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Diphtheria outbreak in Niger State results in 17 fatalities
Over a seven-month period, Niger State has documented 124 cases of diphtheria, leading to 17 deaths, largely attributed to incomplete routine childhood vaccinations.
Why childhood immunization rates are declining in the UK
Evidence suggests that falling vaccination rates in Britain are primarily driven by decreased access to medical professionals rather than a surge in anti-vaccination sentiment on social media.
Lagos Increases Access to Hepatitis Care via Community Outreach
Lagos State has rolled out a free hepatitis screening and vaccination drive across multiple districts to mark World Hepatitis Day, emphasizing the importance of early detection and full immunization.
WHO and UNICEF Report: 13.5 Million Children Missed Vaccines in 2025
WHO and UNICEF report that 13.5 million infants went unvaccinated in 2025, citing conflict and systemic issues as major barriers to global immunisation progress.
Remembering Martha Lillard, the Final American Iron Lung Patient
Martha Lillard, the last American polio patient to use an iron lung, has died at 78, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and independence.
University-bound? Essential details on the complimentary NHS Meningitis B vaccine
High street pharmacies are offering a free MenB vaccine for eligible students as part of a new campaign to prevent outbreaks similar to the one experienced in Kent.
Major Study Finds MenB Vaccine Fails to Prevent Gonorrhoea in Men
A significant clinical trial in Australia has revealed that the MenB vaccine does not prevent gonorrhoea, challenging previous assumptions and prompting calls for a policy review.
Adamawa launches catch-up vaccination drive for missed childhood doses
Adamawa State and UNICEF are collaborating on a catch-up vaccination initiative funded by the Republic of Korea to reach children who missed their routine immunizations.