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Newborn receiving Hepatitis B vaccine in Rwanda, part of nationwide vaccination program to prevent liver disease.

Rwanda Introduces Hepatitis B Vaccine for Newborns

Moise Munyaneza07.01.2026 10:5607.01.2026 10:5603 mins

The Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) has launched a new initiative to provide Hepatitis B vaccination to all newborns. The vaccine is administered within 24 hours of birth, giving infants early protection against liver disease caused by the Hepatitis B virus. Protecting Newborns from Liver Disease Hepatitis B is a serious viral infection that can lead…

A Rwandan woman using a home-based cervical cancer self-screening kit provided by Rwanda Biomedical Centre.

Rwanda Launches Home-Based Cervical Cancer Self-Screening Program

Moise Munyaneza07.01.2026 10:4207.01.2026 10:4404 mins

The Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) has announced the rollout of a new home-based cervical cancer self-screening program, allowing women to test themselves from the comfort of their homes without visiting health facilities. The initiative aims to expand access to screening services, promote early detection, and address long-standing challenges such as stigma, fear, and limited access…

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Rwanda Introduces Hepatitis B Vaccine for Newborns

Rwanda Launches Home-Based Cervical Cancer Self-Screening Program

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