Tag: WHO

Mr Ghebreyesus noted that the organisation previously assessed the outbreak risk as high nationally and regionally, and low globally, but ...

The agency said the strategy supported preparations for the 2028 United Nations High-Level Meeting on tuberculosis, sustaining political momentum beyond ...

According to WHO, recipients strengthened health systems, advanced disease control, and expanded healthcare access for vulnerable populations worldwide.

The agency said insecurity, population movement and operational constraints were complicating surveillance and contact tracing efforts, particularly in eastern DRC, ...

The agency warned that the outbreak poses a high regional risk, with infections already detected in Uganda and a linked ...

He said the reforms helped WHO cushion the impact of recent financial constraints and maintain operations across priority areas.

The report also highlighted the potential of artificial intelligence and digital technologies for preparedness, especially in pandemic monitoring, but warned ...

The expert explains how delayed diagnosis, limited access to screening, and weak community awareness continue to drive the country’s cervical ...

Retail sales reached more than 23 billion units in 2024, marking an increase of more than 50 per cent compared ...

The Benue State Government has launched Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention, as part of efforts to curb ...

Mr Ursu said the EU SPIN project is being implemented through a “Team Europe” approach involving the European Union, the ...

Mr Ghebreyesus said he was addressing residents directly due to anxiety triggered by the approaching vessel, the MV Hondius, which ...

Ms Ani-Osheku said N160 million was allocated to the Child Nutrition Fund for procurement of essential commodities.

VIYA Health takes lead as exclusive distributor of Incepta’sWHO-prequalified DMPA-SC (self-inject) in Nigeria

The webinar explored how Primary Health Care (PHC) transformation could accelerate malaria control and elimination in Africa.

Just like lassa fever, the virus is primarily carried by rodents such as mice and rats, which serve as the ...

According to the World Health Organisation, exposure to smoke from traditional cooking fuels contributes to over 800,000 premature deaths annually ...

Mr Aina said the government is using a mix of data tracking, free services, and immunisation campaigns to address preventable ...

It is also expected to mobilise up to $12.5 billion in World Bank financing, $17.8 billion from partners, and $21.4 ...

The governor explained why Enugu State Government allocated 50% of its budgets to health and education in three years

Dr Obianozie, a consultant neurologist, discusses misconceptions and management of Parkinson's Disease.

Inyama is not alone in sharing such experiences. Filmmaker Biodun Stephen and blogger Linda Ikeji have also publicly discussed being ...

She explained that FGM has several classifications, and any form of genital alteration done for non-medical reasons, including the so-called ...

The incident reflects a broader pattern of attacks on health workers in conflict zones, which the WHO has repeatedly condemned.

Mr Ursu said the rise of social media and other information channels has made it difficult to distinguish accurate health ...