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Botswana’s Ministry of Health has recorded 50 cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease, primarily affecting children under five in Gaborone and Francistown. The disease is mild and self-limiting, but …
Botswana Reports 50 Cases of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Outbreak Read More
Diphtheria has claimed 1,269 lives in Nigeria since 2022, with 24,804 cases. A recent death of a student underscores the urgency of the situation. Experts cite poor vaccination, weak surveillance, …
Urgent Action Needed as Diphtheria Claims 1,269 Lives in Nigeria Read More
The NCDC reported over 1,300 deaths from diphtheria in Nigeria, reflecting severe vaccination gaps and healthcare challenges. About 75% of cases are in Kano State, with a case fatality rate …
Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria Claims Over 1,300 Lives Amid Vaccination Challenges Read More
Morocco reports a steady decline in measles cases with a 13% decrease last week. The Ministry of Health attributes this to effective health coordination and public vaccination participation. A vaccination …
Morocco Reports Significant Decline in Measles Cases Amid Vaccination Efforts Read More
A mysterious illness in the DRC has resulted in 53 deaths among 419 cases, prompting health experts to advise vigilance in the UK. Symptoms include fever and hemorrhagic manifestations, raising …
Health Experts Urge Vigilance in the UK Following DRC Outbreak Read More
Two American sisters, Annie and Robin Korkki, were found dead in their Seychelles villa from acute pulmonary edema. Autopsies revealed no visible injuries, and toxicology tests are pending. Their last …
Investigation Continues into Mysterious Deaths of American Sisters in Seychelles Read More
China is experiencing a seasonal spike in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases, prompting concerns about a health crisis. HMPV, which has existed since 2001, typically causes mild respiratory illness but is …
Understanding the Recent Surge in HMPV Cases in China Read More
An unidentified illness, referred to as Disease X, is spreading in the DRC, particularly in the remote Panzi district. With 406 cases and 31 deaths reported, health officials suspect it …
Understanding Disease X: The Undiagnosed Illness Spreading in Congo Read More
An outbreak of Disease X in the DRC has claimed up to 143 lives, primarily affecting children under five. Health officials are mobilizing resources to combat the illness, with symptoms …
Outbreak of Mysterious Disease X Claims Lives in Congo: Key Facts to Know Read More
The WHO has sent a health team to investigate an outbreak of an unidentified disease in the DRC that has resulted in at least 79 deaths and nearly 400 reported …
WHO Investigates Outbreak of Mysterious Disease in Democratic Republic of Congo Read More