Pious Aboagye

I am a Researcher in infectious diseases epidemiology including NTDs

[Africa CDC @AfricaCDC]

Africa’s health security depends on a skilled public health workforce. But training alone is not enough. The skills people gain must also be recognised.

With Africa facing a projected shortage of 5.85 million health workers, Africa CDC is introducing a new accreditation framework to improve the quality of public health training and ensure that learning is recognised.

Developed with the Association of Schools of Public Health in Africa (ASPHA), the framework will help ensure that training builds the right skills and delivers real results.

Investing in training matters. Making sure it counts matters even more.

Read more | https://t.co/cVKAZP1Rkk

#AfricaCDC #PublicHealth #HealthWorkforce

[Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative @DNDi]

Acoziborole has shown promise as a single-dose treatment for gambiense sleeping sickness. This study in @PLOSNTDs suggests it could be equally effective against rhodesiense sleeping sickness, an important step toward eliminating the disease.

https://t.co/XITRUIln1t

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Your support can change someone’s journey.

Get to know people who live with #MentalHealth conditions.
Listen to people's experiences without judgement.
Challenge stigma and discrimination.
Promote inclusion, dignity and respect.

https://t.co/F54tFjEF5k

[UN Humanitarian @UNOCHA]

In #Kenya, authorities have confirmed the country’s first imported Ebola case caused by the Bundibugyo virus.

The UN and partners are supporting Government-led efforts to prevent further transmission and strengthen preparedness and response.

Read more: https://t.co/JT36ljVz12

[WHO Kenya @WHOKenya]

#Ebola virus disease spreads through direct contact with the blood or body fluids of a sick person, or contaminated materials. It does not spread through the air.

🧼 Wash hands often with soap and water
🚫 Avoid touching anyone who is sick, or their body fluids
🏥 Seek care early at a health facility if unwell
📞 Call 719 for information

@MOH_Kenya

[Africa CDC @AfricaCDC]

Women are driving change across Africa. Africa is ready to give women a stronger voice in shaping health, communities and the future of the continent.

At CPHIA 2026, we will highlight the ideas, leadership and contributions of women in building a stronger Africa.

Africa is ready. Are you?

📅 23–27 November 2026 📍 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
🔗 Register NOW: https://t.co/C2850qoxL5

#CPHIA2026 #AfricaReady

[WHO Kenya @WHOKenya]

Protect yourself from #Ebola:

🧼 Wash hands often
🚫 Avoid contact with a sick person's body fluids
⚰️ Don't touch bodies of suspected cases
🩺 Fever or bleeding? Seek care early
📞 Call 719
Ebola does not spread through the air.
@MOH_Kenya #Ebola #Kenya

[Pious Aboagye @Pious_Aboagye]

Ever wondered how to get involved in the fight against Neglected Tropical Diseases (#NTDs) as a young person?
Then join us for this special session of our #Webinar series “NTDs around the world” which will explore pathways for youth engagement in NTDs.

[Pious Aboagye @Pious_Aboagye]

Your laptop can be your office. Your skills can pay in dollars.

Thrive Africa is giving YOU the chance to master high-income digital skills and launch a real career.

Get support to study abroad and land high paying job opportunities

https://t.co/b8jiYC7cfS

[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

How are new vaccines and medicines tested?
Find out 👇🏾

#ViralFactsAfrica
@viralfacts

[Neglected Global Diseases Initiative at UBC @NGDIUBC1]

https://t.co/VqFLksFbRx
@COVID19_disease @who @Can_NTDs @ISNTD_Press @lsuscience @AAPSComms @ThePFID @AfricaCDC

[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

#Pneumonia is a leading cause of illness and death among children under 5, but it is preventable.

Here’s how:

💉 Immunization
🥦 Adequate nutrition, incl. breastfeeding
🌫️ Reducing exposure to indoor air pollution
🏡 Improving housing conditions
🚭 Avoiding smoking near children

https://t.co/THtxB28H9e

[UNEXᴳᴴ 🇬🇭 @unexgh_official]

Want to build a career in cybersecurity? THRIVE Africa is offering a 6-month, 100% tuition-free Professional Certificate in Cybersecurity with live online classes, a guaranteed internship and no IT background required. Open to young people and students across Africa. Register for free at https://t.co/PLGpF6drZ4.

#UNEXGH #CareerConnect #ThriveAfrica

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

Congratulations to the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Fiocruz, for the landmark achievement of receiving authorization to undertake clinical trials for #Brazil’s first domestically developed mRNA vaccine. 

This milestone reflects Brazil’s scientific excellence and growing leadership in health innovation. Fiocruz is also the first partner in @WHO’s Global mRNA Technology Transfer Programme to advance an mRNA product to clinical trials. 

WHO remains committed to working closely with Brazil and our partners to strengthen local and regional mRNA manufacturing capacities, expand equitable access to vaccines and other medical countermeasures, and build a more resilient future for health in Brazil, the region, and beyond.

https://t.co/llGDNzNqQ1

[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth.🩷

If you notice any of these symptoms, it’s important to get checked by a healthcare professional immediately 👇🏿

#PinkOctober

https://t.co/MUcYBGJjbP

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

What is the world’s biggest killer?
It's ischaemic heart disease, responsible for 16% of the world’s total deaths - that is equal to 9.5 million deaths in 2023.

Stroke and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease were the second and third leading causes of deaths in 2023, responsible for approximately 11% (6.8 million) and 6% (3.6 million) of total deaths, respectively.

💔 Ischaemic heart disease is a condition where the heart muscle receives less blood flow and oxygen because the coronary arteries are narrowed or blocked.

🧠 Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, either due to a blockage or bleeding.

🫁 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common lung disease causing restricted airflow and breathing problems. It is sometimes called emphysema or chronic bronchitis.

New global health estimates https://t.co/MQhHd5X48V

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

The scale-up of the Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is making a difference.

New supplies, strengthened logistics and expanded support for frontline teams are helping to reinforce treatment, surveillance, laboratory services and infection prevention efforts in affected communities. However, transmission persists and new hotspots continue to emerge, underscoring the need to sustain and further scale up the response.

To stay ahead of the outbreak, we must continue investing in the capacities needed on the ground: more health workers, stronger surveillance, expanded access to care, safe and dignified burials, and deeper community engagement. The progress achieved so far remains fragile and cannot be taken for granted.

I thank all partners supporting the response, including those helping to mobilize and deliver critical supplies and equipment to affected communities. Their solidarity and commitment are helping strengthen operations where they are needed most.

WHO is supporting the Government of the DRC and partners by providing technical expertise, operational leadership and support and delivering essential supplies. Sustained investment, solidarity and collective action will be critical to protect communities, save lives and bring this outbreak to an end.

https://t.co/0zwsbdltAb

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Most common sign of a #stroke is sudden weakness of the face, arm, or leg, often on one side of the body.

Other symptoms include dizziness, loss of balance and sudden difficulty speaking, seeing or walking.

If you or someone you know experiences these symptoms, seek medical care immediately https://t.co/QLotGRA6Zd

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

Once symptoms of rabies set in, it is fatal.
But, rabies deaths are preventable. And every minute matters.

Here's what you need to know.

[Centre for NTD Research (CNTDR) - UHAS @UHAS_NTD]

Live from Kigali, Rwanda! 🇷🇼 #NNN2026

Our Director, Dr. Alfred Kwesi Manyeh, together with co-presenter Dr. Laura Dean presented IMAGINE GHANA! 🇬🇭🌍

You can't #BeatNTDs without healing the mind.