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HEALTHJun 30Iraq reports 219 Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever cases, 16 deathsthestar_my · malaysia
HEALTHJun 30Healthcare situation in DR Congo improves amidst Ebola crisisThe Ebola virus continues to spread across the DR Congo but local healthcare workers say the situation has improved.Al Jazeera [en]
HEALTHJun 30Ebola outbreak in DR Congo spreads to fourth provinceAfricanews [en]
HEALTHJun 30Ebola outbreak could cost Africa up to $3 . 6 bln , UN saysThe United Nations projects that an Ebola outbreak could incur significant economic costs for Africa, potentially reaching billions of dollars. This highlights the severe financial implications of health crises on a continental scale.cnbcafrica.com · South Africa
HEALTHJun 30Nigeria launches first mental health policy tracker to monitor implementation of reformsThe platform, developed by advocacy organisation Nigerian Mental Health (NMH), aims to independently monitor implementation of Nigeria’s mental health laws and policies amid concerns over slow progress on key reforms. The post Nigeria launches first mental health policy tracker to monitor implementation of reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 29DR Congo bans mass gatherings in the capital to prevent spread of EbolaOpposition politicians accuse the government of using the outbreak to halt a planned protest.BBC World
HEALTHBREAKINGJun 27Central African Republic declares cholera outbreak after 24 deathsVanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJun 27NCDC intensifies Ebola preparedness as Nigeria strengthens border surveillance“The task force has only met once, but we did not wait for its reconstitution because we started working immediately after the outbreak was reported,” he said. The post NCDC intensifies Ebola preparedness as Nigeria strengthens border surveillance appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJun 26Regional Health Experts Convene to Share Knowledge and Experiences on Rising Cases of NCDs and Mental Health Across Eastern and Southern AfricaHealth experts from Eastern and Southern Africa are meeting to discuss increasing cases of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and mental health issues. This gathering aims to foster knowledge sharing and address critical public health challenges in the region.igad.int · Djibouti
HEALTHJun 26NHRC demands urgent action against drug abuse among Nigerian youthsThe NHRC made the call in a statement commemorating this year's International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.The NHRC made the call in a statement commemorating this year's International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The post NHRC demands urgent action against drug abuse among Nigerian youths appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 26NAFDAC launches nationwide campaign urging Nigerians to read food labelsShe added that food labels remain one of the most direct means of communication between manufacturers and consumers, especially in a market where consumers are confronted with an increasing variety of processed food products. The post NAFDAC launches nationwide campaign urging Nigerians to read food labels appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 26More than a month into DR Congo Ebola outbreak, doctors warn 'this epidemic will last'France 24 [en]
HEALTHJun 26Ebola deaths exceed 300 in DR Congo – Heath authoritiesVanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJun 26Nigeria needs ₦500 billion to scale digital health infrastructure over five years — OfficialThe Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, disclosed this on Thursday at the opening of the 6th Africa Digital Health Summit (ADHS 2026) in Abuja. The post Nigeria needs ₦500 billion to scale digital health infrastructure over five years — Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 26Historic World Cup Goal Brings Rare Joy To DR Congo Ebola EpicentreThe bars were bursting at the seams -- despite the authorities' decision at the end of May to restrict gatherings to 50 people to try to stop the spread of Ebola. The post Historic World Cup Goal Brings Rare Joy To DR Congo Ebola Epicentre appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
HEALTHJun 26Nigeria : After Hospital - Bill Controversy , Correctional Service Enrols 379 Inmates in Health InsuranceFollowing a controversy regarding hospital bills, Nigeria's Correctional Service has enrolled 379 inmates in a health insurance program. This initiative addresses healthcare access for prisoners after a past issue.allafrica.com · Nigeria
HEALTHJun 26There is a significant risk of Ebola spillover into South Sudan, WHO study warnsEuroNews [en]
HEALTHJun 25Ebola Facility Sparks Debate in Kenya as Ruto Defends U . S . PartnershipA debate has arisen in Kenya regarding an Ebola facility, with President Ruto defending the partnership with the U.S. This issue involves public health, international cooperation, and national discussion.africa.com · South Africa
HEALTHJun 25Nigeria responds with emergency funds as Ebola death toll rises in DRCMr Kaseya said the latest figures have heightened concerns over growing community transmission and the limited capacity of treatment centres, many of which are now operating at 95 per cent bed occupancy. The post Nigeria responds with emergency funds as Ebola death toll rises in DRC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 25Ebola outbreak worsens as death toll rises – Africa CDCVanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJun 25Ebola outbreak 'serious' but not 'out of control', head of Africa CDC saysFrance 24 [en]
HEALTHJun 24Self-medication worsening liver disease crisis, experts warn NigeriansBy Chioma Obinna Medical experts have raised the alarm over the growing culture of self-medication in Nigeria, warning that the dangerous practice is fueling liver-related diseases and putting millions at risk of irreversible organ damage. The experts said indiscriminate use of painkillers, antibiotics and herbal mixtures, often without proper diagnosis or medical supervision has become […] The post Self-medication worsening liver disease crisis, experts warn Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJun 24NACA, Global Fund and Partners to convene national close-out meeting on COVID-19 response mechanism investments in NigeriaThe meeting, to be held in Abuja, will bring together representatives of the Federal Ministry of Health, state governments, development partners, civil society organisations, implementing partners, healthcare workers, and other stakeholders who played critical roles in implementing the C19RM grant between 2021 and 2025. The post NACA, Global Fund and Partners to convene national close-out meeting on COVID-19 response mechanism investments in Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 24France confirms Ebola virus in doctor who worked in CongoA positive case of Ebola virus has been identified in France in a doctor travelling back from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the French Ministry of Health said Wednesday. The individual, who has not been identified, returned from a humanitarian mission in one of the virus transmission zones in the DRC and was taken into care at a specialised facility in France. The person is in stable condition, the ministry said. The Congolese health ministry said on Wednesday there are 1,094 confirmed...South China Morning Post