Addressing the shortage of research capacity in cardiovascular disease in Africa via leadership training

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) have rapidly emerged as a major cause of disease and deaths in Africa. Contrasting with the global picture of disease, CVDs affect and kill the generation of breadwinners in Africa,1–3 this in a region suffering from the most severe health workforce shortage globally. This situation may hamper the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. In the global road map to achieve a 25% reduction in CVD morbidity and mortality by the year 2025 (‘25x25’ goal) as suggested by WHO, training champions who will lead the agenda in Africa is crucial. These champions would act as catalyst to both optimise the implementation of existing policies and produce local research evidence to guide policy, practice and improve the performance of the health system.4 5 The World Heart Federation Emerging Leader (WHFEL) and the National Institute of Health...
Source: Heart Asia - Category: Cardiology Authors: Tags: Viewpoint Source Type: research