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Ms. Leticia Rweyemamu receiving an award of appreciation to WHO's support

Marking Non Communicable Diseases Week in Tanzania

Mwanza - Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) kill 41 million people each year, equivalent to 74% of all deaths globally.

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WHO partners Anambra State to  launch cervical cancer screening and treatment project

Awka, 11 November, 2022 - In line with the theme of the 2022 International Cancer Week,  Anambra State, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO

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WHO Team handing over medical and other essential supplies to IDPs at Agualeri, Anambra East.

WHO donates drugs and medical supplies,  supports flood response in Anambra State

Awka, 10 November, 2022 - The World Health Organization (WHO) has donated emergency medical supplies to the government and people of Anambra State in response t

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In Benin, a new lease on life against COVID-19

In Benin, a new lease on life against COVID-19

Jonas, 43, a professional driver, was no stranger to long journeys and travel difficulties. But one particular trip in February 2022 will remain unforgettable.
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WHO Zambia’s National Capacity for Emergency Preparedness, Response, Recovery and Health Surveillance Systems Project gets €500,000 Irish Funding

WHO Zambia’s National Capacity for Emergency Preparedness, Response, Recovery and Health Surveillance Systems Project gets €500,000 Irish Funding

600 health workers to be trained in IDSR, national weekly surveillance reporting expected to improve to over 70 percent…

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A mother recieving the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine_

Imo leaves no stone unturned, takes  COVID-19 vaccination to the last mile 

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Hands on practical session during the training

WHO supports training on Ebola readiness for frontline responders

Dar es Salaam: The Ministry of Health with technical and financial support from the World Health Organization is rolling out series

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One of the technicians takes the guest through the oxygen production process

I THEN REALISED THAT TO BREATHE FREELY IS A LUXURY- LIBERIA COMMISSIONS ANOTHER OXYGEN PLANT IN BOMI COUNTY

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