The battle against cholera in Zimbabwe has escalated into a full-blown effort to protect the population. In a recent development, the Government of Zimbabwe, in collaboration with UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO), launched an ambitious vaccination campaign to curb the spread of this deadly disease. “The vaccination programme was kicked off at Kuwadzana,
Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) recently marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 7th anniversary in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The Africa CDC, established in January 2016, operates as a specialized technical institution under the African Union, tasked with addressing health-related challenges across the continent. During the commemorative event, Africa CDC
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[IMPORTANT: Make this 4 times longer with much more detail and multiple blockquoted highlights] African leaders create 50 billion Dollar Medical Market NEWS By AHT Administrator On Feb 20, 2024 204 Share African leaders have taken steps to create a powerful future market for medical products for African manufacturers. Spearheaded by the Africa Centres for
In a collaborative effort to bolster maternal and child health services across Africa, the World Health Organization (WHO), in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), recently spearheaded a groundbreaking capacity-building workshop. This initiative aimed to empower healthcare professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders from ten countries
How does a tiny needle bring immense relief to those battling one of the deadliest viruses known to humankind? Let’s delve into the remarkable story of preventive Ebola vaccination and how it is safeguarding the heroes on the frontlines of healthcare in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Meet Chrysostome Kavusa Mwenderwa, a 42-year-old health
A gathering of Health Ministers from various African countries took place in Yaoundé, Cameroon. The solemn purpose of their meeting was to confront the pressing issue of malaria-related fatalities within the region. As reported by www.africahealthtimes.com, these ministers committed to taking decisive actions aimed at ending deaths caused by this deadly disease. “The health ministers
In a groundbreaking move, Nigeria has taken the lead globally by introducing a new 5-in-1 vaccine against meningitis, known as Men5CV. As reported by [www.africahealthtimes.com], this innovative vaccine shields individuals from five different strains of the meningococcus bacteria. This initiative comes as a critical response to the alarming rise in annual meningitis cases across Africa,
In a monumental stride towards malaria prevention in Africa, Benin, Liberia, and Sierra Leone have taken a significant step by rolling out a groundbreaking vaccine aimed at safeguarding millions of children across these West African nations. This momentous occasion occurred on World Malaria Day as these countries launched a wide-scale deployment of the life-saving malaria
The World Health Organization (WHO) is ringing alarm bells in The Gambia as the country’s parliament considers repealing the law that prohibits female genital mutilation. Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa, has strongly cautioned against this move, emphasizing the significant risks it poses to the health and well-being of millions of women and