Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Egypt is certified malaria-free by WHO

Good news! Congratulations! What the pharaohs could not accomplish!

"The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Egypt as malaria-free, marking a significant public health milestone for a country with more than 100 million inhabitants. The achievement follows a nearly 100-year effort by the Egyptian government and people to end a disease that has been present in the country since ancient times. ...

Egypt is the third country to be awarded a malaria-free certification in the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region following the United Arab Emirates and Morocco, and the first since 2010. Globally, a total of 44 countries and 1 territory have reached this milestone. ..."

Egypt is certified malaria-free by WHO

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