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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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Angola reinforces actions to end cholera with WHO support

In a meeting held today, the Honourable Minister of Health of the…
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Minister of Health, Dr Louise M Kpoto receiving the mpox vaccine

Liberia introduces the mpox vaccine with WHO Support

Grand Cape Mount, Liberia - Since August 2024, Liberia has reported a…
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Integration at the Forefront to Enhance Catch-Up Vaccination Reach in Ethiopia

Integration at the Forefront to Enhance Catch-Up Vaccination Reach in Ethiopia

Integration has emerged as a cornerstone strategy in Ethiopia’s…
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African health experts commit to accelerate efforts to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases

African health experts commit to accelerate efforts to eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases

Lomé  – African health experts have renewed commitment to…
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Health Ministers Launch Landmark Polio Campaign to Protect 83 million Children in Lake Chad Basin

Health ministers launch landmark polio vaccination campaign to protect 83 million children in Lake Chad Basin

N’Djamena – In a renewed effort to eradicate circulating polio…
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World Health Day 2025 commemoration in Lesotho

National University of Lesotho hosts a successful multidisciplinary World Health Day commemoration promoting healthy beginnings and hopeful futures

Roma – On Tuesday April 16, 2025, the National University of Lesotho…
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How quality care is transforming maternal health in Uganda

How quality care is transforming maternal health in Uganda

For years, childbirth for many women in Uganda meant facing it alone…
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Ethiopia Reignites its Big Catch-up Program: Close to 1Million Zero Dose Children Vaccinated

Ethiopia Reignites its Big Catch-up Program: Close to 1Million Zero Dose Children Vaccinated

Ethiopia has made notable progress in its efforts to reduce the…
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New WHO report highlights progress in the fight against severe chronic diseases

New WHO report highlights progress in the fight against severe chronic diseases

Brazzaville – Twenty African countries have increased access to…
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