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Ebola: Nigeria case highly similar to Kenya infection – Minister
Kenya has so far recorded nine confirmed Ebola cases caused by Bundibugyo virus, including one death. The post Ebola: Nigeria case highly similar to Kenya infection – Minister appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
DRC begins new vaccine trial as outbreak kills over 4,600
The trial, named Tumaini, which means “hope” in Swahili, will assess vaccine candidates designed to protect against the Bundibugyo virus, for which no vaccine has been approved The post DRC begins new vaccine trial as outbreak kills over 4,600 appeared first on Premium Times…
Ebola: Africa CDC assures patient confidentiality amid contact tracing
He said the information would not be disclosed publicly, emphasising the importance of protecting patients’ privacy during outbreak investigations. The post Ebola: Africa CDC assures patient confidentiality amid contact tracing appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Ebola: FG orders strict screening at Nigeria’s entry points
The Ministry of Health says the directive follows concerns raised by the Office of the National Security Adviser over reported breaches of approved Ebola entry protocols. The post Ebola: FG orders strict screening at Nigeria’s entry points appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Africa CDC probes possible link between Ebola cases in Nigeria, Kenya
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said both patients travelled through Entebbe International Airport on 3 October, prompting investigations into whether they shared equipment or had other forms of contact The post Africa CDC probes possible link…
Ebola: Swiss government says Nigeria’s patient likely contracted virus in Uganda
However, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said they had not received verified information that the woman travelled to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), where the current Ebola outbreak began. The…
Ebola: FG quarantines high-risk contacts, allays fears; patient zero shows signs of recovery
Enugu’s position as a travel and commercial hub, particularly through the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, made heightened surveillance necessary The post Ebola: FG quarantines high-risk contacts, allays fears; patient zero shows signs of recovery appeared first on Vanguard…
Psychiatrists seek home-grown research to tackle Africa’s mental health crisis
… Say Nigeria’s Mental Health Act needs action, not just legislationBy Chioma Obinna Nigeria and other African countries must invest in home-grown mental health research and translate policies into action to improve care for millions of people facing mental health challenges,…
France reports first human case of Shamonda virus as patient dies
The WHO said it was working with French authorities to establish the source of the infection, possible routes of transmission and any potential public health risks The post France reports first human case of Shamonda virus as patient dies appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
NAFDAC uncovers another fake herbal factory in Lagos, arrests manager
By Chioma obinna The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Thursday uncovered another illegal herbal products factory in Agege, Lagos, where three unregistered products were allegedly manufactured under unhygienic conditions, with one bearing a…
Ebola: FG quarantines high-risk contacts, says no evidence of community transmission yet
…allays fears of spread ...Patient recovering, says minister …States, hospitals step up preparedness By Chioma Obinna & Chidinma Chukwu The Federal Government on Thursday said it has intensified efforts to contain Nigeria’s confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease; place high-risk…
Falana to Health Minister: Take over Ebola task force
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has called on the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, to take over the Presidential Task Force on Ebola Virus Disease Preparedness and Emerging Public Health Threats following the confirmation of an imported case…
Africa CDC blames global neglect for lack of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine
Mr Kaseya said the Bundibugyo strain, first identified in Uganda 19 years ago, had caused only three outbreaks, yet no vaccine had been approved specifically for the disease The post Africa CDC blames global neglect for lack of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine appeared first on Premium…
Ebola: Africa CDC warns African leaders against politicising outbreak, finger-pointing
Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Thursday, Mr Kaseya said he was familiar with the political dynamics across Africa, particularly in West Africa, and had been engaging leaders concerned about the outbreak. The post Ebola: Africa CDC warns African leaders…
Ebola: Tomori faults Nigeria’s response timeline, demands full disclosure
…Warns against complacency By Sola Ogundipe Renowned Virologist and chairman of the West African National Academy of Scientists, Professor Oyewale Tomori, has raised concerns over the time it took Nigerian health authorities to confirm the country’s Ebola case, warning that…
Ebola: Africa CDC urges African ownership, accountability in outbreak response
Africa CDC says African governments must invest in their health systems and hold aid partners accountable as the continent responds to the Bundibugyo virus outbreak. The post Ebola: Africa CDC urges African ownership, accountability in outbreak response appeared first on Premium…
Ebola: Africa CDC seeks full travel history of Nigeria’s patient to trace source of infection
Mr Kaseya said the woman, who was born in Uganda but resides in Abuja, spent several days in her home country before her husband, a diplomat, travelled to join her. The post Ebola: Africa CDC seeks full travel history of Nigeria’s patient to trace source of infection appeared…
Africa faces ‘complex’ Ebola outbreak after virus spread to Nigeria – WHO
"We are facing a more complex outbreak landscape. Nigeria has confirmed an imported case of Ebola virus disease," Mohamed Janabi, the regional director for WHO in Africa, told an online media briefing. The post Africa faces ‘complex’ Ebola outbreak after virus spread to Nigeria…
Why Africa is without vaccine for latest Ebola strain — Africa CDC
He said, "I can tell you, if this outbreak was in Western countries, vaccine will already be available. Why this vaccine today is not available? Because some of our partners decided to consider this issue as an African issue, they were not interested." The post Why Africa is…
France reports first human Shamonda virus case, says no health risk
"Despite circulating in Africa and Asia for several decades, the Shamonda virus has never previously been detected in humans," the ministries said. The post France reports first human Shamonda virus case, says no health risk appeared first on Vanguard News.
Ebola: Nigerians link outbreak to government’s 2027 election plans
The announcement has triggered scepticism among some Nigerians online, with some questioning whether the case could be connected to political activities ahead of the 2027 elections. The post Ebola: Nigerians link outbreak to government’s 2027 election plans appeared first on…
Ebola: How months of Ebola preparedness helped Nigeria confirm first case within 24 hours — Minister
Mr Pate described the response as a continuation of Nigeria’s experience in managing public health emergencies, recalling how the country contained the Ebola outbreak in 2014. The post Ebola: How months of Ebola preparedness helped Nigeria confirm first case within 24 hours —…
FG, stakeholders seek wider adoption of health innovations in Nigeria
Mrs Anas said health was being treated not merely as a social service but as a pillar of human capital development and economic growth under the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda The post FG, stakeholders seek wider adoption of health innovations in Nigeria appeared first on…
Ebola: Nigerian govt assures citizens of containment strategies
“The passenger with the disease showed no symptoms, which came four days after the woman got into Abuja." The post Ebola: Nigerian govt assures citizens of containment strategies appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.