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The participants appreciated the interactive nature of the training.

Critical importance of International Health Regulations reemphasized with interactive training

The International Health Regulations (IHR), the legally binding set of rules providing a framework to

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Integrating health into diplomacy to ensure the well-being of the population

On October 18, the World Health Organization (WHO) had the honor of receiving a grou

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Zimbabwe launches Health Workforce Strategy, signs Health Workforce Compact

Harare – Following cabinet’s approval, the Government of Zimbabwe has launched the Health

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Health stakeholders pose for a group photo after the opening session of the raining of trainers on the Medical Certification of Cause of Death.

Introduction to Medical Certification of Cause of Death (MCCoD) using the Eleventh Revision of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD 11) in South Sudan

South Sudan has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative in bolstering its mortality surveillance system by enhancing the capacities of health workers through training.

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Sierra Leone Amplifies Focus on Adolescent Health and Wellbeing

In a notable step toward improving adolescent health, Sierra Leone marked International Adolescent Health Week (IAHW) 7-13 October 2024 with a series

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Dr Jane Ruth Aceng, The Uganda Minister of Health, launching the report on Refugees migrants and host communities in Uganda.

New joint health system review highlights opportunities for strengthening health care services for refugees and migrant communities in Uganda.

Uganda is the largest refugee-hosting country in Africa and the fifth largest in the world.

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Polio

Third Round of Polio Vaccination Campaign Completed in Sierra Leone: Safeguarding Every Child's Future

Freetown, Sierra Leone – Th

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Senegal becomes first African country to establish Emergency Medical Team following WHO standards

Senegal becomes first African country to establish emergency medical team following WHO standards

Dakar – Senegal has become the first country in Africa to receive World Health Organization (WHO) classification for developing the capacity of its emergen

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