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A release by the Nigerian Cardiac Society on the recently reported incidents of sudden deaths associated with football matches.

By Nigeria Health Watch | February 11, 2024

The Nigerian Cardiac Society notes with utmost concern the several reported cases of sudden deaths among Nigerians both at home and abroad directly or indirectly linked with the surge of emotions associated with the Nigeria- South Africa Match during the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON 2023) competition holding in Cote D’Ivoire. The society wishes […]

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Nigeria Health Watch Partners Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award to Unveil Prevent Epidemics Journalism Award

By Nigeria Health Watch | January 26, 2024

Nigeria Health Watch, a not-for-profit health communication and advocacy organisation is partnering with the Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award (NHEA), renowned for its recognition of healthcare heroes to host a groundbreaking initiative: the “Prevent Epidemics Journalism Award”. This new category in NHEA celebrates outstanding media reportage on epidemic preparedness and response across radio, print, and television. […]

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Federal Ministry of Health in Collaboration with USAID funded EpiC Project Hosts a National Dialogue on Medical Oxygen Security

By Nigeria Health Watch | December 5, 2023

In response to the critical need for ensuring medical oxygen security in the face of evolving public health challenges, the Federal Ministry of Health in collaboration with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funded EpiC project implemented by FHI 360 and other partners hosted a landmark National Dialogue on the November 22, 2023, […]

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The Embassy of Spain in Nigeria collaborates with Nigeria Health Watch to Host a seminar on STEM to improve Healthcare Delivery in Nigeria

By Nigeria Health Watch | November 29, 2023

Women in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) play a pivotal role in advancing healthcare. Their contributions drive innovation, research, and breakthroughs, leading to improved diagnostics, treatments, and technologies resulting in more inclusive and effective healthcare solutions. However, women represent only 34% of the STEM workforce, highlighting the need for increased gender diversity in science, […]

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Breaking Barriers for Better Health: 3rd International Conference on Public Health in Africa Opens in Lusaka, Zambia

By Nigeria Health Watch | November 28, 2023

The 3rd International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA 2023) opened today in Lusaka, Zambia, with African Heads of State, ministers of health, and leading scientists, innovators and researchers attending as speakers and participants. Under the theme Breaking Barriers: Repositioning Africa in the Global Health Architecture, the four-day conference will spotlight cutting-edge research and […]

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