First U.S. Human Case of Travel-Linked Screwworm Confirmed by HHS
The U.S. has confirmed its first human case of New World Screwworm infestation linked to international travel, health officials announced.
Africa CDC Reports Drop in Mpox Cases, Warns of New Outbreaks
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has reported a major 58 per cent drop in mpox cases across the continent between epidemiological week 19 and week 30 of 2025.
CS Duale Suspends 40 Hospitals Over SHA Insurance Fraud
Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has suspended 40 hospitals and 12 health officials over allegations of defrauding the Social Health Authority (SHA) system.
RFK Jr. Cancels $500M in mRNA Vaccine Projects Over Safety Concerns
The U.S. government is canceling $500 million worth of vaccine development projects that use mRNA technology, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F.
Nigerian Nurses Suspend Strike After Talks With Government
The nationwide warning strike by Nigerian nurses and midwives has been suspended following a closed-door meeting with government officials.
Mpox Outbreak: 314 Cases and 5 Deaths Reported in 22 Counties
The Ministry of Health has confirmed 314 Mpox cases and five related deaths across 22 counties in Kenya so far.
WHO Labels Hepatitis D a Cancer Risk, Urges Global Action
The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified Hepatitis D as a cancer-causing virus, warning that it significantly increases the risk of liver cancer in people already infected with Hepatitis B.
Dei BioPharma Earns U.S. Patents for Game-Changing Therapies
In a major step forward for global healthcare, Uganda’s Dei BioPharma has secured two U.S. patents for breakthrough therapies aimed at making cancer and immune treatments more affordable and accessible.