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Ebola Crisis Intensifies: Death Toll Spikes as Africa CDC Reports Escalating Spread
The Africa CDC reports a surge in Ebola deaths and warns that community transmission is rising, with treatment centers nearly at full capacity and a critical need for increased funding.
Adamawa Launches 2026 Initiative to Tackle Malaria
Adamawa State has kicked off its 2026 malaria prevention campaign, aiming to distribute millions of nets and antimalarial doses to protect children and households across the state.
Europe braces for eastern heatwave as France implements maximum health alert
Extreme heat is migrating eastward across Europe, prompting high-level health alerts in France and major temperature warnings in Germany, the Czech Republic, and Italy.
Zamfara State Committee Issues Warning to Private Medical Facilities
The Zamfara State Task Force Committee has inspected several private medical facilities in Gusau, ordering owners to strictly comply with health regulations and quality standards.
Health Specialists Sound Alarm on Self-Medication Driving Nigerian Liver Disease Epidemic
Medical experts warn that the habit of self-medicating with painkillers, antibiotics, and herbal mixtures is fueling a rise in severe liver diseases across Nigeria.
Obesity diagnoses increasing most rapidly among young adults in England
New research shows obesity diagnoses are surging among adults in their 20s and 30s in England, driven by environmental factors and economic pressures.
WHO Announces Upcoming Ebola Drug Trials in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Starting next week, the WHO will initiate clinical trials in the DRC to test two new treatments for the Bundibugyo Ebola strain as the local outbreak continues to challenge medical responders.
NACA Reports Enhanced Readiness for Public Health Emergencies in Nigeria
NACA states that investments from the Global Fund have significantly improved Nigeria's health infrastructure, leaving the country better prepared to face future disease outbreaks.
Abayomi Praises Tinubu’s New Ebola Task Force as Vital for National Health
Lagos Health Commissioner Prof. Akin Abayomi labels the new Presidential Task Force on Ebola a critical and timely action for Nigeria’s disease prevention strategy.
Benue SEMA Urges Public Caution Amid Rising Snakebite Risks
Benue SEMA warns residents to exercise caution during the rainy season following a spike in snakebite cases reported at local hospitals.