Tag: Disease surveillance
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Africa CDC Partners with Informa Markets to Expand CPHIA and Other Public Health Events Across Africa
A Strategic Collaboration for Public Health Expansion The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has announced a strategic collaboration with Informa Markets to scale the Africa CDC International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) and broaden its portfolio of flagship public health events. This partnership signals a concerted effort to strengthen…
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Climatic and Governance Determinants of Malaria Transmission in Rivers State, Nigeria: Insights for Policy and Practice
Introduction Malaria remains a major public health challenge in Nigeria, with transmission shaped by a complex mix of environmental factors and governance dynamics. In Rivers State, located in the Niger Delta region, malaria transmission is influenced not only by climate patterns but also by local governance, health system capacity, and community engagement. This article synthesizes…
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Africa CDC and Informa Markets Forge Expansion of CPHIA and Africa’s Public Health Events
A Strategic Collaboration to Elevate Africa’s Public Health Landscape The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has announced a strategic partnership with Informa Markets to scale the Africa CDC International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA) and broaden the reach of flagship public health events across the continent. This collaboration aims…
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Sudbury health board addresses deadly Northern Ontario fungal outbreak
Public Health Sudbury and Districts tackles deadly Northern Ontario fungal outbreak The board of Public Health Sudbury and Districts (PHSD) opened its first meeting of 2026 with a grim reminder of a deadly fungal infection that struck Northern Ontario, culminating in five deaths in 2021 in Constance Lake First Nation. While the outbreak is not…
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Selangor Dengue Drop: 61% Fall in Cases, Deaths Halved
Significant Decline in Dengue Activity in Selangor Selangor has reported a dramatic reduction in dengue fever cases, with a 61% decrease in incidents last year compared to 2024. Public health officials said the declines also extended to fatalities, which were nearly halved, signaling a substantial improvement in the state’s battle against a long-standing mosquito-borne health…
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Malawi Joins U.S. $936 Million Health Deal Under America First Strategy
Malawi Expands U.S. Health Partnership The United States has expanded its network of health collaborations in Africa by bringing Malawi into a multi-million dollar bilateral agreement. Under the America First Global Health Strategy, Malawi has signed a five-year, $936 million Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States to strengthen health systems, improve disease surveillance,…
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Antarctica Faces a Hidden Threat: H5N1 Avian Influenza and Skua Mortality
Overview: A Panzootic Challenge for Antarctic Wildlife Recent studies and field observations highlight a troubling trend: the highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5N1) is expanding its reach, with dangerous implications for seabird colonies in remote regions such as Antarctica. While H5N1 has long been a concern for poultry and coastal ecosystems, the emergence of cases…
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US HIV Aid Cuts in Sub-Saharan Africa Pose Global Health Risks, Experts Say
Overview: Why US HIV Aid Cuts Matter The CIDRAP report highlights a looming threat to global health security as the United States scales back funding for HIV programs in sub-Saharan Africa. While foreign aid policies often shift with political winds, reductions in HIV prevention, treatment, and surveillance programs in this region can reverberate far beyond…
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Liberia’s NPHIL Highlights 2025 Health Gains Under Dr. Nyan, Countering Board’s Iffy Efficiency Claims
Overview: NPHIL’s Reported Progress in 2025 The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) has asserted that 2025 has marked a period of notable progress under the leadership of its former Director General, Dr. Dougbeh Christopher Nyan. In a year characterized by health system reforms and strategic collaborations, NPHIL officials say the agency achieved milestones…
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Sri Lanka Faces a Dengue Spike in Early 2026
Sharp Rise in Dengue Cases Across Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is experiencing a notable uptick in dengue fever as the new year begins. Health officials reported that 2,170 dengue cases were recorded in the first nine days of 2026, averaging about 240 cases per day across 41 Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions. The surge…