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Digital Diagnostics for African Health Systems in The Gambia

A group photo of the NIHR Global Health Research Group on Digital Diagnostics for African Health Systems with Gambian stakeholders at the conclusion of the workshop held on June 5, 2024, in Cape Point, The Gambia Credits: Muhammed Jobe, Digital Content Officer, MRCG@LSHTM

From 3-7 June 2024, the NIHR Global Health Research Group (NIHR GHRG) on Digital Diagnostics for African Health Systems convened an in-person workshop at Cape Point, The Gambia. The workshop aimed to gather insights from local stakeholders on the potential and application of portable digital diagnostics within Gambian health systems, and to enhance understanding and facilitate the integration of digital diagnostic tools to improve healthcare delivery in the region. This collaborative event was organised in partnership with the MRC Unit The Gambia at London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (MRCG@LSHTM), a key partner in the consortium.

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A shared parental leave experience from Dr. David Riglar

Dr David Riglar

For many, welcoming a child and becoming a parent can be a daunting experience. Did you know that one of the benefits that Imperial College London provides is maternity/paternity, adoption or shared parental support leave and pay? Here, Dr. David Riglar shares his experience of taking a period of leave and the benefits of doing so.

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