Ebola Cases Rise in DRC as Uganda Pushes for Removal from U.S. Ebola Travel Restrictions
The Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus continues to spread in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), while Uganda…
Uganda Discharges Last Ebola Patient, Begins Countdown to Declaring Outbreak Over
Uganda has discharged its last remaining Ebola patient, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to contain the Bundibugyo…
Global Childhood Vaccination Rises, but 13.5 Million Children Still Miss Life-Saving Immunizations
Global childhood vaccination coverage improved modestly in 2025, with more children receiving routine immunizations that protect against life-threatening diseases. However,…
Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Nears 2,000 Cases as WHO Warns of Hidden Transmission Chains
The Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is nearing the 2,000-case mark,…
Oxford Launches First Human Trial of Experimental Ebola Vaccine
The University of Oxford has begun the first human trial of a new experimental Ebola vaccine, marking a significant step…
Most Kenyan cancer patients are diagnosed too late as experts push for greater investment in early detection
Cancer continues to exact a heavy toll on Kenyans, with an estimated 39,000 new cases and more than 27,000 deaths…
DR Congo Launches First Clinical Trial for Experimental Ebola Treatments as Outbreak Intensifies
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has begun clinical trials of experimental Ebola treatments as health authorities race to…
Nearly 300 Ebola Patients Missing as DR Congo Outbreak Escalates
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are searching for nearly 300 Ebola patients whose whereabouts remain unknown,…
Protecting Frontline Workers Becomes Key Challenge in DRC Ebola Outbreak
Healthcare workers responding to the Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo are facing severe shortages of essential…
Mosquito Remains Africa’s Deadliest Creature as Malaria Toll Stays High
The mosquito remains Africa’s deadliest animal by a wide margin, as malaria continues to kill hundreds of thousands of people…
