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Uganda steps up: Pioneering mercury-free healthcare for a safer future

Uganda steps up: Pioneering mercury-free healthcare for a safer future

At a  bustling outpatient clinic on the outskirts of…
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WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus with health ministers from Member States that co-sponsored the resolution establishing 17 November as World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day at the 78th World Health Assembly.

World Health Assembly endorses 17 November as World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day: South Africa and Nigeria lead Member States in advancing a dedicated Global Day of Action

Pretoria, South Africa/ Geneva, Switzerland Member States at the 78th…
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Ghana Strengthens Immunization Capacity for a Nationwide Training for Health Managers

Ghana, with support from WHO, Gavi, and partners, is rolling out…
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Launch of the Africa Vaccination Week in Lilongwe, Malawi

Malawi Launches National Immunization Strategy During African Vaccination Week

Lilongwe – The Government of Malawi, through the Ministry of Health,…
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Panel discussion ongoing at the Kwaluseni campus.

World Health Organization supports bushfire live dialogues at the University of Eswatini, focusing on mental health challenges

Mbabane—In the vibrant heart of the University of Eswatini, Kwaluseni…
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Uganda tests mass casualty readiness ahead of the Martyrs' day pilgrimage

Uganda tests mass casualty readiness ahead of Martyrs' day pilgrimage

As Uganda prepares to host thousands of pilgrims for the annual…
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WHO and UNICEF sign agreement to fight cholera outbreak in Angola

In a decisive effort to contain the spread of the cholera outbreak in…
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Cabo Verde is investing in improving the quality of care for the elderly

Cabo Verde is investing in improving the quality of care for the elderly

Ana Rita’s life has improved since she began attending regular…
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