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The World Health Organization (WHO) declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on Wednesday, August 14, in response to the alarming spread of the mpox virus in Central and Eastern Africa. This virus, known for its...
World Bees Day 2024 was celebrated on Monday 20 May in Sotouboua, with a number of activities based on the theme ‘Let's fly to the rescue of bees with young people’. It was accompanied by a competition to find the best honey.
Monkeypox is rife in certain regions of the world, particularly in Africa. It has been declared a continental and international public health emergency by the CDC Africa and the World Health Organisation respectively. It is a contagious virus that ca
Good hygiene is a real obstacle to many infectious diseases, particularly those of feco-oral origin, and promotes health and well-being. For hygiene improvements to be of maximum benefit, they must be accompanied by improvements in drinking water sup
The ethics of blood donation are based on four fundamental principles that enable the CNTS to ensure national self-sufficiency in blood products. These fundamental principles, which are anonymity, voluntariness and non-profit, guarantee the safety, f
The Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene has a new leader. Professor Moustafa Mijiyawa has passed the baton to Professor Tchin Darré following the formation of the new government unveiled on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. According to directives,...
In Togo, epidemiological surveillance is being stepped up by the public authorities to prevent the spread of monkeypox. The reinforced measures come at a time when the disease has been declared a public health emergency on a continental and internati
Almost one billion people worldwide are affected by obesity. These are the findings of a study published in the British medical journal ‘The Lancet’ and carried out in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) to mark World Obesity Day o
Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) plays an essential role in preserving the health of infants, particularly in developing countries such as those in Africa. The role of AME as a public health strategy is crucial in reducing infant mortality, promoting he
Donating blood is a vital act that saves millions of lives every year. However, despite awareness campaigns, reluctance to donate blood remains a major obstacle. What are the factors behind this reluctance, along with strategies and motivational mess
On Tuesday 6 August, the Ministry of Health launched the first phase of the annual mass treatment campaign against onchocerciasis, bilharzia and intestinal worms throughout Togo. This initiative, carried out in partnership with the World Health Organ
Togolese sports medicine specialist Dr Damien Ekoué Kouvahey discusses the impact of this situation on athletes' health and performance.