Africa CDC Urges Cooperation in Ebola Response
ADDIS ABABA – The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) warns that border closures and travel restrictions could undermine efforts to…
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Disease Control
Group Targets Stronger Data Systems After Reaching Millions with TB, Leprosy Services
ABUJA, Nigeria — Leprosy and Tuberculosis Relief Initiative (LTR Nigeria) has unveiled plans to deepen investments in health data systems, vulnerability mapping and disability…
Lagos Treats 978,000 Malaria Cases in One Year, Officials Warn
LAGOS, Nigeria – Lagos recorded over 978,000 malaria cases in 2025, health officials have revealed, raising fresh concerns over the disease’s persistent burden in…
Nigeria Records Sharp Drop in HIV Cases, Women at Risk
ABUJA, Nigeria – Nigeria, on Wednesday reports a steep decline in new HIV infections, but young women remain disproportionately affected, according to new national…
Kano Deploys Rapid Response Team After Suspected Whooping Cough Cases
KANO, Nigeria – The Kano State Government launches a public health intervention in Durmawa community, Bebeji Local Government Area, following reports of suspected whooping…