Lilongwe - WHO Malawi, officially handed over 48 sets of Pediatric Severe Acute Malnutrition kits worth MK62,230,980.00 to the Ministry of Health. These kits represent a crucial contribution to Malawi's healthcare system, particularly in addressing the challenges posed by pediatric severe acute malnutrition (SAM). The PEDSAM Kits are meticulously designed to provide essential supplies necessary

Mbabane – When Simangele Dlamini was diagnosed with a pre-cancerous cervical lesion, all the 50-year-old mother from Mankayane in Eswatini could think about was the welfare of her children. “My husband died in 2017 and I didn’t know who would raise them if I died of cancer,” she recalls. Instead, Dlamini benefited from a multi-pronged

LUANDA, 15 August 2024 – Collaboration between the health and education sectors is crucial for sustainable development and the well-being of any nation. Through education, it is possible to disseminate scientific knowledge, develop new research, and ensure that health practices are always evidence-based. This synergy is essential for creating effective policies and programmes that benefit

The World Health Organization (WHO) with support from the Government of Japan, partnered with the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) to conduct the African Vaccination Week in the Omaheke region, from 05 – 09 August 2024.  This initiative served as a crucial platform to raise awareness about the importance of vaccines, combat vaccine

On 02 August 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) in partnership with the Government of Japan donated cervical cancer screening instruments to the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) in the Omaheke region. The donation was made under the Japan-funded project titled Increasing Access to Quality Nutrition and Protection Services for Vulnerable Populations including

Dar es Salaam: The World Health Organization (WHO), with funding support from the Irish Fund, has donated 12 motorcycles to the Government of Tanzania. This donation is set to boost the effectiveness of district surveillance officers in monitoring and mentoring health facilities, significantly improving adherence to integrated disease surveillance and response strategies. Efficient disease surveillance

Brazzaville – As the mpox outbreak that has affected the Democratic Republic of the Congo and spread to neighbouring countries continues to grow, World Health Organization (WHO) is intensifying support to countries to scale up measures to curb the virus and save lives. On the advice of independent experts of the International Health Regulations Emergency

Over the years, Uganda has successfully responded to public health emergencies including Ebola, COVID-19, measles, anthrax, and others. This has been partly attributed to strong leadership and early rapid execution of outbreak response strategies. In a significant move to strengthen the country’s ability to combat infectious diseases, the World Health Organization (WHO) has launched the

WHO joined Uganda Cancer Institute, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Ministry of Health and other partners in Kampala to develop the five-year child and adolescent cancer control strategy, under the theme, ‘ The Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer - Curing children and adolescents with cancer in Uganda’ .   Worldwide, 429,000 children and adolescents develop

Dar es salaam:  In alignment with the National Malaria Strategic Plan (2021-2025), which emphasizes the urgent need for timely diagnosis and treatment of malaria, the Kigoma region is making significant strides in improving healthcare access. Despite this plan, about 10% of Tanzanians face challenges in accessing quality healthcare due to remote locations and geographical barriers.

Monrovia : The World Health Organization (WHO) on 6th August donated a consignment of medical equipment and medicines to support the country's efforts in combating neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) and strengthening WHO PEN-Plus programs aimed at addressing severe NCDs at the primary healthcare level.   The items donated include Mectizan tablets for the prevention and

Dar es salaam : The World Health Organization (WHO) has handed over 65 beds together with Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) supplies to the Government of Tanzania to strengthen the country’s ongoing response to cholera outbreaks in the country. Cholera remains a major public health emergency globally, particularly in the Africa Region. Tanzania, like many