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Three Western African Countries 'Roll out' Mass Malaria Vaccine
The vaccine will be administered to children aged five months and older in four scheduled doses.
Many Kenyans Continue to Sacumb to Malaria-Experts say
Efforts to combat the disease traditionally include the distribution of insecticide-treated bed nets, spraying breeding areas, and promoting prompt diagnosis and treatment.
Madagascar Faces Dual Crisis of Malaria and Malnutrition
The peak of malaria season coincides with the cyclone and rainy season, running from October to May. During this period, access to healthcare becomes critically impaired.
Sierra Leone Declares National Emergency on Substance Abuse Due to Deadly Drug
Kush, a lethal mixture of marijuana, fentanyl, and tramadol, has been especially prevalent in Sierra Leone for the past four years.
Children in South Africa Hospitalized after Mistaking 'Rat Poison' for Sweets
Regional health authorities in Gauteng reported that of the affected children, 17 required overnight observation due to the severity of their symptoms, while the remaining 24 were released after their condition stabilized satisfactorily.
Health Crisis Deepens as Doctor Strike Empties Public Hospitals in Kenya
This strike, now entering its second month, is part of a nationwide protest by doctors demanding better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors, essential for their qualification.
Rampant Sale of Stolen Medicines in Liberia's Pharmacies, USAid Reports
According to Wright, these "acts of fraud" are preventing essential medicines, meant to be free for the public, from reaching Liberians who are in need.
Surges in Monkey Pox in DR Congo Forces Experts into a `Crisis Management` Meeting
"For the first time, we have confirmed cases of sexual transmission of MPOX in the DRC. Given its severity and widespread impact across almost every province, we are facing a public health emergency," stated Muyembe.
Kenya Follows Nigeria in Issuing Urgent Recall for Contaminated Cough Syrup
The warning was quickly disseminated through Kenya's PPB, which confirmed the presence of the harmful substance through its testing processes.
Nigeria Issues Recall for Children's Cough Syrup Due to High Toxicity Levels
Diethylene glycol, known for its use in industrial applications such as antifreeze and as a solvent, has been detected at levels classified as having "an unacceptable high level" of toxicity.
Sierra Leone Declares National Public Health Emergency
"The deadly Kush, which knows no boundaries of class, ethnicity, gender, or religion, is taking a devastating toll on our communities," President Bio stated