West African scientists warn of weakening health systems and urge stronger outbreak detection
LOME, Togo (AP) — West African laboratory scientists called on governments Friday to strengthen capacity to detect disease outbreaks to avoid another major outbreak, saying health systems across the region are becoming weaker. The scientists issued their warning in Togo's capital, Lome, where they have gathered this week to discuss the region's level of preparation for disease outbreaks and dependence on vaccines from Western countries. They said governments in the region have to cooperate a...
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