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- SundayNews
- August 14, 2024
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Tanzania – Advancing Frontline Health: Improving Early Detection and Management of Malaria, Diarrhea, and Pneumonia
In alignment with the National Malaria Strategic Plan (2021-2025), which emphasizes the urgent need for timely diagnosis and treatment of malaria, the Kigoma region is making significant strides in improving…
- SundayNews
- August 14, 2024
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Sudan: Last hospital in El Fasher risks closure during intensive bombardment of the city
Multiple attacks on the city of El Fasher have taken place over the last week, resulting in a rise of wounded people arriving at the MSF-supported Saudi hospital; The hospital…
- SundayNews
- August 14, 2024
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European Commission coordinates procurement and donation of 215 000 vaccine doses from Bavarian Nordic to support Africa CDC in addressing the Mpox outbreak in Africa
The European Commission’s Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority, HERA, will procure and donate 175 420 doses of the MVA-BN® vaccine, the only FDA and EMA-approved mpox vaccine, as an…
- SundayNews
- August 14, 2024
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Media Statement: Basic Education Committee Chairperson Shocked by Death of Learners
The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education, Ms Joy Maimela, has noted with shock the death of several learners in Gauteng yesterday. She said: “This is indeed incredibly…
- SundayNews
- August 14, 2024
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Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) Declares Mpox A Public Health Emergency of Continental Security, Mobilizing Resources Across the Continent
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially declared the ongoing Mpox outbreak a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHECS), marking the first such declaration…
- SundayNews
- August 14, 2024
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Mpox is still being transmitted across the world, says UN health agency
In an update, the WHO said that an outbreak of mpox was declared in Burundi on 25 July, at around the same time that Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda also confirmed their…
- SundayNews
- August 13, 2024
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Uganda Strengthens Emergency Response with AVoHC-SURGE Training
Over the years, Uganda has successfully responded to public health emergencies including Ebola, COVID-19, measles, anthrax, and others. This has been partly attributed to strong leadership and early rapid execution…
- SundayNews
- August 13, 2024
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World Health Organization (WHO) Donates 65 Beds and Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Supplies to Strengthen Tanzaniaâs Ongoing Cholera Outbreak Response
The World Health Organization (WHO) has handed over 65 beds together with Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) supplies to the Government of Tanzania to strengthen the country’s ongoing response to…
- SundayNews
- August 13, 2024
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President Ramaphosa to Officiate Signing of the Second Presidential Health Compact
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday, 15 August 2024, preside over the signing of the second Presidential Health Compact at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The second compact follows the…
- SundayNews
- August 13, 2024
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Women living with disabilities at the forefront of preventing and countering violent extremism in Uganda
Mbambu Juliet is a force to be reckoned with. With walking crutches to support her movement, Juliet is leading a charge against violence and inequality in her community. As the…