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Since the outbreak in Rwanda, on Saturday, October 5, the Ministry of Health had reported 46 cases of the infectious disease and 12 deaths.

Five ways countries contained previous Marburg virus outbreaks

Sunday, October 06, 2024
People should be practicing good hygiene, avoiding contact with sick individuals, and seeking medical attention immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle aches, and vomiting.
Editorial

Stepping up vigilance against Marburg is for collective good

Monday, September 30, 2024
Health worker conducts Mpox vaccination activity in Rubavu District. According to RBC, Rwanda has confirmed six cases of mpox to date. Courtesy
Featured

How is Rwanda faring in fight against mpox?

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Sheep and goats in Eastern Province. Rwanda is dealing with Rift Valley Fever under One Health approach to protect the life of animals and humans. FILE
Health

Rwanda tackles RVF using ‘One Health’ approach: success story from Ngoma District

Friday, September 20, 2024
The Ministry of Health on September 19 announced that it launched an Mpox vaccination campaign for health workers, cross-border business operators, hospitality workers, and other high-risk groups. Courtesy
Health

Rwanda launches Mpox vaccination drive

Thursday, September 19, 2024
DR Congo reported 35 new Mpox-related deaths.
Health

Congo reports 35 new Mpox deaths

Thursday, August 29, 2024
Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, WHO’s Director General stressed the urgency of the situation, stating that the Mpox outbreaks in DR Congo
Health

Mpox: WHO launches global response plan

Tuesday, August 27, 2024
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention Africa (CDC) has cautioned countries to be more vigilant on Mpox spread.
Health

Africa CDC warns countries to be vigilant as mpox spreads to 13 countries

Sunday, August 25, 2024
Bavarian Nordic, a key player in vaccine production in Denmark, partnered with Africa CDC to boost local vaccine manufacturing capabilities.
Health

Africa CDC, Bavarian Nordic to boost mpox vaccine production in Africa

Monday, August 19, 2024
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Health

Gavi issues statement on mpox emergency in Africa

Friday, August 16, 2024
WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
Health

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

Thursday, August 15, 2024
Mpox, a viral illness caused by the monkeypox virus.
Health

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

Wednesday, August 14, 2024