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Three African countries pilot initiative to boost cervical and breast cancer care

Three African countries pilot initiative to boost cervical and breast cancer care

An initiative to support better access to breast and cervical cancer detection, treatment and care services is being piloted in three African countries.
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polio Vaccination

Tanzania launches an intensive Polio vaccination campaign in six border regions.

Rukwa- More than 3 million children in six border regions are receiving vaccination in Tanzania against polio from 21st to 24th September 2023, followi

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Integration of HIV and SRH services yield massive results in Zimbabwe

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WHO augments its role against Gender-Based Violence (GBV)

WHO augments its role against Gender-Based Violence (GBV)

Her perpetually moist eyes radiated intense sorrow. She is reserved. She does not say much before returning to her continuous quiet.

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At its 75th anniversary, WHO honours former leaders for their contributions to public health

At its 75th anniversary, WHO honours former leaders for their contributions to public health

Since the World Health Organization (WHO) was founded in 1948, the world has faced many public health challenges that have required countries around the world to act together and in solidarity to find solutions driven by science.
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Developing human resource for health in Ghana

Developing human resource for health in Ghana

Since 2021, a strategic partnership between the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Kingdom Government through the Department of Health and Social Care (UK-DHSC) has been helping to transform Ghana’s health workforce to better contribute to the attainment of Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
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World Patient Safety Day

Commemorating World Patient Safety Day: Elevating the voice of patients

In a momentous event at the Kitwe Teaching Hospital grounds, healthcare professionals, patients and community members joined the Ministry of Health, WHO and partner organization

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Vaccination

World Patient Safety Day: Elevate the Voice of Patients

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