Africa Pushes Back Against US Travel Ban Linked to Ebola, Calls for Science-Driven Global Response
Michael Gwarisa African health leaders have pushed back against recent travel restrictions imposed by the United States in response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa, warning that such measures may undermine coordinated outbreak control efforts and weaken global solidarity. The U.S. recently issued a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” advisory for the
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In Zimbabwe, Relatives Could Now Be Called to Donate Blood for Patients
Michael Gwarisa In a move aimed at reducing costs related to blood and blood products, the Government of Zimbabwe says it is working on a plan to allow relatives and family members to donate blood for their loved ones on demand. The Government says it is working on plans to ease the cost and improve
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US Suspends Entry of Travelers From Uganda, DRC Over Ebola Outbreak Fears
Michael Gwarisa The United States has imposed emergency travel restrictions on travelers from Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and South Sudan following a growing outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, drawing concern from African health authorities who warned against punitive measures that could undermine outbreak response efforts. In an order issued
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