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Burundi Takes Major Step in Malaria Prevention with Vaccine Rollout

A new vaccination campaign targeting high-risk regions aims to significantly reduce malaria cases, with over 257,000 children set to receive the malaria vaccine...

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Burundi Announces New Bonuses for Doctors to Address Wage Discontent

New allowances for doctors aim to tackle low salaries as Burundi faces a growing exodus of healthcare professionals.

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Burundi to Hold Discussions With Health Sector Unions Over Wage Demands

With medical professionals demanding better pay, Burundi’s labor council steps in to mediate talks between the government and unions.

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Burundi’s Health Workers Union Calls for Unconditional Release of Doctors Detained Over Wage Demands

"The detention of these medical professionals is not only an act of violence but also anti-union and anti-democratic," FNSS says.

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Burundi Implements Preventive Measures Amid Looming Marburg Outbreak

Health authorities in Burundi step up vigilance with enhanced border screenings and public awareness efforts to prevent Marburg virus from crossing borders.

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Over 3,200 Infected with MPOX in Burundi as Minister Leads Review of Response

With 3,236 infected, Burundi’s government reviews strategy to fight MPOX and prevent further spread.

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Burundi Receives Crucial Donation to Combat Mpox as Cases Rise Above 2,000

The new diagnostic tools are critical in controlling the disease, which has led to 2,858 confirmed cases, one death, and 284 hospitalizations to...

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Cankuzo Province Grapples with Persistent Malnutrition Crisis as Child Rights Group Calls for Urgent Action

Despite a small drop in malnutrition rates, Cankuzo province faces persistent challenges, prompting calls for action to enhance food security and economic conditions.

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