Public Health

An analysis of latest figures showed confirmed cases of Ebola in DR Congo rose by 23% within 3 days Within...

With information flying around regarding the Ebola crisis in DR Congo, WHO gives an update on the status of the...

In Nigeria, there are varying beliefs regarding early breastfeeding. WHO says they put babies at risk of diseases and death...

Among Africa's most populous countries, only Nigeria has more women on HIV treatment than men. Why is this so? In...

After over 10 years of stability, Nigeria's HIV gender gap is widening and it doesn't favor women According to the...

These scientists believe the world's strongest material is the best weapon to defeat antimicrobial resistant bacteria In 2016 alone, 490,000...

 A new report has stressed that poor quality health services are holding back progress on improving health in countries Poor quality...

Ghana has become the first country in Africa to eliminate trachoma, according to WHO. On Wednesday, the organization congratulated Ghana...

In February 2018, healthnews.africa exclusively reported Gavi will be extending its support for Nigeria The Vaccine Alliance Gavi this week...

5 dead as cholera hits Plateau state At least 5 persons have reportedly died from cholera in Plateau state, according...