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BVGH is a results-oriented nonprofit organization dedicated to solving global health issues by forming connections between people, resources, and ideas.

06/10/2026

Managing any disease is an effort that requires multiple departments and specialized knowledge. Tomorrow (June 11), Prof. Tasleem Ras (Associate Professor, University of Cape Town) covers the integration of lung healthcare into primary care settings and the collaboration between health disciplines.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_04hkg8qkQR6q0mBvtA0EnQ

06/08/2026

Au nom de BVGH, nous avons l’honneur de vous inviter à participer à notre prochain programme de formation numérique en français intitulé : AAI 2026 – AAI Pratiques optimales dans le traitement systémique du cancer partie 2, qui sera lancé le mercredi 17 juin 2026.

Ce cycle de 7 conférences numériques est conçu pour répondre aux besoins des pharmaciens spécialisés en oncologie en Afrique francophone. Les sessions aborderont la gestion des médicaments en oncologie, la pharmacologie oncologique de base, la manipulation et l'élimination des médicaments, et bien plus encore.

Attestation de participation : Une attestation de participation sera remise aux participants ayant satisfait aux exigences du cours.

Inscrivez-vous ici : https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rN3XSeJNQv2BYII0jze4PA

Programme : Veuillez consulter le dépliant du cours ci-joint pour obtenir des informations complémentaires sur les thèmes, les dates et les horaires des sessions. Ce dépliant est également accessible via ce lien : https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cv9o9n-2zSpA6FFN9gYNbyxxMqL_BsqA/view?usp=sharing

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06/04/2026

Access to world-class medical education is critical to improving cancer outcomes in sub-Saharan Africa. As part of the BVGH-MedServe AAI Prostate Cancer Bootcamp and Clinic, BVGH organized two guest lectures by Dr. Alison Tree, Consultant Clinical Oncologist at The Royal Marsden, London, at the University of Lagos for medical students and faculty.

Dr. Tree's lectures explored the evolution of radiotherapy and prostate cancer treatment, and the importance of clinical research in informing clinical practice. University of Lagos College of Medicine Provost Prof. Ademola Ayodele Oremosu; Deputy Provost Prof. Femi Odebiyi; and Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) Deputy CMAC and Urology Head of Department Prof. Rufus Ojewola provided remarks, underscoring the University’s commitment to advancing cancer education and care in Nigeria.
By bringing leading global expertise directly into Nigerian lecture halls, University of Lagos and BVGH are helping to inspire and equip the next generation of oncology professionals.

Special thanks to our partners at MedServe, University of Lagos, Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), and Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) for making the Bootcamp and Clinic possible.

06/03/2026

Technology is advancing quickly and the possibilities for its applications in healthcare are broad. Learn about how AI can enhance the diagnosis and treatment of lung diseases tomorrow (June 4) with Mr. Aziz Ayed (Research Assistant, Massachusetts Institute of Technology).

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_04hkg8qkQR6q0mBvtA0EnQ

05/29/2026

Visit BVGH Learn to view newly released digital courses on oncology surgery and pediatric cancer treatment! These courses build on a library of educational resources developed by BVGH to address the clinical and research priorities—across cancer and infectious diseases—of our African Access Initiative (AAI) and Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) partners in low- and middle-income countries. Each lecture is customized and recorded on video by international experts who volunteer their time and knowledge. Certificates of achievement are awarded to participants who complete courses and all assignments. Courses can be taken and completed when convenient for each participant.

To access the courses, log in to BVGH Learn here: https://bvghlearn.org/

05/27/2026

Infections or inflammation can damage the lungs, leading to bronchiectasis. Join us tomorrow (May 28) to learn practical approaches to management with Dr. Tochukwu Taiwo Ayo-Olagunju (Senior Resident, The Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi-Araba).

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_04hkg8qkQR6q0mBvtA0EnQ

05/21/2026

The human body is composed of numerous tissues and systems that are each defined by their own unique characteristics and diseases. In the United States, it is common for pathologists to subspecialize – spending their days reviewing slides from a single area of the body. Yet, pathologists within public cancer hospitals in Africa are often expected to review tissues and diagnose diseases across the body.

In response to requests from AAI partner hospitals and in partnership with the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), BVGH developed a 12-session digital training course to refresh laboratory staff on the pathology of cancers common to Africa and reinforce the distinct presentations of urologic, central nervous system, head and neck, and other cancers. More than 1,500 healthcare professionals from 101 countries worldwide benefitted from the course.

This course is available on BVGH Learn here: https://bvghlearn.org/courses/aai-ascp-basic-pathology-of-common-cancers/

05/19/2026

In Nigeria, approximately 60% of cancer patients require radiotherapy as part of their care – yet access to this critical treatment has been out of reach for most patients. To ensure that hospitals’ staff are supported as they begin to use new radiotherapy machines commissioned by Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (FMOH), BVGH and MedServe launched two digital communities of practice – one for radiation oncologists and one for medical physicists. Through these communities, participants review treatment plans, troubleshoot challenges, and share best practices drawn from real-world clinical experience.

These biweekly sessions have grown into a nationwide peer-learning network, now including staff from cancer centers across Nigeria. In addition to developing schedules and coordinating cases, BVGH has recruited international experts from the United States and Estonia to join and bring additional perspectives to the conversations.

Together, the communities represent Nigeria’s dedication to building a culture of clinical collaboration that will strengthen radiotherapy delivery for patients across the country for years to come.

05/07/2026

MedServe is committed to upskilling Nigeria’s oncology workforce—including partnering with BVGH through our African Access Initiative (AAI) to strengthen multidisciplinary team (MDT) cancer care. MDTs, which bring experts from different disciplines together to review patient cases and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, are considered the gold standard for oncology care.

BVGH integrated modules on MDT setup and management into the ongoing BVGH-MedServe AAI Prostate Cancer Bootcamp and Clinic at MedServe LUTH Cancer Centre (MLCC). Together with Dr. Alison Tree—a renowned radiation oncologist engaged by BVGH—Nigerian clinicians have taken part in cross-institutional MDT meetings; reviewed patient cases; and discussed toxicity management, psychosexual health, and long-term recovery with patients.

Special thanks to our partners at MedServe, the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), MLCC, University of Lagos, and Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) for making the Bootcamp and Clinic possible.

05/06/2026

Children are susceptible to a wide range of lower respiratory tract infections, and co-morbidities can present additional problems. Learn about the management and diagnosis of pediatric infections tomorrow (May 7) with Prof. Ziyaad Dangor (Professor & Paediatric Pulmonologist, University of the Witwatersrand & Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital).

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_04hkg8qkQR6q0mBvtA0EnQ

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