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Scaling Up Cholera Testing in Zimbabwe: Training Boosts Cholera Testing Rates in Zimbabwe

Harare - To ramp up testing for cholera in Zimbabwe, the World Health…
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World Health Organization supports efforts to restore Health Information Systems in Northern Ethiopia

World Health Organization supports efforts to restore Health Information Systems in Northern Ethiopia

In the wake of the internal armed conflict that ravaged the regions…
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Ethiopia Strengthens Emergency Response with One Health Rapid Response Team Training

Ethiopia Strengthens Emergency Response with One Health Rapid Response Team Training

Ethiopia has taken a significant step forward in fortifying its…
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Public Health Situation Analysis (PHSA)

Public Health Situation Analysis (PHSA)

The government of Ethiopia’s most recent assessment of food…
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Participants at the Liberia's Joint Risk Assessment of Three Prioritized Zoonotic Diseases.

Addressing Health Emergencies Using the One Health Approach: Insights from Liberia's Joint Risk Assessment of Three Prioritized Zoonotic Diseases.

Monrovia, April 12, Using a One Health approach, the Ministry of…
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Digital Learning Platform (DLP) to enhance preparedness and response to health emergencies.

Namibia embrace Digital Learning Platform (DLP) to enhance preparedness and response to Public Health Events

In September 2022, Namibia joined other Member States in the WHO…
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Government of Japan Commits Over 1.8 Million USD for Health, Nutrition, and Rehabilitation Activities in Northern Ethiopia

Government of Japan Commits Over 1.8 Million USD for Health, Nutrition, and Rehabilitation Activities in Northern Ethiopia

Addis Ababa, January 22nd, 2024 – The Government of Japan, through…
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MOHSS and WHO staff at the IPC workshop

Namibia’s infection prevention and control strategies regarded as good practice for health emergencies

The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the critical importance of…
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Ethiopia's Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR) Fight: Uniting Forces for Health Security Since 2017!

Ethiopia's Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR) Fight: Uniting Forces for Health Security Since 2017!

Ethiopia is stepping up its efforts to tackle the growing threat of…
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WHO team setting up a CTC

Collaborative Effort Combats Cholera Outbreak in Shamva

Bindura – With Shamva experiencing an increase in cholera cases, the…
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