The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), on behalf of the American people, has donated to the Ministry of Public Health 4,800 doses of
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Health Canada authorizes Novavax’s Nuvaxovid COVID-19 vaccine
Today, Health Canada authorized Novavax’s Nuvaxovid COVID-19 vaccine for the prevention of COVID-19 in adults 18 years of age and older. This is the fifth COVID-19 vaccine
New SIREN research reinforces the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines
The UKHSA-backed study is the world’s biggest study into COVID- 19 antibodies and regularly tests a large cohort of healthcare workers to answer the most important questions about
Charlotte Maxeke Hospital repair project to be completed in 2023: Department of Health
The cause of the fire that destroyed huge portions of the Charlotte Maxeke Hospital in Johannesburg last year is still unknown, according to Gauteng officials.
Lagos Deploys ‘Bloodmobile’ To Aid Blood Donation On The Go
The Lagos State Blood Transfusion Service has commenced the deployment of its newly procured ‘Bloodmobile’ – a mobile vehicle equipped with everything necessary for a
University of Free State students protest against forced vaccination
The University of the Free State’s student groups have maintained their opposition to the forced vaccination program. They claim they are not anti-vaccination, but they
All you need to know about Shigellosis, according to CDC
Shigellosis is a diarrheal disease caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella. Most people get shigellosis after having close contact with an infected person, eating
South Africa records 2 364 new COVID-19 cases
South Africa has reported 2 364 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases to 3 645 269. This increase represents a 7.7% positivity
5 Things You Should Know About Epilepsy, According to CDC
Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes repeated seizures. There are many different types of epilepsy and many different kinds of seizures. Epilepsy can get
Prevention through Design: Designing out hazards and risks in the workplace
What is PtD? Prevention through Design, or PtD, is the process of designing out workplace hazards to either minimize or eliminate hazards or risks of
How to prevent and treat motion sickness
Motion sickness happens when the movement you see is different from what your inner ear senses. This can cause dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. You can
COVID-19 rapid testing made easier for partially sighted people
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has launched a new service making it easier for partially sighted people to use lateral flow tests in their
Food Poisoning Symptoms And When To See A Doctor, According To CDC
Food poisoning symptoms can be anywhere from mild to very serious. Your symptoms may be different depending on the germ you swallowed. The most common
Fruit and Vegetable Safety – What You Need to Know, According to CDC
Fruits and vegetables add nutrients to your diet that help protect you from heart disease, stroke, and some cancers. Also, choosing vegetables, fruits, and nuts
Queen Elizabeth on watch after meeting with Prince Charles
After her son, Prince Charles, tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday morning, Queen Elizabeth is currently being watched. Buckingham Palace confirmed in January 2021 that