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The WHO has advised against the use of two antibody therapies against COVID – here’s what that means
This guidance replaces previous conditional recommendations for the use of these drugs and is based on emerging evidence that they’re not likely to work against omicron.
Supporting vaccination: a toolkit for community health workers
A free digital toolkit that equips health workers to drive greater vaccine understanding and uptake around the world.
Courage and duty in Nigeria’s Lassa fever outbreak
In spite of the risk of infection, medical workers in Ondo State are putting their lives on the line to save those suffering from deadly Lassa fever.
Malaria vaccine: the road has been long and tortuous, but we’re getting there
A malaria vaccine called R21 has shown up to 80% efficacy following a booster dose in young children.
New survey suggests reinfection worsens Long COVID
Survey indicates that getting reinfected worsens symptoms of Long COVID or triggers a recurrence of symptoms in people who have recovered.
Mental health conditions raise risk of Long COVID
New data indicates that people reporting depression, anxiety and stress before a COVID-19 infection are 50% more likely to report Long COVID symptoms.
Meet the Kenyan doctor taking on influenza
With increasing numbers succumbing to influenza, especially children, a Kenyan doctor initiates a vaccine drive in Jomvu sub-county.
Another new COVID variant is spreading – here’s what we know about omicron BA.4.6
BA.4.6 seems to be even better at evading our immune response than BA.5.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is common among women and girls in Nigeria but not many know its impact on their lives and reproductive health.
How long after I get COVID-19 will I test negative?
Testing positive for COVID-19 – even without symptoms – can be disruptive to daily life, but how long should we expect to test positive for?
First published on 29 October 2021, updated on 13 September 2022
UNGA: getting back on track to the global goals
As world leaders gather in New York for the 77th United Nations General Assembly, why should we focus to re-commit to vaccine equity, routine immunisation and pandemic preparedness that learns from COVID-19?
Flood-hit Pakistan faces spread of infectious diseases
Around 33 million people affected by floods that engulfed a third of Pakistan. Millions need immediate assistance as floods damage health facilities. Pakistan faces outbreaks of several diseases like diarrhoea, dengue and COVID-19.