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Rebels Near Goma: What's Behind the Crisis?

January 27, 2025

In a sudden and worrying move, rebels from the M23 group, backed by Rwanda, have moved towards the city of Goma in eastern Congo. This put the local population of around 2 million in a state of panic, as they feared a major conflict was coming their way. The U. N. described the situation as dire, wi

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Respectful Childbirth in Rwanda: Mothers' Experiences and Views

January 18, 2025

The World Health Organization stresses the importance of respectful and dignified childbirth. Yet, many countries, including Rwanda, have reported negative experiences during labor and delivery. Instead of focusing only on the challenges, this study explored the positive experiences and perceptions

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Fighting Rheumatic Heart Disease: How Rwanda is Leading Global Efforts

January 16, 2025

Rwanda has become a key player in the global battle against rheumatic heart disease (RHD). The country is home to the Rwanda RHD Research Network, which serves as a central hub for international collaboration. This network brings together scientists, doctors, and public health experts from around th

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Spotlight on Brucellosis: Rwamagana's Milk Market Conundrum

December 25, 2024

Brucellosis is a sneaky disease that affects livestock in parts of Rwanda, including the Rwamagana District. This disease is a bit like a hidden monster, sometimes causing no symptoms but still able to spread. Farmers often sell their milk through informal channels, combining milk from different hou

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Why Rwanda's Pregnant Women Aren't Getting Enough Care: A Closer Look

December 22, 2024

Moms-to-be in Rwanda aren't using antenatal care (ANC) services as much as they should. This matters a lot because ANC helps keep pregnancies healthy and safe. While things have gotten better over time, Sub-Saharan Africa still lags behind. This paper digs into why Rwandan women aren't using ANC ser

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Rwanda Says Goodbye to Marburg Outbreak

December 21, 2024

Rwanda and the World Health Organization have announced that the Marburg virus outbreak in the country is officially over. No new cases have been reported in recent weeks, which is a promising sign. The outbreak began on September 27 and resulted in 15 deaths and 66 cases. Most of the affected indiv

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What You Need to Know About the Marburg Virus Outbreak

December 4, 2024

Ever heard of the Marburg virus? It’s a scary disease that’s been making headlines lately. In Rwanda, at least 66 people have gotten sick and sadly, 15 have died from it. This virus is related to Ebola and can cause bleeding from different parts of the body, including the eyes. That’s why it’s somet

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Healing Together: Rwanda's Community Approach to Mental Health

November 17, 2024

Imagine a world where people come together to heal from traumatic experiences. This is what's happening in Rwanda, thanks to a unique model called Community-Based Social Healing (CBSH). Created by the Ubuntu Centre for Peace, this approach combines therapies that focus on breath, body, and mind, alo

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US to Screen Travelers from Rwanda for Marburg Virus

October 8, 2024

Hey there! Ever heard of Marburg? It’s a nasty virus that can cause fever, bleeding, and serious health issues, similar to Ebola. Well, starting mid-October, the US is going to start checking passengers who've been in Rwanda recently. These travelers will go through specific airports like Chicago O’

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US to Screen Travelers from Rwanda for Marburg Virus

October 8, 2024

Next week, travelers entering the US who have been in Rwanda in the past 21 days will face health screenings. This is due to an outbreak of Marburg virus, a deadly disease similar to Ebola. The virus spreads through contact with bodily fluids and has a long incubation period. Symptoms include fever,