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Ebola outbreak in DR Congo still serious – Africa CDC
By Franca Ofili The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has said that Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of…
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Uganda declares Ebola outbreak over after 42 days
By Franca Ofili Uganda has officially declared its Ebola outbreak over after completing 42 consecutive days without recording a new confirmed case, the Africa…
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CEPI funds $4.17m studies to test Ebola vaccines against Bundibugyo virus
By Folasade Akpan The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) says it has committed 4.17 million dollars to four research projects to determine whether…
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Experts warn Nigerians against Ebola misinformation Ebola
Ebola By Fabian Ekeruche Public health experts have warned Nigerians against spreading misinformation about the Ebola Virus Disease, saying false claims could fuel panic…
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Ebola outbreak worsens as death toll rises – Africa CDC
By Franca Ofili The Director-General of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), Dr Jean Kaseya, says the worsening Ebola outbreak…
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Expert urges strategic use of N10bn Ebola preparedness fund
By Folasade Akpan A public health expert has urged the Federal Government to ensure that the N10 billion approved for Ebola preparedness is directed…
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Expert urges Nigerians to stay alert to Ebola symptoms
By Lucy Osuizigbo-Okechukwu An Infectologist and Vaccinologist, Prof. Nnamdi Onyire, has urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and seek immediate medical attention if they develop…
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Anambra strengthens Ebola preparedness amid regional outbreak concerns
By Lucy Osuizigbo-Okechukwu The Anambra Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening preparedness and response measures against the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) amid concerns…
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EU allocates €17.5m to support Ebola response in Africa
By Franca Ofili The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) says the European Union Commission has allocated 17.5 million euros to…
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FG intensifies Ebola preparedness, strengthens border surveillance measures
By Folasade Akpan The Federal Government has intensified national preparedness and response measures against the possible introduction of the Bundibugyo Ebola Virus Disease…