Obesity: we need to move beyond sugar
In January, discussions about diet, food, and obesity usually dominate the media. This year is no exception. New figures released last...
Silicosis - On The Rise?
Whilst silica is a naturally occurring substance found in most rocks, clay and sand, when it is processed in any way whether through...
Cholera – United Republic of Tanzania
Disease Outbreak News The Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW) of Tanzania has notified WHO of additional laboratory-confirmed...
Swaziland close to eliminating malaria
The tiny landlocked kingdom of Swaziland is likely to become the first country in southern Africa to eliminate malaria. With only 603...
Sierra Leone: Ebola 'Day-Zero' in Sierra Leone
Nationwide celebrations as country declared Ebola-free Today, Saturday 7th November, Sierra Leone is officially declared Ebola-free...