WHO records over 230,000 coronavirus cases in 24 hours
The World Health Organization reported a record increase in global coronavirus cases on Sunday, with the total rising by 230,370 in 24 hours. The biggest...
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Covid-19 treatment not for ‘highest bidders’ – Bill Gates
US-born billionaire and philanthropist, Bill Gates, has called for COVID-19 drugs and an eventual vaccine to be made available to countries that need them most,...
WHO acknowledges COVID19 may be ‘airborne’
The World Health Organisation has acknowledged “evidence emerging” of the airborne spread of the novel coronavirus, after a group of scientists urged the global body...
Covid-19: As WHO resumes use of Hydroxychloroquine PTF warns against self-medication
The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 has warned Nigerians to desist from buying Hydroxychloroquine drug for self-medication in a bid to fight the Covid-19...
Covid-19: US sends Brazil 2m doses of hydroxychloroquine
The US has sent Brazil more than 2 million doses of hydroxychloroquine, a malaria drug claimed by President Donald Trump as a reliable treatment for...
WHO suspends trial of Hydroxychloriquine as treatment for COVID-19
The World Health Organization said Monday it had “temporarily” suspended clinical trials of hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 being carried out across a...
Covid-19: Africa could face a ‘silent epidemic’ – WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) says it is worried Africa could face a “silent epidemic” if its leaders do not prioritize testing for Covid-19. The...
‘Very painful weeks’ ahead – Trump warns Americans
US President Donald Trump has told Americans to be ready for “very painful weeks” ahead as the country struggles to combat the coronavirus pandemic. Following...
UK PM warns public to ‘stay at home’
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the coronavirus is the “biggest threat (Britain) has faced for decades”. “You must stay at home,” Mr. Johnson told...