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The Street is Not a Home: Illuminating Streetism in Cross River State

By Nigeria Health Watch | October 5, 2023

By Bernard Assim- Ita and Samuel Gada (Lead Writers) Editor’s Note: Reports from the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly reveal that we are behind in meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. But just how far off track are we? As we strive to achieve the ambitious goals laid out in the […]

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Understanding the Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria: Causes and Solutions

By Nigeria Health Watch | October 2, 2023

By Ibukun Oguntola and Abara Erim (lead Writers)

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 29th September 2023

By Nigeria Health Watch | September 29, 2023

Health for all illusion without functional primary healthcare — EXPERTS. UNGA 78: Nigeria, Others Approve Declaration On Ending TB By 2030. Vaccinate dogs yearly against rabies, FG urges dog owners.The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Nigeria Raises Alarm Over Unprecedented Diphtheria Outbreak, Urges Urgent Vaccination. High cost of treatment, hampering management of sickle cell disease, […]

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Bridging the Healthcare Gap for Persons Living with Disabilities

By Nigeria Health Watch | September 27, 2023

By Sonia Biose and Sunday Oko (lead Writers) Editor’s note: Developing a disability-inclusive healthcare system in Nigeria is critical to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). In this Thought Leadership piece, Sonia Biose and Sunday Oko discuss the barriers persons with disabilities face when accessing healthcare services and how training healthcare workers on inclusive communication can […]

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#ThePowerOfOptions: Improving Maternal Health through Increased Access to Contraception

By Nigeria Health Watch | September 26, 2023

Onyedikachi Ewe (Lead Writer) Contraceptive choices are crucial in empowering women and couples to take control of their reproductive health. In addition to protecting women and girls from unplanned pregnancies and unsafe abortions, contraceptive use promotes the overall well-being of the mother, child, and family. However, despite awareness of family planning, there is still a […]

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