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In 2023, the Volta region reported 778 new HIV infections, 4.4% of Ghana’s total. The regional adult prevalence rate is 1.35%, with significant rates among key populations. Initiatives for prevention, …
HIV Infections Surge in Ghana’s Volta Region: A Call for Action Read More
Dr. Chinonso Egemba, known as Aproko Doctor, inaccurately stated that Nigeria has the second-highest number of people living with HIV. Current data places Nigeria fourth in HIV cases, with 2 …
Fact-Checking Claims on Nigeria’s HIV Statistics by Healthcare Influencer Read More
Mozambique records around 9,300 annual deaths from tobacco-related diseases, which is 3.5% of all deaths. Tobacco consumption leads to significant economic losses, totaling 11.7 billion meticais. Urgent implementation of tobacco …
Mozambique Faces Urgent Call to Combat Tobacco-Related Deaths and Economic Losses Read More
M-KOPA and Turaco have insured over 1 million Kenyans with embedded Hospital Cash coverage as part of the “More Than a Phone” initiative, significantly improving access to financial security in …
M-KOPA and Turaco Provide Health Coverage to 1 Million Kenyans in One Year Read More
Scientists have found that the oral antiviral drug Obildesivir can completely protect monkeys from Ebola virus, addressing a critical need for effective treatments. With Ebola’s high mortality rate, particularly in …
Oral Antiviral Drug Obildesivir Proves 100% Effective Against Ebola in Monkeys Read More
Kenya is at risk of losing Sh8.3 billion for undelivered Covid-19 vaccines, as revealed by an audit report. The Ministry of Health paid for vaccines that were not shipped, with …
Kenya Faces Potential Sh8.3 Billion Loss Due to Undelivered Covid-19 Vaccines Read More
Uruguay’s Health Ministry has launched its 2025 vaccination campaign targeting influenza, measles, and RSV. The initiative aims to protect vulnerable populations, maintain high vaccination coverage, and improve public health access …
Uruguay’s Public Health Ministry Initiates 2025 Vaccination Campaign Read More
A new bat coronavirus similar to Mers-CoV has been discovered in Brazil. Researchers are uncertain about its risk to humans and plan further experiments in Hong Kong. The findings underscore …
New Bat Coronavirus Discovered in Brazil: Implications and Risks Uncertain Read More
The NCDC reported 1,319 deaths from diphtheria in Nigeria, citing over 42,000 suspected cases. With significant challenges like low vaccination rates and testing capability, health officials warn of worsening conditions. …
NCDC Reports 1,319 Diphtheria Deaths Amid Persistent Vaccination Gaps in Nigeria Read More
Guyana has launched a universal healthcare voucher program, providing every citizen with a $10,000 healthcare voucher to improve early diagnoses and life expectancy. The initiative includes substantial discounts on medical …
Guyana Launches Universal Healthcare Voucher Program for Citizens Read More