"MTAFITI" - the monthly news and events round-up of Ifakara Health Institute - March 2024 edition is out. The main theme of the current edition is on the advancements in diagnostic tools for heart and lung diseases.

>> Read it here: Mtafiti - Ifakara News & Events Round-Up March 2024 Edition.

The editor's choice top story reports on the recent advancements in diagnostic tools that have revolutionized the detection and management of heart and lung diseases. These innovations enable earlier and more accurate diagnosis, risk stratification, and personalized treatment approaches. This edition's highlight features one of the latest diagnostic tools for these diseases.

And on the readers' top story - this one was most read in both the Ifakara website and social media platforms - researchers announce a groundbreaking development regarding the potential public health benefits of introducing the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine across sub-Saharan Africa. 

The round-up summarizes other reports, news, events, new projects and publications.

Additionally, we present perspectives from Ifakara women as they reflect on the significance of Inspiring Inclusion on International Women’s Day 2024.

>> The round-up can be accessed online here: Mtafiti - Ifakara News & Events Round-Up March 2024 Edition.