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Rwanda reports four mpox cases linked to travel, reinforces health precautions

Friday, August 16, 2024

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Gavi issues statement on mpox emergency in Africa

Friday, August 16, 2024

WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

Mpox outbreak now a global health emergency: What you need to know

Thursday, August 15, 2024

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Mpox outbreak in Africa declared global health emergency

Thursday, August 15, 2024

Mpox, a viral illness caused by the monkeypox virus.

Mpox ‘a crisis that demands our collective action’ – Africa CDC boss

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Mpox or monkeypox as it is commonly known is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus. Photo internet

Mpox declared public health emergency in Africa

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Mpox or monkeypox as it is commonly known is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus. Photo internet

WHO report: New mpox cases in Africa surge by 61% in June

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Doctors conduct a screening exam at Legacy Clinic in Kigali. File

Health ministry explains delay in setting new medical tariffs

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

People with disabilities during the elections of their representative in the parliament on July 16. Photo by Craish Bahizi

People with disabilities outline top issues that need advocacy

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Minister of Health Sabin Nsanzimana and Egypt’s Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Badr Abdelaaty during the signing ceremony in Kigali on Monday, August 12. Photo by Joan Mbabazi

Rwanda, Egypt ink deal to support modern heart centre in Kigali

Monday, August 12, 2024

The World Health Organization on Friday, August 9, issued a call for manufacturers of mpox vaccines to submit an expression of interest for Emergency Use Listing (EUL). Courtesy

WHO seeks mpox vaccine manufacturers for emergency evaluation amid surging outbreak

Saturday, August 10, 2024

The 114 new ambulances mark the largest single acquisition in the country’s history. They were handed over to hospitals on Friday, August 9. Photos by Craish BAHIZI

PHOTOS: Five things to know as Rwanda acquires over 100 new ambulances

Saturday, August 10, 2024

A woman brushing her teeth. Here are tips to enhance your oral hygiene. Internet

Ten useful tips for your oral hygiene

Saturday, August 10, 2024

Members of Fitnesspoint train at its facility in Nyarutarama. The premium gym, which has another facility in Kimihurura, boasts of top-notch training equipment and skilled coaches. Photo by Willy Mucyo.

One premium gym wants to make fitness Kigali’s next big thing

Friday, August 09, 2024

Dr Edson Rwagasore, the Division Manager of Public Health Surveillance and Emergency Preparedness and Response at the Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC).

Mpox cases in Rwanda: One discharged, second still under treatment ‘but not in critical condition’ – official

Thursday, August 08, 2024

The World Health Organization has released $1 million to enhance the global response to mpox.

WHO allocates $1m to combat mpox outbreak, announces further support

Thursday, August 08, 2024

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), men are less likely than women to seek help for mental health issues. Photo: File

Why are men reluctant to seek help for mental health issues?

Thursday, August 08, 2024

WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has called for increased funding and support for the response to the mpox outbreak.

WHO calls for urgent action to address mpox surge in 17 African nations

Wednesday, August 07, 2024

Women breastfeed their children during a breastfeeding campaign in Nyamasheke District. Photo by Craish Bahizi

World Breastfeeding Week: Essential tips for effective nursing

Wednesday, August 07, 2024

The GenExpert machine is portable and effective as the results are automatically displayed and stored on the computer

How tech aids fight against TB in Rwanda

Wednesday, August 07, 2024