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Strengthening Namibia’s Healthcare: A Collaborative Approach to Quality Measurement

In a concerted effort to enhance the quality of healthcare services in Namibia, the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS), supported by the World Health Organization (W

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Minsa Bakimenze displays Leprosy sore on her hands

Transforming the Life of Leprosy Patients in Uganda

Uganda eliminated leprosy as a public health problem in 1994, a result of combined efforts by health authorities in the country.

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WHO Experts with Angolans MPs

WHO Experts Engaged with Angolan Parliamentarians in an Advocacy Session on Major Endemics

Experts from the World Health Organization in Angola conducted a high-level advocacy session for members of the 6th Commission of the National Assembly of Ango

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Wash hands

How effective community engagement is saving lives in Tanzania during cholera outbreak.

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WHO Africa releases groundbreaking guidance to boost fight against sickle cell disease

WHO Africa releases groundbreaking guidance to boost fight against sickle cell disease

Brazzaville – World Health Organization (WHO) in the African Region today released groundbreaking new guidance to help strengthen eff

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Community action

WHO and AIRA enhance the capacities of RCCE/Health Promotion actors in Tanzania on infodemic management.

Dar es Salaam - Effective management of infodemics help reduce its impact on the global as well as

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In flooded areas in South Sudan, WHO personnel use canoes to provide much-needed healthcare services.

Amidst the floods, WHO supports the Ministry of Health in building resilience and saving lives: Lessons from Jonglei State of South Sudan

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WHO Rep to Zimbabwe Dr Tiruneh with Dr Midzi and Ms Marowa

Twenty years of Saving Lives - Zimbabwe Celebrates World Blood Donor Day with a Call to Action

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