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The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently released new guidance aimed at tackling gender disparities in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of drug-resistant infections. This initiative is crucial as antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses significant risks, particularly to women and girls in low-resource settings. Understanding AMR and Its Gendered Impact AMR occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, […]

In a world where malaria continues to pose a significant threat to global health, particularly in Africa, the introduction of malaria vaccines marks a significant milestone in our fight against this deadly disease. The Menace of Malaria Malaria is one of the biggest global health threats, with an estimated 247 million malaria cases and 619,000

In a world-first, Nigeria has made a historic stride in global health by introducing a new 5-in-1 vaccine, Men5CV, against meningitis. This revolutionary vaccine, recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), protects against five strains of the meningococcus bacteria. The Menace of Meningitis Meningitis, an inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord,

In the face of a global health crisis, the tobacco and nicotine industry continue to employ manipulative tactics to hook the next generation on their harmful products⁴. Industry Tactics: Hooking the Youth The World Health Organization (WHO) and STOP, a global tobacco industry watchdog, recently unveiled a report titled “Hooking the Next Generation,” revealing the