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Angola strengthens cervical cancer prevention with network of health influencers

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Religious leaders, health authorities, and WHO meet to validate Minimum WASH and health Standards for Religious institutions

Religious leaders, health authorities, and WHO meet to validate minimum WASH and health Standards for Religious institutions

Over 60 participants, including representatives from the Amhara…
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Healthcare worker administering oral cholera vaccine in Renk, South Sudan.

Managing an explosive Cholera Outbreak in South Sudan

One year ago, on 28 October 2024, South Sudan declared a cholera…
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Launch of the hepatitis community of practice marks a new chapter in africa’s fight against viral hepatitis

In a pivotal moment for public health in Africa, the Hepatitis…
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WHO staff administering oral cholera vaccine in Bentiu, Unity State - South Sudan

Managing an Explosive outbreak of Cholera caused by multiple importations: One-Year experiences and lessons learnt

Op-Ed By Dr Humphrey Karamagi, WHO Representative for South Sudan
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Zambia launches Malaria vaccine

Zambia launches malaria vaccine to protect over half a million children

Lusaka – The Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the…
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Garissa health workers trained on WHO global competency standards to strengthen care for refugees and migrants

Garissa County—Twenty-five frontline health workers from Garissa…
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Figure 1Market sensitisation on mpox for prevention, behvaioural change and early health seeking -

Nigeria reviews mpox guidelines and boosts community awareness to reduce transmission.

Abuja, Nigeria is taking significant steps to strengthen its national…
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