| Established in 2009, the African Health initiative is a continuation of the organized effort and commitment by the African Studies Program to understand health and health related issues within the African continent. The main objective of this initiative is to understand and improve the health status of African populations through a wide range of activities including research, capacity building, dialogue as well as advocacy for better health among African populations. The initiative attempts to involve faculty and graduate students from various disciplines including health sciences, medicine, communications, education, international studies, social sciences and others who are involved in research and other African health related activities. The Africa Health Initiative welcomes the participation individuals and professionals who are involved in or who intend to be involved in various health or health related issues in the African continent. | ![]() |
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