Over 1,200 dead as cholera grips Sudan
The outbreak has overwhelmed the already fragile healthcare system, leading to a high number of fatalities.
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Congo health officials investigate deadly disease killing 143
Authorities and WHO are investigating a deadly disease outbreak in southwest Congo that killed 143 in November.
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Legal issues stall mpox vaccine for DR Congo’s children
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s efforts to combat mpox have been hindered by delays in the delivery of Japanese-donated vaccines, primarily due to legal complexities.
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Cholera outbreak in Sudan claims over 1,180 lives
The number of people who have died from cholera in Sudan has risen to 1,180, with over 42,000 cases reported.
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Africa CDC backs Morocco’s homegrown mpox test
The Africa CDC has endorsed Morocco’s locally-produced mpox test, marking a significant step in Africa’s efforts to combat the ongoing outbreak.
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Marburg virus eradicated in Rwanda after two weeks
The country’s effective response and vaccination efforts have played a crucial role in eradicating the deadly virus.
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Mpox cases surge 545% in Africa — Africa CDC
The Africa CDC has called for increased funding to combat the crisis.
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Africa’s mpox-hit nations receive 899K vaccine doses
The global health community is working together to combat the mpox outbreak in Africa, with the WHO allocating 899,000 vaccine doses to nine affected countries.
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WHO: Mpox vaccination drive underway in Africa
Over 50,000 people have been vaccinated against mpox in the DRC and Rwanda as the disease continues to spread across Africa.
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WHO reports surge in polio Cases in Africa
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a concerning resurgence of polio in Africa, with 134 new cases detected in seven countries.
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