Guinea confirms first case of mpox amid regional surge
Guinea becomes the latest country to report a case of mpox, raising concerns about the virus’s spread in West Africa.
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WHO sounds alarm over rising cholera cases, deaths
The WHO reports a 13% increase in global cholera cases and a 71% rise in deaths compared to the previous year.
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Aspen pharmacare eyes to produce mpox vaccines
The drugmaker is in talks with potential partners to establish manufacturing capabilities.
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Africa’s mpox fight hampered by funding gap
Despite efforts to secure vaccines and mobilize resources, the continent remains far short of the estimated $245 million needed to effectively address the crisis.
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Congo delays mpox vaccine delivery amid global health crisis
The mpox vaccine shortage in Congo persists, raising concerns about the country’s ability to contain the outbreak.
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Mpox virus can be eradicated, says WHO secretary general
The mpox virus, which has seen a surge in cases in Africa, can be halted and brought under control through coordinated efforts between international agencies, national partners, civil society, researchers, and manufacturers.
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Africa battles new mpox waves amid vaccine shortage
Kenya and the Central African Republic are battling new mpox outbreaks, highlighting Africa’s vulnerability to the disease amid a shortage of vaccines.
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Zambia: Cholera outbreak tops 4,000 cases, urgent response needed
Zambia grapples with widespread cholera outbreak, over 4,000 cases reported, response efforts underway.
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Flood-stricken Somalia faces disease crisis
The Somali district of Dolow is facing a double crisis: a disease outbreak and the ongoing aftermath of devastating floods.
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Mysterious disease hits Uganda, kills 12 in Kyotera
Mr Emax Kintu, the district health educator, stated that the disease was investigated by the Masaka regional health team, World Health Organisation (WHO), and other health teams.
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