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Better Health Somaliland @betterhealthsomaliland.com · 1d

📣 Partnership Announcement 📣

We’re excited to announce a Memorandum of Understanding between Better Health Somaliland and Accelerate Africa Development to advance health and nutrition initiatives across #Somaliland — driving sustainable, locally-led solutions for stronger, healthier communities.

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Sagal Ashour @sagalashour.bsky.social · 7d

There is a growing consensus that global south countries should set their own health priorities, but private sector collaboration will remain critical. #Somaliland www.devex.com/news/where-d...

Where does the private sector fit in the Accra Reset?

There is a growing consensus that global south countries should set their own health priorities, but private sector collaboration will remain critical.

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Angie Rasmussen @angierasmussen.bsky.social · 12d

I don’t know who needs to hear this but the CDC is being eviscerated right now. America is not going to have any kind of outbreak response capacity after tonight. Americans’ health data is no longer secure. Say goodbye to federal public health in any capacity. It’s a disaster. We won’t recover.

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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · 11d

So now the Administration are saying that the mass firing of CDC scientists, including many responsible for preventing outbreaks, was an “error” and many will be brought back.

Whether by intention or incompetence, dismantling public health will kill people.

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Better Health Somaliland @betterhealthsomaliland.com · 13d

Our CEO Dr Essa Jama participated in the 9th Annual Conference of the Somaliland Medical Association, held this week in Hargeisa.

The gathering brought together medical professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss improvement of health system and collaboration across the health sector.

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Sagal Ashour @sagalashour.bsky.social · 20d

Proud to see @betterhealthsomaliland.com joining Somaliland’s ministry of health dev & partners for #WorldHeartDay From panel talks to community screenings, BHSL is collaborating with stakeholders to tackle major public health challenges.

Great to see the team driving this important work forward.

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Better Health Somaliland @betterhealthsomaliland.com · 22d

Better Health Somaliland will join Somaliland MoHD and key partners for collaborative public health event to mark World Heart Day on 2nd October 2025. The event focuses on cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide
#WorldHeartDay ##PublicHealth #CVDPrevention

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Sagal Ashour @sagalashour.bsky.social · 22d

President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro on Monday showcased Somaliland’s investment potential at The Africa Debate – UAE 2025 in Dubai, telling investors that Somaliland offers stability, strategic location and access to fast-growing regional markets.

www.horndiplomat.com/2025/09/soma...

Somaliland President Pitches Investment Opportunities at Africa Debate UAE

Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro on Monday showcased his country’s investment potential at The Africa Debate

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Better Health Somaliland @betterhealthsomaliland.com · 24d

Polio Vaccination Campaign Launches Nationwide! 💉

Dr. Ahmed Mahmoud Jama, Director General of the Ministry of Health Development of Somaliland, announces that the nationwide polio vaccination campaign has officially started today in Somaliland and will run for 5 days.

#HealthForAll #Somaliland

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Sagal Ashour @sagalashour.bsky.social · 25d

Somaliland is stepping onto the international investment stage, as President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi “Irro” travels to Dubai to highlight the country’s strategic Berbera Port and its potential as a gateway to East Africa. www.horndiplomat.com/2025/09/from...

From Ports to Investment: President Irro Puts Somaliland on UAE’s Global Stage

Somaliland is stepping onto the international investment stage, as President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi “Irro” travels to Dubai

www.horndiplomat.com

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Prof Nisreen Alwan @nisreenalwan.bsky.social · Sep 23

Being anti vaccines for babies is one of the surest signs of a declining civilisation. There could be no clearer evidence on childhood vaccination saving lives and preserving health and yet we’re being distracted by debating this issue.

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The Associated Press @apnews.com · Sep 22

BREAKING: President Trump promotes unproven ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism without new evidence.

Trump promotes unproven ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism without new evidence

President Donald Trump is using the platform of the presidency to promote unproven ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism without giving new evidence.

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Casfetera 🇪🇺 🇺🇦 🇵🇸 @casfetera.bsky.social · Sep 20

What "impact"?

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Long Covid Scotland @longcovidscot.bsky.social · Sep 21

36% of people with confirmed COVID develop Long COVID, per a mega-review of 429 studies. Higher in hospitalised patients (44%). Common issues: fatigue, respiratory and neurological problems. This is a long-term public health challenge.

www.eatg.org/hiv-news/more-...
#LongCovid #PublicHealth

More than one-third of individuals with COVID-19 experience long COVID

Long COVID remains a globally persistent condition, with a pooled prevalence of 36% worldwide, highlighting the urgent need for follow-up studies and policy responses.

www.eatg.org

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Krutika Kuppalli, MD FIDSA @krutikakuppalli.bsky.social · Sep 22

In 8 months, this administration has done more to undermine science & vaccines than Wakefield’s bogus, retracted study linking the #MMR #vaccine to autism ever did.

Wakefield lit the match. 🚬
This White House poured gas. ⛽🔥

The damage to public health, vaccinations & health will last generations.

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Sagal Ashour @sagalashour.bsky.social · Sep 22

Taiwan is investing 1 million USD towards a Somaliland National Data Centre. Currently Somaliland’s gov is making decisions without reliable, accurate and homegrown data, with policies made on assumptions.

Sagal Ashour @sagalashour.bsky.social · Sep 22

As world leaders convene in New York for the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), African policymakers eye an opportunity to redefine the continent’s relationship with donors in health financing. www.scidev.net/sub-saharan-...

Q&A: Rethink of African health finance needed at UN talks

UN General Assembly could pave the way to critical reforms in African health funding.

www.scidev.net

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Better Health Somaliland @betterhealthsomaliland.com · Sep 20

Ururka Better Health Somaliland oo qabtay shir lagaga hadlayo horumarin Caafimaadka www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxhy...

Ururka Better Health Somaliland oo qabtay shir lagaga hadlayo horumarin Caafimaadka

YouTube video by MM Somali TV

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Better Health Somaliland @betterhealthsomaliland.com · Sep 20

Somaliland Hosts First-Ever Public Health Conference to Shape a Healthier Future

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Somalia: Somaliland Hosts First-Ever Public Health Conference to Shape a Healthier Future

Somaliland today held its first-ever Public Health Conference, a historic gathering aimed at addressing the country's pressing health challenges and charting sustainable solutions for the future.

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Better Health Somaliland @betterhealthsomaliland.com · Sep 20

#Somaliland Hosts First-Ever Public Health Conference to Shape a Healthier Future

The event, organised by Better Health Somaliland brought together public health leaders, policymakers, practitioners, academics, and community representatives in Somaliland.

www.horndiplomat.com/2025/09/soma...

Somaliland Hosts First-Ever Public Health Conference to Shape a Healthier Future

Somaliland today held its first-ever Public Health Conference, a historic gathering aimed at addressing the country’s pressing health

www.horndiplomat.com

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Better Health Somaliland @betterhealthsomaliland.com · Sep 20

An exciting chapter is unfolding for Better Health Somaliland. We’re exploring new collaborations that can strengthen health systems and spark innovations

Companies, NGOs, & institutions eager to collaborate - let’s talk 🫱🏾‍🫲🏼

📩 Connect with us to explore possibilities: [email protected]

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Sagal Ashour @sagalashour.bsky.social · Sep 19

I’m a former CDC director. I’m deeply concerned about the future of vaccines in the U.S. www.statnews.com/2025/09/16/r... via @statnews.com

I’m a former CDC director. I’m deeply concerned about the future of vaccines in the U.S.

“I am deeply saddened for the agency I was honored to lead, for colleagues put in harm’s way, and for the quiet heroism of public health workers who are derided for political gain,” Rochelle Walensky ...

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Sagal Ashour @sagalashour.bsky.social · Sep 18

Somaliland Ministry of Health Development commenced childhood immunisation of rotavirus and pneumococcal vaccinations for the first time in the country. This is such a great step to reducing child mortality and health inequalities.

Sagal Ashour @sagalashour.bsky.social · Sep 17

How long until we address the deteriorating measles outbreak in the US and its potential impact via diaspora travels to African countries with weak healthcare systems. We need to be prepared for imported cases.

💙 Happysnarkygal 💙 @happysnarkygal.bsky.social · Sep 17

Measles cases (3 currently) confirmed in Chicago (O’Hare Airport as potential contact site). chicago.suntimes.com/health/2025/...

3rd Cook County measles case reported in suburban Chicago

The latest case of the highly contagious viral disease was identified in an unvaccinated 4-year-old. Terminal 5 at O'Hare International Airport was a point of public exposure on Thursday between 7:30 ...

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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · Sep 16

When you get a vaccine or a medical checkup, we expect the healthcare worker to wash their hands and wear gloves.

We should think the same about wearing masks in medical settings. Viruses can spread pre-symptomatically; masks are another effective infection control measure.

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