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WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION
The World Health Organization has announced that it granted prequalification to the molecular diagnostic test for tuberculosis, called Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra.
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) have emphasized the massive economic benefits of strengthening infection prevention and control (IPC) measures globally.
Measles cases globally have increased by 20% from 2022, with over 10 million people infected, revealing inadequate immunization coverage is driving the surge in cases.
Nigeria’s disease burden could reach 21% due to climate change and its escalating impact, a new report warns, emphasizing the urgent need for resilient health systems to address mounting climate risks.
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday released a new study listing 17 endemic pathogens that urgently require vaccines.
As the world marks World Polio Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) has emphasized that Africa is closer than ever to eradicating polio.
Nigeria, one of the hardest-hit countries, has recorded over 10,000 cholera cases in the first nine months of the year, representing a decrease from last year.
Nigeria is set to receive its first consignment of malaria vaccines today Thursday, a key development in the country's ongoing battle against one of its deadliest diseases.
The Adamawa State government has confirmed a cholera outbreak that has resulted in 12 deaths and the hospitalization of over 308 individuals.
The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) Kwara Branch has raised an alarm over the critical shortage of medical doctors in the state.
The President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Prof. Bala Audu, has revealed the deterioration of Nigeria's doctor-patient ratio, significantly lagging behind the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) recommendations.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a significant rise in cholera cases globally, with approximately 195,000 reported cases and over 1,900 deaths across 24 countries since the beginning of the year.