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A Ray of Hope: The Launch of the Noma Centre in Abuja

By Nigeria Health Watch | December 16, 2023

The launch of the Noma Centre Abuja is set to transform medical care for those affected by the devastating noma disease. The centre is more than just a treatment centre, it represents a symbol of hope, compassion, and community support, offering free services to those affected by the disease. Noma, a disease that primarily affects […]

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 15th December 2023

By Nigeria Health Watch | December 15, 2023

FG To Unveil Universal Health Coverage Initiative. WHO confirms 25 new cases of COVID-19 in Nigeria. Federal Govt Links Poor Functional PHCs To Alarming Child Mortality Rate In Nigeria. Nutrition Society calls for swift action to tackle Nigeria’s malnutrition crisis. Adamawa Set For Fresh Polio Vaccination. US Agency Approves Cure For Sickle Cell Disease. Public […]

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Destination, Universal Health Coverage for all Nigerians: Can a Sector-Wide Approach Get Us There?

By Nigeria Health Watch | December 14, 2023

Chibuike Alagboso and Safiya Shuaibu Isa (Lead Writers) The repositioning of Nigeria’s health sector is benefiting from the highest levels of political engagement. The involvement of critical stakeholders with the power and influence to bring about the desired changes, to accelerate the country’s attainment of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) has provided the health sector with […]

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Achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Nigeria Through Private Sector Financing

By Nigeria Health Watch | December 12, 2023

Editor’s note: Political leadership to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC) has never been more crucial in Nigeria than it is now. In line with the theme for UHC Day 2023- Health for All: Time for Action- policymakers need to take immediate action to ensure health for Nigerians without financial difficulties. This Thought Leadership article highlights […]

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What Has Climate Change Got to Do With Me?

By Nigeria Health Watch | December 10, 2023

Wetin concern Nigeria and climate change? (how does climate change concern Nigeria?) This was a post shared on the social networking site X on the very same day that the Conference of the Parties (COP) held a full day dedicated to climate change and health, as part of its 28th convening in Dubai, United Arab […]

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