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Russia Tells WHO 'No Plague Cases' In Irkutsk After Lab Worker's Death, Cause Of Pneumonia Still Unclear

A mysterious death at a Siberian anti-plague research institute has triggered international attention, but Russia has now told the World Health Organization (WHO) that no cases of plague have been…

  • Russia informed WHO no plague cases in Irkutsk after lab worker's death.
  • Pneumonia cause unclear; initial symptoms reported as acute viral infection.
  • WHO provided technical support and requested further information on cause.

KMPDU demands answers on how Ebola entered Kenya

KMPDU has demanded urgent measures to protect healthcare workers and strengthen Ebola preparedness after Kenya confirmed an imported Bundibugyo Ebola case that later turned fatal in Nairobi.

  • KMPDU demands answers on Ebola entry.
  • Nine killed in Sunday strikes, three children.
  • Discount runs Aug 1 to Sep 7.

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