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The human papillomavirus (HPV) single-dose schedule elevated the total number of vaccinated girls in Ethiopia to over 13 million

The human papillomavirus (HPV) single-dose schedule elevated the total number of vaccinated girls in Ethiopia to over 13 million

The Ministry of Health of Ethiopia in its effort to prevent cervical cancer and ensure a healthier population conducted the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign natio

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Ethiopia intensifies technical capacity for the deployment of the electronic-surveillance (eSURV) Companion App

Ethiopia intensifies technical capacity for the deployment of the electronic-surveillance (eSURV) Companion App

The Ethiopian Public Health Institute with support from World Health Organization (WHO) conducted a national training of trainers on the electronic surveillance (eSURV) Companio

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WHO support for Tanzania’s response to suspected Marburg virus disease outbreak

WHO support for Tanzania’s response to suspected Marburg virus disease outbreak

Brazzaville – Following reports of suspected cases of viral haemorrhagic fever in Tanzania, World Health Organization (WHO) has enhanced its readiness to support the government as it takes measures to investigate and respond swiftly to the situation.
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Dr. Innocent Nuwagira, WHO Lesotho Representative presents his credentials

New World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to Lesotho presents credentials

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Cholera Outbreak in Angola: Strengthening Response Capacity and Promoting Community Resilience

Cholera Outbreak in Angola: Strengthening Response Capacity and Promoting Community Resilience

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A resident seeing a mental health professional

Addressing Mental Health Challenges for Akosombo Dam Flood Victims

In October 2023, the spillage of the Akosombo Dam caused catastrophic flooding in some districts of

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WHO Participates in High-Level Meeting on Cholera Outbreak in Angola

WHO Participates in High-Level Meeting on Cholera Outbreak in Angola

Luanda - On 11 January 2025, WHO took part in a high-level meeting convened by the Minister of Health at the General Hospital of Cacuaco to address Angola’s cholera.

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Honorable Minister of Health, Republic of South Sudan, Yolanda Awel Deng, administering oral cholera vaccine at Primary Health Care center in Rubkona

Cholera vaccination campaign commences in Rubkona as part of efforts to address and control the ongoing outbreak.

A campaign aimed at vaccinating over 300 000 people against cholera has commenced in the hotspot county of Rubkona, Unity State in a vital step to curb the ongoing outbreak, bri

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