Much like the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, Ebola revealed global inequities and exerted a debilitating psychological drag alongside its medical effects. My fellow Americans, who were so quick to condemn West Africa(ns) during the Ebola crisis, would be well served to recall their recent alarm as they struggle to address the Coronavirus.
Former Rep. Candidate Warns Against Complacency in COVID-19 Fight
Despite a reduction in new COVID-19 cases across the country, a former representative candidate in Montserrado’s 14th district, Kerkula Muka-Kamara, is warning against complacency in the fight against the pandemic.
Liberia Records Significant Improvement in COVID-19 Fight
Over the past month, Liberia has recorded a progressive decline in the number of new confirmed COVID-19 cases, signaling that the country may be making significant progress in the fight against the pandemic.
Grand Bassa Sees 22% Reduction in Vaccination of Children During COVID-19
Health authorities in Grand Bassa have revealed numbers that show a significant decrease in the utilization of health services in the county during the COVID19 outbreak. Most notably, it shows a 22.5 percent reduction in the number of children vaccinated from the first three months of the year to the first three months of the COVID-19 lockdown.
Vice President’s Office Tight-lipped after Referral Note Reveals COVID-19 Diagnosis
The office of Vice President Jewel Howard-Taylor has refused to make any further official comment on the medical conditions of the vice president since it was revealed that she tested positive for COVID-19.
River Cess’ Business Community Warns of Negative Impact of COVID-19
River Cess is experiencing one of its worst economic periods since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic in Liberia. Small businesses are struggling as a surge in new cases is creating uncertainty.
Grand Bassa’s Rep. Vincent Willie Calls Closure of Only Hospital in His District an ‘Emergency’
As confirmed COVID-19 cases have continued to increase in Grand Bassa, Rep. Vincent Willie of Grand Bassa’s fourth district is calling on the national government to act immediately to remedy the situation.
River Cess Has Three Additional Confirmed COVID-19 Cases
Barely two weeks after River Cess recorded its first confirmed COVID-19 case, the county health officer has announced three additional cases.