Mycetoma: a neglected disease affecting thousands of people

Source: WHO (Link) Mycetoma is a slow-moving but destructive infectious disease that begins in the subcutaneous tissues and can invade the skin, deep tissues, muscle and bone. Caused by more than 70 microorganisms of bacterial or fungal origin, mycetoma thrives in tropical and subtropical…

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An Inspiring Medical Mission to Ethiopia

As part of the enduring and impactful collaboration between the Mycetoma Research Center, University of Khartoum, the Drugs for Neglected Diseases Initiative (DNDi), and the Faculty of Medicine at Arba Minch…

Kassala State Mycetoma Satellite

The Kassala State Mycetoma Satellite is an innovative initiative that showcases the effectiveness of collaborative healthcare and community engagement in tackling one of Sudan most pressing public health challenges. Established through a…

MRC at Luxor Derma Conference

At the 10th Luxor Derma Conference, held in Cairo, Egypt, from August 29th to 30th, 2024, Professor Ahmed Fahal, along with Dr. Samira Hussein and Ms. Nema Ahmed, made significant contributions to the discussions on mycetoma, a deep…

MSF Scientific Days International 2024, London

MSF Scientific Days International 2024, London, UK On May 16, a diverse group of people from within and outside Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) gathered at the British Medical Association in London. This event, an annual "conference without…