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Health leaders commit to accelerate action against severe chronic diseases in Africa

Health leaders commit to accelerate action against severe chronic diseases in Africa

Abuja – Health leaders, policymakers and development partners across…
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Cabo Verde aposta na melhoria da qualidade de cuidados aos idosos

Cabo Verde strengthens death registration system with WHO support

 During a two-day workshop in Praia, the National Health…
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Ghana Rallies Stakeholders on Measures to prevent Non-Communicable Disease and Control

With Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) now responsible for nearly half…
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Hosting the world, championing health: Seychelles welcomes Africa’s first FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup

Hosting the world, championing health: Seychelles welcomes Africa’s first FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup

Victoria – Seychelles is hosting the first-ever FIFA Beach Soccer…
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WHO coordinates Ghana’s enrolment on the Global Platform for Access to Childhood Cancer Medicines

Every year, an estimated 1,200 children in Ghana develop cancer, yet…
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Tobacco use is the root cause of most non-communicable disease in Malawi

Malawi Assesses Its Needs for Effective Implementation of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO-FCTC)

Malawi has recognized the importance of tobacco control in national…
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Sierra Leone hosts regional study tour to showcase success in PEN-Plus implementation for NCD care

Freetown, Sierra Leone: From 3–7 February 2025, the Government of…
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WHO Supports Ghana in Developing Landmark 2023 STEPS Report to Address Non-Communicable Disease Risk Factors

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) have emerged as one of the most…
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Advancing Diabetes Care in Ghana: WHO’s Collaborative Efforts on the Path to Better Health

By Dr Joana Ansong, Team Lead for the Universal Health Coverage,…
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World Diabetes Day 2024 commemoration

Uganda Renews Commitment to Diabetes Control on World Diabetes Day

Kabale, Uganda– The World Health Organization (WHO) joined the…
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