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Nigeria just enrolled 20 million people into health insurance and is pushing to double coverage by 2027. The government's new mandatory policy aims to end the devastating cycle where 71% of health costs push families into poverty.
Kenya just became one of the first countries in the world to offer a revolutionary HIV prevention drug that only requires two shots per year. The free injectable could protect millions and dramatically reduce new infections across the nation.
Kenya began administering a groundbreaking HIV prevention injection that's taken just twice a year and reduces transmission risk by more than 99.9 percent. The drug is free for recipients, offering new hope to 1.3 million Kenyans living with HIV.
A Malaysian health food company has developed functional jellies with zero added sugar, timing perfectly with the country's 2026 sugar tax aimed at fighting lifestyle diseases. Wel-Bloom's innovation offers consumers a guilt-free treat while supporting public health goals.
A groundbreaking study reveals Ghana could turn its trash into a $5.8 billion annual treasure by 2032, creating jobs, generating power, and saving thousands of lives. The secret? Investing in waste like the economic goldmine it actually is.
India is rolling out a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign starting February 28 to protect 14-year-old girls from cervical cancer, which kills 75,000 Indian women every year. The free vaccine will be available at 30,000 centers across the country.
Namibia is directing government medical aid funds into public hospitals instead of private clinics, with leaders being asked to use the same facilities as everyday citizens. The move aims to rebuild healthcare infrastructure that's been underfunded for years.
A Taiwanese company has cracked the code on making sugar-free jellies that don't fall apart in tropical heat, just as Malaysia prepares stricter sugar taxes in 2026. The breakthrough helps food makers create healthier products without sacrificing taste or quality.
A groundbreaking 18-year study from Sweden shows the HPV vaccine provides lasting protection against cervical cancer, with no signs of weakening over time. Nearly a million women participated in research that could help eliminate cervical cancer as a public health threat.
Seven countries in Southern Africa have achieved up to 50% reductions in maternal deaths while continuing to lead the world in HIV response. The SADC region's bold 2018 health strategy is delivering measurable results for women and girls across the continent.
A new health scorecard shows 16 Southern African nations have made major progress in reproductive health, with 12 countries lowering teen pregnancy rates and 6 reducing maternal deaths. The wins come from better sex education in schools and focused health programs, though experts say continued investment is needed to keep the momentum going.
Salem city councilors just unanimously approved $250,000 to launch a groundbreaking pilot program that combines housing with comprehensive addiction recovery support. The program will help people battling opioid addiction rebuild their lives with mental health care, job training, and stable housing all in one place.
Kenya has created a new national committee dedicated to preventing the 5,000 maternal and 30,000 newborn deaths happening each year. The team will investigate every preventable death and fix the healthcare gaps causing them.
A new global study reveals a simple solution to urban heat: plant more trees where people take buses and trains. Researchers found wealthy neighborhoods have far more shade, but linking tree planting to public transit could help everyone stay cool.
Abia State, Nigeria just protected nearly every child from measles and rubella, beating the World Health Organization's recommended threshold. Over 8,000 vaccination teams reached kids from nine months to 14 years old in one historic campaign.
Specialist doctors volunteered their time at a Cape Town hospital to perform free epilepsy surgeries for two patients who had waited two years. The initiative aims to make life-changing care accessible in a strained public health system.
Special waiting rooms at hospitals in Eritrea's Northern Red Sea Region are helping more mothers and babies survive childbirth. The simple solution is driving real improvements in maternal and infant health across the region.
Scientists in Singapore proved a clever mosquito control method slashes dengue fever cases by 71% and mosquito populations by 77%. It's the first gold-standard study showing infected mosquitoes can protect entire cities from disease.
Nigeria has registered 14 million more births over the past two years, a massive step forward in protecting children's rights and access to services. UNICEF shared the milestone with First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, crediting coordination across all 36 states.
A journalist brought his lead contamination investigation to Yoruba-speaking residents through their local radio station, sparking an overwhelming response. Community members called in to share their own stories of health impacts and dying factory workers.
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