Tag: vaccine
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WHO Announces Arrival of Mpox Vaccines in DR Congo Amid Surge in Cases
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that vaccines against Mpox will soon be arriving in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) amidst a surge in cases in the country and nearby regions. The vaccines, including donations from Danish drug maker Bavarian Nordic, are part of a global response to contain the outbreaks, which the…
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Israel and Hamas Agree on Temporary Ceasefires for Polio Vaccination in Gaza
Israel and Hamas have agreed to implement several three-day pauses in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This temporary ceasefire is to facilitate the vaccination of over 600,000 children against polio, following the first reported case in the territory in 25 years. The move comes after a baby, born just before the conflict escalated, was diagnosed…
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Burundi and DRC Face Surge in Mpox Cases Amid Vaccine Cost Concerns
Burundi and 11 other East and Central African countries are experiencing a significant surge in Mpox cases, with no deaths reported in Burundi but 412 suspected new cases noted between August 5th and 19th. The Africa CDC has highlighted a worrying increase, reporting 1,400 new cases since August 13th, bringing the total to 18,900 across…