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New York Health Officials Investigate Outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease Health officials in New York have issued a warning following the outbreak of a severe lung disease in parts of the city. The New York City Health Department is currently investigating a cluster of five cases of Legionnaires’ disease in Central Harlem. These cases are located in neighborhoods with ZIP codes …

Rising Concerns Over Weight Loss Jabs and the Risk of Going ‘Cold Turkey’ The increasing popularity of weight loss jabs, particularly GLP-1 medications such as Mounjaro and Wegovy, has led to growing concerns among healthcare professionals and pharmacists. These drugs, which have become a game-changer in the fight against obesity, are now facing unprecedented demand, raising alarms about potential shortages …

Enhancing Food Safety through Collaborative Efforts In a bid to strengthen food safety measures, the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) recently held an engagement session with School Health Education Programme (SHEP) Coordinators and Environmental Health Officers in the Ashanti Region. This initiative was part of the broader activities celebrating World Food Safety Day, emphasizing the importance of science and collaboration …

Escalating Violence Against Healthcare Workers in South Sudan Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has strongly condemned the abduction of a Ministry of Health (MoH) staff member from an MSF ambulance in South Sudan’s Morobo County, Central Equatoria State, on 25 July 2025. The incident occurred around 10:00 am and involved armed individuals who intercepted the ambulance during a routine transport of …

Rabies Outbreak Sparks Concern in Remote Nepalese Villages In a recent development, three individuals have lost their lives due to rabies infection in two remote villages—Chotesh and Bunpung—located in ward 6 of Benighat Rorang Rural Municipality, Dhading district. Hundreds of residents from these areas are believed to have come into close contact with infected dogs, raising fears of a potential …

Cholera Outbreaks Threaten Millions of Children Across West and Central Africa As the rainy season begins in West and Central Africa, an estimated 80,000 children are at high risk of contracting cholera. This alarming situation is fueled by active outbreaks in several countries, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Nigeria. The spread of the disease poses a …

Urging Action: The Importance of Early Childhood Immunization Against Hepatitis B in Uganda Health officials in Uganda have strongly encouraged women to prioritize early childhood immunization against Hepatitis B, emphasizing that failing to vaccinate children at birth could endanger future generations. This call to action was made by Dr. Ruth Dorothy Akuno, the Hepatitis B Program Coordinator at the Ministry …

Nipah Virus Outbreak in Kerala: Current Status and Government Response Kerala is currently monitoring a growing number of individuals who have come into contact with the Nipah virus. According to the state’s Health Minister, Veena George, there are currently 674 people on the Nipah contact list across the state. These individuals are being closely monitored as part of the ongoing …

Early Distribution of Essential Medicines in Liberia The Ministry of Health (MOH) has initiated the third quarter distribution of essential medicines and medical supplies earlier than planned. This proactive step is aimed at avoiding potential delays caused by expected road closures across the country. The early rollout was ordered by Health Minister Dr. Louise M. Kpoto, with the primary goal …

Ongoing Investigations into Mysterious Deaths in Mombasa The Ministry of Health is currently conducting a thorough investigation into a series of unexplained deaths that have occurred in the coastal city of Mombasa. The situation has raised concerns among local residents and health officials, prompting the government to take swift action. Dr. Patrick Amoth, the Director General of Health, confirmed that …