Dr. Muhammed Abduaziz
Gambiahealth professionalMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Dr. Muhammed Abduaziz is the head of the Division of Diseases Control and Prevention at the Africa CDC. He is a prominent advocate for addressing the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Africa, particularly emphasizing the importance of mental health as a public health priority rather than merely a clinical issue. Dr. Abduaziz has been vocal about the need for modern mental health legislation across African countries, highlighting that a significant number lack updated laws that protect the rights of individuals with mental health conditions.
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Dr. Muhammed Abduaziz, head of Division, Diseases Control and Prevention at Africa CDC, explained that the burden of Non-Communicable Diseases including mental health condition is rapidly growing in Africa.
Gambia moves to replace colonial-era Mental Health LawGambia· 2026-07-27
