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7.0-magnitude quake hits Kermadec Islands, New Zealand: CENC

Mar 16, 2023

Beijing [China], March 16: A 7.0-magnitude earthquake jolted the Kermadec Islands of New Zealand at 8:56 a.m. Thursday (Beijing Time), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
The epicenter, with a depth of 10 km, was monitored at 30.2 degrees south latitude and 176.05 degrees west longitude, said the CENC.
Source: Xinhua

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Empowering Communities Under Universal Health Coverage - A Kenyan Government Initiative

Nairobi [Kenya], May 17: In Kenya, a remarkable healthcare initiative is unfolding, driven by the tireless commitment of Community Health Promoters (CHPs) who serve as the backbone of the Universal Healthcare program. These dedicated individuals are at the forefront, delivering crucial healthcare services directly to households nationwide, free of charge. Equipped with comprehensive kits, each CHP is empowered to provide basic medical care, conduct screenings, and offer health education within their communities. With the Ministry of Health enrolling 100,000 community health promoters for this initiative, and each being assigned 100 households, the aim is to reach every corner of the nation, covering a staggering 10 million households.

May 17, 2024