Liberia: Health Workers Go On Strike Over Salary Disparities

Patients and their relatives in Nimba County have expressed frustration over the ongoing indefinite strike by health workers which has severely impacted healthcare services in… Read more »

Liberia: Maternal Waiting Homes in Rural Areas Lack Basic Necessities Putting Lives of Mothers and Babies At Risk

When Amelia Nyanamah entered the eighth month of her pregnancy her village midwife advised her to go to the nearby maternal waiting home for a safer delivery. The 38-year-old… Read more »

Liberia: Nairobi Fly - a Hidden Hazard Surfaces in Monrovia

The Nairobi fly, an insect native to East Africa, has resurfaced in Liberia, causing widespread concern across Monrovia and its surrounding areas. Read more »

Liberia: Medica Liberia Launches Second Phase of Srgbv Project in Southeast to Empower Schools and Communities

Medica Liberia has launched the second phase of its project aimed at reducing school-related gender-based violence (SRGBV) in southeastern Liberia. Titled: "Empowering Teachers,… Read more »

Liberia: National Commission On Disabilities to Celebrate International Day of Persons With Disabilities

The National Commission on Disabilities is pleased to announce the celebration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, taking place from November 30 to December 3,… Read more »

Liberia: Nahwul Commends Progress in Advocacy Efforts for Healthcare Workers, Urges Continued Patience

The National Health Workers Union of Liberia (NAHWUL) has reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for better working conditions and wages for healthcare providers while calling on… Read more »

Liberia: Moh, Plan International Liberia Hold Workshop to Boost Quality Laboratory Services

A two-day workshop to boost quality Laboratory services and integrated Lab system management strengthening, ended in Monrovia on Thursday, through support from Global Fund. Read more »

Liberia: NPHIL Confirms Three New Cases of Mpox-Clade-

The Director General of the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL), Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan, has confirmed three new cases, summing up a total of 11 cases of… Read more »

Liberia: Arcelormittal Liberia Donates 40-Foot Container of Medical Supplies to G.W. Harley Hospital in Nimba County

In a continued effort to support Liberia's healthcare system, ArcelorMittal Liberia has donated a 40-foot container filled with medical supplies and equipment to the G.W. Harley… Read more »

Liberia: The Friendly Counselor Foundation Commemorates World Mental Health Day

The Friendly Counselor Foundation (TCF), a non-profit organization, marked World Mental Health Day on October 10, 2024, in alignment with the global theme "Prioritize Your Mental… Read more »

Liberia: USAID Suspends Support for Ecohealth Alliance's Conservation Efforts in Liberia

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has suspended its support to the EcoHealth Alliance (EHA), effectively halting ongoing conservation projects in… Read more »

Liberia: Kuoh Clears Senior Female Professionals $7895 Bills

The Chief Executive Officer of New Electric Energy Vehicle (NEEV-) Liberia, Cassell Anthony Kuoh, has cleared the medical bills of senior female professionals at the ELWA Hospital… Read more »

Liberia: USAID, IRC Turnover Electronic Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response System to Government

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the International Rescue Committee (IRC) on Wednesday September 18, 2024 formally transferred the electronic… Read more »

Liberia: National Coalition Against Harmful Practices Expresses Deep Concern Over Resumption of Female Genital Mutilation in Liberia

The National Coalition Against Harmful Practices (NACAPH) is alarmed by reports indicating a widespread resurgence of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) activities in various regions… Read more »

Liberia: Liberia Reports First Confirmed Case of Monkeypox Since Who Announcement

The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) has confirmed one case of Monkeypox virus in Sinoe County Liberia. Read more »

Liberia: Poor Waste Management Threatens Public Health and Livelihoods

In the heart of the Police Academy in Paynesville, the growing menace of plastic pollution and inadequate waste management are posing severe threats to public health. Read more »

Liberia: Three in Every Five Rural Liberians Have No Access to Toilets

Delvhain Duo digs the wet sandy ground in front of her three room house, for her 9-year-old son, Rahinha to toilet. No one knows better than Madam Duo, the risks of burying feces… Read more »

Liberia: Sixty-Four Persons Tested & Treated for Hearing Difficulties As Church Aid Celebrates 26th Anniversary

Church Aid Incorporated, in collaboration with its local partners OCM Health Team, Rotary Club of Monrovia and local communities celebrated its 26th anniversary over the weekend in… Read more »

Liberia: NPHIL Confirms Monkeypox Outbreak, Urges Public to Take Preventive Measures

The National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) has reported an outbreak of the Monkeypox virus (Mpox) in several countries within the World Health Organization (WHO)… Read more »

Liberia: Liberian Gospel Musician Unveils $1.2m Hospital in Margibi County

Monrovia, August 13, 2024: A Liberian gospel musician based in the United States of America, Charles Sleyon, has unveiled a $1.2 million health facility in Morris Farm, Lower… Read more »

Liberia: Liberia National Physician Assistants President Discloses Unspecified Actions Over Salary Increment Policy Implementation

The president of the Liberia National Physician Assistants, Theophilus Tamba Fayiah, has given the government a July 24, 2024 ultimatum to seek the interest of increment in health… Read more »

Liberia: Leaked Communication Reveals Health Workers' Plan for Major Strike Over Government's Delay in Implementing Reclassification Policy and Poor Management

Health Workers across Liberia are expected to embark on a major strike action over the delay in Implementing the Salary Re-classification Policy. Read more »

Liberia: 'Multi-Rider Motorcycle Helmet Exchange Poses No Major Public Health Risk' - Says Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan

Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan, a Biomedical scientist and public health expert, has reassured the public that the multi-rider exchange of motorcycle helmets does not pose a public health… Read more »

Liberia: LMHRA Seizes Over $4,000 Expired Pharmaceuticals in Ganta

The Liberia Medicines and Health Products Regulatory Authority (LMHRA) has seized a huge quantity of expired pharmaceuticals formed in the possession of NAND Pharmacy branch# 3 in… Read more »

Liberia: In Rural Areas Giving Birth Means Risking Death

The physical challenges of pregnancy are difficult for women everywhere. But in rural Liberia pregnancy is dangerous. Read more »