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UN to help plague-hit Madagascar

The UN health agency the World Health Organisation has announced that it is intensifying efforts at containing the spread of plague in Madagascar.

Deadly plague kills 19 in Madagascar

The deadly plague in Madagascar has killed 19 people in the past two months with health officials recording 104 suspected cases.

Kenya’s Odinga claims tetanus vaccine makes women infertile

The Kenyan opposition leader, Raila Odinga has sparked renewed debate over tetanus vaccines in the east African country claiming on Monday that the vaccine makes women infertile, backing the Catholic Church’s rejection of the vaccines.

Congo cholera epidemic spreads with over 500 deaths

More than 500 people have died so far in a cholera epidemic that is sweeping the Democratic Republic of Congo, the World Health Organization (WHO) said.

Plastic bags banned in Kenya to protect environment

Kenyan authorities are enforcing a law that bans plastic carrier bags in the country effective Monday in a bid to protect the environment.

Opinion- Let’s talk about mental health in Ghana

I've been saddened by reports of students committing suicide in Ghana. At least in one of the cases, stress and academic pressures were cited. As a country, many have shied away from discussing mental health issues even at home due to the stigma.

Ghana battles Tuberculosis with prevalence rate surging

Health officials in Ghana have announced a surge in the number of Tuberculosis cases being reported at health centers across the country, something that gets them worried.

Zambia: HIV testing now compulsory

The President of Zambia, Edgar Lungu has announced that testing for HIV is now compulsory in the country. According to Mr. Lungu testing, counselling and treatment for HIV which used to be voluntary is now a must for every citizen as the country struggles to address the high prevalence rate in Zambia.

Opinion: Ghana’s healthcare horrors; on life, birth and the pursuit of power

Health Care.  A right? A privilege? A nightmare? Depending on where you live, it can be all three. New figures released from Ghana’s Health Care Service show in the  Northern region, there were 132 deaths in 2016 due to maternity related issues. 72 deaths occurred between January and June of this year.

Indian baby born ‘pregnant’ with half-formed twin

A baby in India has been born 'pregnant' with his half-formed twin. The rare case of 'fetus-in-fetu' is a congenital anomaly in which a...

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