The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has launched Africa’s first-ever vehicle emissions testing project in Kampala, Uganda, marking a significant step towards cleaner air in one of the continent’s fastest-growing …
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The U.N. health agency on Monday launched a six-month plan to help halt outbreaks of mpox transmission. The plan includes ramping up staffing in affected countries and boosting surveillance, prevention …
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A World Health Organization (WHO) official emphasized on Tuesday that mpox, whether it’s the new or old strain, is not comparable to COVID-19, as authorities know how to control its …
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The World Health Organization (WHO) is supporting African countries to scale up response to curb mpox, which is now an international global health emergency. The outbreak that affected the Democratic …
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO) 2024 Global Hepatitis Report, the number of lives lost due to viral hepatitis is increasing. The disease is the second leading infectious cause of …
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The World Health Organization’s (WHO) 2023 World Malaria Report revealed a concerning surge in malaria cases, marking an increase from 223 million to 249 million cases within three years. Various …
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An outbreak of anthrax in southern Uganda’s Kyotera district claimed the lives of at least 17 individuals during November, confirmed by Dr. Edward Muwanga, the district’s health officer. The Bacillus …
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West African Nations Grapple with Severe Diphtheria Outbreaks, Prioritizing Vaccination Efforts.
Several West African countries are tackling significant diphtheria outbreaks, notably in Nigeria, where health authorities have initiated mass vaccination campaigns to address substantial immunity gaps against the disease. In Nigeria, …
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has given its approval to a second malaria vaccine, potentially providing countries with a more affordable and accessible option compared to the first malaria vaccine. …
