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November, 2016
In wake of Ebola, West Africa adopts new disease control
New genetic chip a step toward diversity in African genome sequencing
A snapshot view of the current health situation in sub-Saharan East Africa
Testing begins on an experimental Zika vaccine with inactivated virus
African leaders urged to adopt ‘One Health Approach’
Monthly cost of US$1-2 per person could ensure access to basic package of 201 essential medicines
A step towards better nutrition for African children
Prevalence of drug-resistant tuberculosis in West Africa higher than previously thought
October, 2016
Research reveals how pathogens travel between ‘transmission triangle’ in healthcare setting
More than 15 million children in high-mortality hotspots in sub-Saharan Africa
More lab physicians needed for quality medical care in region, say experts
Rabies vaccine effective even after warm storage
Zimbabwe selected for groundbreaking HIV vaccine research
East Africa’s first liver clinics to be set up in Kenya
Zimbabweans fear cholera outbreak amid drought
Research highlights problem with cognitive development in sub-Saharan Africa
Rwanda has launched the world’s first national drone delivery service
Africa Health November 2016
Nigeria only country harbouring polio virus in Africa, says Health Minister
New Ebola vaccine under consideration for emergency use
GIMPA trains healthcare managers in West Africa
Scientists seek to map all human cells in vast atlas
Rising Africa needs sound mental health
Health Ministry focuses on strengthening scientific research