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Technical Working Group on HIV Drug Resistance

HIV Health Experts convene in Mahalapye to assess HIV Drug Resistance in Botswana

For several years, Botswana has made significant strides in its HIV…
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Stakeholders gathers for the development of new immunization strategy

Botswana sets sights on enhanced health outcomes with the development of new immunization strategy

In a bold step toward strengthening public health, Botswana has…
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Botswana Observes Patient Safety Day 2024: Emphasizing Accurate Diagnosis for Safer Healthcare

Botswana joined the global community in commemorating Patient Safety…
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E-learning hub to enhance emergency preparedness and support other health programs

WHO Supports Botswana to Establish E-Learning Hub for Emergency Preparedness and Health Programs

The WHO Country Office has supported the government of Botswana in…
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Mr. Samuel Kolane, Director of Public Health

Towards Building Resilience: Sensitizing Health Professionals on Climate Change and Health in Botswana

On the 17th of September 2024, WHO country office in collaboration…
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Laboratory experts at the workshop

Botswana Develops National Policy on Biological Resources and Benefit-Sharing

Botswana has taken a significant step toward strengthening the…
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Sample collected from the Glen Valley Wastewater Treatment Plant

Strengthening Polio Surveillance: Risk Assessment following Detection of Circulating Vaccine Derived Poliovirus type 2

Environmental Surveillance (ES) was introduced in August 2022 to…
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Participants introduced to essential tools and resources such NAPHS

Botswana Successfully Develops its National Action Plan for Health Security

The magnitude and frequency of disease outbreaks and health…
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A second dose of the Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine (IPV)

Botswana Achieves Milestone in Polio Eradication: Second IPV Dose Rolled Out Nationwide

Polio remains a critical global public health concern, particularly…
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VigiMobile Training

Botswana Boosts Vaccine Safety with VigiMobile and AEFI SurveillanceTraining

Botswana has reached a key milestone in its efforts to strengthen…
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