajo Nation Hospitals

1 September 2009
 |  No Comments
 |  What they're doing today

Tim Harris volunteered at St. Albert’s during Christmas break 2006 after learning about the hospital through a presentation I gave […]

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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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