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WHO support decommissioning of Cholera Treatment Centres in Zimbabwe

Harare - The World Health Organization (WHO) is supporting Zimbabwe’s…
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Russia, WHO hands over cholera consignment to Zimbabwe

In a significant stride towards bolstering Zimbabwe's resilience…
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Initiative SURGE : le Burkina Faso prépare des experts à répondre aux urgences sanitaires dans les 24 à 48 heures

Malgré le ciel couvert et la forte pluie qui s’est abattue dans la…
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A suspected Anthrax patient

Fighting Anthrax through mindset change on health seeking behaviour

In October and November 2023, Kyotera district, in southern Uganda,…
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WHO Steps Up Cross-Regional Efforts for Sudan’s Humanitarian Emergency

WHO Steps Up Cross-Regional Efforts for Sudan’s Humanitarian Emergency

Adre – As millions flee war and hunger in Sudan, senior leadership…
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Medical personnel at an Ebola ETU

Fighting Ebola in the line of duty

Mr. and Mrs. Kintu* are among the few medical personnel that…
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An Ebola survivor walks to the survivors' clinic in Kassanda

A survivor's life after Ebola

Shafiq, a motorbike rider for over ten years, almost lost his life to…
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Bridging Gaps in Health and Nutrition Services for IDPs and Crisis-Affected Communities in Amhara, Ethiopia

Bridging Gaps in Health and Nutrition Services for IDPs and Crisis-Affected Communities in Amhara, Ethiopia

Since November 2021, in Amhara region of Ethiopia has faced a severe…
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Enhanced cholera surveillance data in Zimbabwe improves accountability and focused response

Kadoma – During an active cholera outbreak, compiling and reporting…
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Congo reinforces health emergency preparedness and response

Congo reinforces health emergency preparedness and response

Brazzaville ‒ The Republic of the Congo today finalized a review…
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