Africa CDC and WHO launch joint mpox response plan
Africa CDC and WHO have launched a joint response plan to the mpox outbreak in Africa, with a budget of US$600 million.
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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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Egypt’s Eva Pharma to manufacture Eli Lilly’s arthritis drug
Eli Lilly and Eva Pharma partner to expand access to Olumiant, a rheumatoid arthritis treatment, in Africa.
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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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Cholera cases rise in Sudan amid devastating floods
The situation in Sudan is dire as cholera cases surge and floods devastate communities.
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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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Congo leads African mpox surge, testing and vaccines needed
A surge in mpox cases in Congo has prompted Africa to seek urgent vaccine support as the WHO declares the outbreaks a global health emergency.
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WHO raises alarm over widespread lack of medical care in Sudan
Two-thirds of Sudanese people are without access to hospitals or doctors, and the UN is calling for urgent action.
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Sierra Leone psychiatrist transforms mental health care
A young doctor’s unwavering commitment to transforming Sierra Leone’s mental health landscape, from battling stigma to building a world-class psychiatric hospital.
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WHO: Lack of awareness in South Sudan fuels hepatitis
The country is battling a surge in hepatitis B and C cases, overwhelming healthcare facilities.
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