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WHO To Vaccinate 40,000 Children in Gaza Amid Ceasefire

The World Health Organization (WHO) announced its plan to vaccinate over 40,000 children in Gaza as a ceasefire allows intensified humanitarian operations. In phase one of the campaign, more than 10,000 children under age three were vaccinated against measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B, tuberculosis, polio, rotavirus, and pneumonia. Phase one, which started November 9, is being extended; phases two and three are expected in December and January, jointly run with UNICEF, UNRWA, and Gaza authorities. WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus said the truce enables expanded health services and vital reconstruction for Gaza’s devastated health system. The UN Security Council recently endorsed the ceasefire plan, brokered by US President Donald Trump, following two years of hostilities that claimed thousands of lives, with over half the deaths in Gaza reported as women and minors.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 20, 2025

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new africa

US Delivers New HIV Prevention Drug to Two African Nations

The United States has delivered a new HIV prevention drug, Lenacapavir, to Eswatini and Zambia, beginning its rollout in Africa. This move comes after US government aid for global health dropped significantly in recent months. The US, working with the Global Fund and Gilead Sciences, delivered 1,000 doses of Lenacapavir to the two countries, with administration starting this week. US officials aim to fund two million doses for low- and middle-income African nations, targeting a goal by 2028 or sooner. Lenacapavir is an injectable drug that only needs to be taken twice a year, providing an easier alternative to daily pills and improving access, especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is seen as a breakthrough in HIV prevention and could greatly reduce new infections. The recent cuts to US foreign aid have affected other HIV and AIDS programs, including […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 18, 2025

Ahafo

Ghana’s Health System in Crisis: LHIMS Shutdown Paralyzes Patient Care Nationwide

Ghana’s healthcare faces chaos after the Lightwave Health Information Management System (LHIMS) shutdown. Doctors lose access to patient data dating back to 2020, crippling hospitals nationwide. Major Digital Health Breakdown Hits Ghana Ghana’s healthcare delivery has been thrown into disarray after the Lightwave Health Information Management System (LHIMS) — the digital backbone of public hospitals — abruptly went offline. The shutdown, now stretching into several weeks, has made medical records dating back to 2020 inaccessible across multiple facilities. Doctors and nurses have been forced to revert to manual record-keeping using exercise books and patient folders. The sudden shift is slowing down care, increasing waiting times, and putting thousands of lives at risk. Government Responds With New Digital Platform Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has confirmed that the government will roll out a new Ghana Health Information Management System (GHIMS) to […]

Ahmad November 8, 2025

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Nigeria

Africa Nears Polio-Free Status, Says WHO on World Polio Day

The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that Africa is making remarkable progress toward being declared polio-free. This milestone is driven by strong regional collaboration, digital innovation, and stronger health systems across the continent. According to the WHO, coordinated vaccination campaigns between January and October 2025 reached nearly 200 million children with at least one dose of the polio vaccine. These synchronized efforts, even in challenging regions, have led to a significant drop in outbreaks. Key to this success has been the use of technology, including digital payments for vaccinators and geospatial mapping to find and immunize children in hard-to-reach communities. Despite this progress, the WHO warns that challenges remain, including declining routine immunization and vaccine hesitancy. Sustained commitment is crucial to finally eradicating the disease and strengthening health systems for the future.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 24, 2025

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new africa

Congo Declares New Ebola Outbreak in Kasai 15 Dead

Congo has declared a new Ebola outbreak in southern Kasai, with 28 suspected infections and 15 confirmed deaths, according to the Ministry of Health. The outbreak began in late August when a pregnant woman in Bulape was admitted with bleeding symptoms and died within a week. Several hospital staff and laboratory workers who had contact with her later developed symptoms. Provincial authorities initially reported eight deaths, but the toll quickly rose as more suspected cases emerged. The National Institute of Public Health elevated the alert level this week, confirming that the virus is once again spreading in the region. Ebola is transmitted through direct contact with bodily fluids of infected patients. Early signs include fever, fatigue, and muscle aches, which may progress to severe bleeding and organ failure. Health workers and family members remain the most vulnerable, especially during treatment […]

Ahmad September 4, 2025

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Nigeria

A Child’s Cry: Nigeria’s Malnutrition Crisis Demands Urgent Action

On a sweltering afternoon in Katsina, Fatima cradles her two-year-old son, Musa, in a crowded therapeutic feeding centre. His frail body, barely clinging to life, tells a story that words cannot. Musa is one of millions of Nigerian children facing the brutal reality of severe acute malnutrition—a condition that makes a child 9–12 times more likely to die than if they were well nourished. But Musa is also a symbol of hope. With timely treatment, he is slowly recovering. His story reminds us that malnutrition is not a death sentence—it is a preventable tragedy. A Nation at Breaking Point According to the March 2025 Cadre Harmonisé food security survey, nearly 31 million Nigerians across 26 states and the FCT face acute food insecurity. Extrapolated nationwide, this number could reach 40 million people—a population larger than many countries. Nigeria now bears […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA August 29, 2025

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Ahafo

Govt dissatisfied with food supplied by second-cycle school heads

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has warned that he may be forced to revoke the power to purchase food supplies for senior high schools from the hands of the management of schools if the quality of food and the supply schedule do not improve.He said even though he had implemented the NDC’s manifesto promise to put senior high school heads in charge of food purchase arrangements, the quality of foods being supplied by some heads of second cycle schools, as well as the supply schedule of those foodstuffs, was not encouraging. Mr Iddrisu said this at the inauguration of the Governing Council of the GES in Accra last Friday.Mr Iddrisu said he and the President's attention had been drawn to the quality of the supplies by the heads of schools and their distribution. He stated that the President was […]

Ahmad May 6, 2025

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BRONG AHAFO

Don’t refer lab tests to private labs — Kbu Central Lab appeals

It has consequently called on prescribers of laboratory requests of the hospital, made up of doctors and nurses, not to refer laboratory diagnostic cases to private laboratories around the hospital. It said that even if there was the need for referral of any laboratory diagnostic cases, such referral must come from the central lab, rather than the medical staff.“Let the cases come to us, and then we will refer. Our laboratory is ready to take care of the hospital’s patients. Transforming the services and restoring trust in medical laboratory services in the KBTH is a collective responsibility of all of us. “I call on all of us to rededicate ourselves to the advocacy to fight against the high speed or tendency of referring laboratory diagnostic cases to private laboratories around us. Let us work together to improve the system,” the […]

Ahmad April 26, 2025

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OTI

Kadjebi District Faces HIV Challenge, But Celebrates Health Milestones in 2024

In 2024, Kadjebi District in the Oti Region recorded 55 new HIV cases, with 41 females and 14 males affected. Eric Nana Takyi, the district's Health Director, revealed these statistics during the Annual Performance Review Meeting. He also noted that 262 patients are currently undergoing Antiretroviral Therapy (ART).Takyi urged local women to be cautious about their sexual health, emphasizing their higher vulnerability to the virus. In a brighter note, the district achieved a remarkable feat in maternal care, with zero maternal deaths reported for three consecutive years. Additionally, Kadjebi was honored as the second-best performer in the Oti Region during the 2023 District Performance Review, and it was named the Best Maternal Care District.The meeting also recognized 30 health staff members for their exceptional contributions to healthcare in the district.

Edem 4Style March 7, 2025

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Ahafo

Oral Sex Now Leading Cause of Throat Cancer, Experts Warn.

Medical experts have identified oral sex as the leading cause of throat cancer, surpassing smoking, alcohol consumption, and poor diet. The rise in oropharyngeal cancer, which affects the tonsils and back of the throat, has been linked to human papillomavirus (HPV) infections, sparking what some are calling an epidemic.Dr. Hisham Mehanna of the University of Birmingham explained that HPV infections are often cleared by the immune system, but a small number of individuals struggle to eliminate the virus, leading to its integration into their DNA and potentially causing cancer.The number of oral sex partners significantly increases the risk, with individuals having six or more lifetime oral sex partners being 8.5 times more likely to develop throat cancer. Despite this, only a small percentage of those infected with HPV develop the disease.In the UK alone, about 8,300 people are diagnosed with […]

Edem 4Style January 13, 2025

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