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Marburg virus

Tanzania Confirms Marburg Virus Outbreak, Africa CDC Leads Response

Tanzania confirms a Marburg virus outbreak in Bukoba, with Africa CDC mobilizing teams to contain ...
  • 21 January 2025
  • Health
Trump

Trump Withdraws US from WHO and Climate Accord Amid Controversy

President Trump withdraws the U.S. from the WHO and Paris Climate Agreement, sparking global criticism ...
  • 21 January 2025
  • Health
Marburg

WHO Warns as Marburg Virus Outbreak Claims Eight Lives in Tanzania

The WHO has issued a warning over a deadly Marburg virus outbreak in Tanzania, which ...
  • 16 January 2025
  • Africa

Bird Flu Outbreak Confirmed in Kano, FG and State Authorities React

Nigeria confirms a bird flu outbreak in Kano. Federal and state authorities are taking steps ...
  • 15 January 2025
  • Health
HMPV

Nigeria Boosts Preparedness Against HMPV Amid Global Concerns

NCDC strengthens Nigeria’s preparedness against HMPV with airport screenings and public awareness amid global concerns ...
  • 8 January 2025
  • Health
Human Metapneumovirus Nigeria

Nigeria Strengthens Monitoring Amid China’s New Viral Outbreak

Nigeria tightens health monitoring for travelers from China following the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) outbreak. Learn ...
  • 6 January 2025
  • Health
Viral Outbreak

China Grapples with New Viral Outbreak, HMPV Spreads Beyond Borders

China faces a new outbreak of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), sparking health concerns. Neighboring countries like ...
  • 6 January 2025
  • Health
Lassa fever

Climate Change Drives Surge in Lassa Fever Cases, Says NCDC

The NCDC links the rise in Lassa fever cases to climate change, urging preventive measures ...
  • 28 December 2024
  • Health
Rwanda

Rwanda Declares End of Marburg Virus Outbreak

Rwanda declares the end of the Marburg virus outbreak after 42 days with no new ...
  • 22 December 2024
  • Africa
HIV awareness

NACA Urges Nigerians to Prioritize Health During the Festive Season

NACA urges Nigerians to prioritize health this festive season, emphasizing HIV testing, awareness, and public ...
  • 22 December 2024
  • Health
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