In world first, Nigeria introduces new 5-in-1 vaccine against meningitis
In a historic move, Nigeria has become the first country in the world to roll out a new vaccine (called Men5CV) recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), which protects people against five strains...
Enhancing Global Health and Well-Being: WHO and the Netherlands strengthen their Partnership
WHO and Netherlands Strategic Dialogue in The Hague, Netherlands 10 April 2024. Credit: WHOThe WHO and the Netherlands convened in The Hague on 10 April 2024, to discuss joint priorities and alignment between the...
Rape, murder and hunger: The legacy of Sudan’s year of war
Suffering is growing too and is likely to get worse, Justin Brady, head of the UN humanitarian relief office, OCHA, in Sudan, warned UN News.“Without more resources, not only will we not be able...
Nigeria first country to introduce ‘revolutionary’ meningitis vaccine
The Men5CV vaccine offers a powerful shield against the five major strains of the meningococcal bacteria - A, C, W, Y and X - which cause the disease. Known by the brand name MenFive, it...
UN pays tribute to victims and survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi...
The commemoration in the General Assembly Hall was held to remember the victims and honour the survivors and those who tried to stop the genocide.
Focus was also on young people who have grown up...
