Sierra Leone health workers respond to mpox surge
The surge in mpox cases in Sierra Leone prompts increased screening, vaccination, and treatment responses from health teams.
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Meningitis outbreak in Nigeria claims over 150 lives
Nigerian health authorities are struggling to contain a widespread meningitis outbreak, particularly affecting children in northern regions.
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South Sudan reports 334 deaths due to ongoing cholera outbreak
The cholera outbreak in South Sudan has led to 334 deaths, with over 19,000 reported cases, as the epidemic spreads across seven states.
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Mpox vaccination program begins in Nigeria after delay
Nigeria has commenced a delayed mpox vaccination program, prioritizing healthcare workers and immunocompromised individuals in Abuja and select states.
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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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Africa CDC warns of rising mpox deaths
Mpox cases continue to increase in Africa, with Ghana and Zambia reporting new outbreaks.
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Rwanda launches vaccination drive to combat Marburg virus
East Africa is facing a Marburg virus crisis, with Rwanda leading the charge in vaccination efforts to contain the outbreak and save lives.
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Cholera outbreak hits northeastern Nigeria amid flooding
The devastating impact of floods in northeastern Nigeria has been compounded by a cholera outbreak, posing a serious public health threat to the region.
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Congo tackles mpox with vaccination campaign
Congo has launched its first mpox vaccination campaign to address a growing outbreak in the country and limit its spread to other African nations.
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Africa CDC warns mpox epidemic ‘not under control’: 800 deaths
The mpox epidemic in Africa continues to worsen, with over 800 deaths reported and over 34,000 cases recorded.
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