The Liberia Drugs Enforcement Agency has set ablaze narcotic substances valued at L$1,836,380 (US$12,242) in Gbarnga.
60 Officers to be Trained in Crisis Intervention
At least 60 Liberia National Police officers are being trained over the next few months in crisis intervention.
US$65k Mental Health Unit Dedicated at C.H. Rennie Hospital
A US$65,500 wellness unit situated on the compound of the C. H. Rennie hospital in Margibi has been completed.
INCHR Launches Right to Health Survey
The Independent National Commission on Human Rights is currently conducting a nationwide survey on the right to health and welfare.
Openly Transgender Liberian Woman Wins 2018 Sacramento Pride Award
The first Liberian openly known transgender woman, Grace Lawrence has been named as the 2018 Sacramento Pride Grand Marshal.
Nyenswah Says 13 Out of 73 Lassa Fever Cases Confirmed
Tolbert Nyenswah, director general of the National Public Health Institute of Liberia, says Liberia has reported 73 suspected cases of Lassa fever, with 13 confirmed.
NGO Campaigns to Remove Taxes on Menstrual Hygiene Products
A local NGO known as Community Healthcare Initiative is calling on the government to remove taxes on menstrual hygiene products to make it easier for girls to afford the items.
Efforts Announced to End Shortage of HIV Drugs
After The Bush Chicken reported on the current stockout of antiretroviral drugs at treatment facilities in the country, efforts have been announced to remedy the situation.