WHO flags 30 pathogens as potential pandemic threats in Africa
The World Health Organization has identified over 30 pathogens that pose a potential threat of causing ...
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2.7m under-vaccinated children at risk of preventable diseases
Global childhood immunization coverage stagnated in 2023, resulting in 2.7 million more children being under-vaccinated compared ...
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WHO announces global surge in cholera cases
The World Health Organization has reported a surge in cholera cases across several regions worldwide, with ...
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Measles cases rose by 79% globally in 2023 – WHO
The World Health Organization on Tuesday raised concerns over the rapid spread of measles, with more ...
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New cancer cases to rise 77% by 2050 – WHO
The World Health Organization's cancer agency on Thursday warned that the number of new cancer cases ...
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First mass malaria vaccination campaign begins in Cameroon
Cameroon has launched the world's first routine vaccine program against malaria. According to the BBC, the ...
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Cape Verde free from malaria – WHO
Cape Verde has become the fourth country in Africa and the 44th in the world to ...
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Dengue infections kill 5,000 in 2023 – WHO
The World Health Organisation says more than five million dengue infections and 5,000 deaths were recorded ...
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WHO condemns abuse of antibiotics
The World Health Organization warned on Friday that if immediate measures aren't taken to ...
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Alcohol, sugary beverages kill 10.6 million yearly – WHO
The World Health Organization urged for higher taxes on alcohol and sugar-sweetened beverages as a ...
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