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War in Congo heightens risk of infectious diseases for millions
Violence disrupts disease prevention efforts, leaving millions vulnerable to deadly infections.
Sierra Leone declares public health emergency over mpox
Sierra Leone declared a public health emergency on Monday to combat mpox, announcing it was stepping up surveillance at its borders after confirming two cases of the deadly viral disease.
Africa bears the brunt of the ‘ugly face’ of global inequalities
Lancet Global Health has cautioned that limited understanding of how the disease is transmitted, inadequate response capacity, vaccine shortages and extensive cross-border movement all pose severe challenges to containment, the writer says.
Mpox outbreak: Public health emergency declared but ‘no need to panic’
With over 24 Mpox cases reported in South Africa and rising infections across the continent, the WHO and Africa CDC have declared the outbreak a public health emergency. Experts warn that a coordinated international response is essential to prevent further spread.
SA faces ‘vaccine apartheid’ as Ramaphosa mobilises Mpox global support
There are major international hurdles to overcome before Africa and South Africa would be able to produce vaccines locally, among them guaranteed off-take deals, according to Aspen Pharmacare’s Dr Stavros Nicolaou.
Ramaphosa calls on WHO and partners to unlock support for Africa amid mpox outbreak
The WHO is asking countries with mpox vaccine stockpiles to donate them to countries with ongoing outbreaks.
Africa CDC declares Mpox a public health emergency as cases surge across continent
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has officially declared the ongoing Mpox outbreak a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security, marking the first such declaration by the agency since its inception in 2017.
Ghana minister of health in SA on mission to hunt for vaccine manufacturing operations
The visit follows the European Union’s (EU) recent announcement of a €32 million (about R636. 5 million) effort to increase vaccine production in Ghana
National HIV survey: 7. 8 million South Africans living with HIV, concerns raised over no condom trend among youth
HIV prevalence also varied geographically, ranging from 8% in the Western Cape Province to 22% in KwaZulu-Natal Province.
Recommendations on boys to also be prioritised in vaccine
The human papillomavirus is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). Many people with HPV do not develop any symptoms but can still infect others through sexual contact.
Harnessing communications tech to prevent spread of disease in Africa
The GSMA hope that the HealthConnekt Africa initiative will provide the connectivity needed to eventually aid in the fight against the spread of diseases that plague the continent.
National Freedom Party calls for restriction on pit bull ownership
In a statement on Tuesday, NFP leader and member of parliament Ahmed Munzoor Shaik Emam said there has to be a ban or restrictions on the ownership of pit bulls as pets.
Chinese-aided Africa CDC headquarters project approaches completion
In the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa, Chinese and African engineers are battling against time to complete the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters.
Africa CDC wants to continue working closely with PAP
Africa is the only continent that effected a joint continental strategy for Covid-19 outbreak,” said Dr Riek, regional coordinator for Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention.
Monkeypox is now a global health emergency - Here’s what it means for Africa
The Africa CDC has welcomed the decision by the WHO but added that the continent has battled the virus before.
Health workers cautioned to remain on high alert over Monkeypox in South Africa
The NICD cautioned that despite the low risk in the country at the moment, health workers should be on high alert for individuals presenting with an unexplained acute rash or skin lesions.
Nigeria confirms 21 cases of monkeypox
As at 29 May 2022, a total of 21 confirmed cases with one death have been reported from nine states and the FCT - Adamawa (5), Lagos (4), Bayelsa (2), Delta (2), Cross River (2), FCT (2), Kano (2), Imo (1), Rivers (1).
Moroccan health officials rule out monkeypox in that country after three suspected cases return negative results
Health officials in Morocco say that there is no monkeypox in the North African country.
Outrage still pouring in over racist stereotypes in monkeypox reporting
UNaids condemns racist and discriminatory media coverage of monkeypox.
WATCH: Monkeypox: here's what South Africans need to know
While South Africa and the rest of the world continue to make strides in recovering from the Covid-19 global pandemic, a new crisis has hit Europe in the form of monkeypox, leaving many in Africa uncertain.
LOOK: Monkeypox cases around the world
Nearly 20 countries where monkeypox is not endemic have reported outbreaks of the viral disease, with more than 100 confirmed or suspected infections, mostly in Europe.
Omicron sub-variants found in over a dozen countries, warns WHO
At least 16 countries have reported about 700 cases of BA. 4, while more than 300 cases of BA. 5 have been found across at least 17 countries.
DA set to fight against the extension of the State of Disaster
DA spokesperson on health Michele Clarke said the set of regulations, if passed, have the potential to gravely transgress the rights of patients.
Almost 50% of South Africa’s adult population is vaccinated - Phaahla
Health Minister Joe Phaahla has revealed that almost 50% of the adult population has received a vaccine.
Africa’s Covid-19 cases surpasses 11 million, only 11% of adult population fully vaccinated
Almost two years after Africa identified its first case of Covid-19 ( February 14, 2020), the World Health Organization (WHO) finds that, if current trends continue, the continent can control the pandemic in 2022.