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A weekly roundup of the most important health stories in Nigeria, alongside key global developments that influence national policy, financing, and service delivery. We highlight what happened, what it means, and what to watch next, with a focus on implications for the health system and population outcomes. This feature is part of our A Week in Health newsletter, sent every Friday. If you do not receive it, you can subscribe to stay updated.

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 10 February 2023

By Nigeria Health Watch | February 10, 2023

Nigeria yet to meet 70% COVID-19 vaccination target – FG. World will miss target of ending FGM by 2030 without including men, boys — UNICEF. HIV Prevention Drug: Experts call for inclusion of pregnant, breastfeeding mothers. Nigeria to begin trial of malaria vaccines, says Fed Govt. Participation in pandemic treaty’ll strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system -Minister. […]

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 3 February 2022

By Nigeria Health Watch | February 3, 2023

160,000 children acquired HIV in 2021 –WHO. Address root cause of diseases, WHO advices FG. Health workers union threatens strike over members’ welfare. NSCDC Introduces mobile app, N-alert, to tackle gender based violence. At PT Space, experts say men can also have breast cancer. COVID-19 remains public health emergency, says WHO. 7,000 cancer-related deaths recorded […]

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 27th January 2022

By Nigeria Health Watch | January 27, 2023

‘Fully Vaccinating Children Key To Preventing Diphtheria‘. FG, USAID train physiotherapists on rehabilitation services for fistula, maternity care. Nigeria’s Mental Health Bill Opportunity to Mainstream Mental Health into Health Society, Expert. COVID-19 killed 3,584 in three days, says WHO. Health insurance compulsory for everyone, Lagos govt tells residents. Despite COVID-19, new report shows increase in […]

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 13th January 2022

By Nigeria Health Watch | January 13, 2023

Scientist calls for interdisciplinary research to fight upsurge of COVID-19. Lagos doctors demand anti-quackery law. COVID-19: FG intensifies surveillance at international airports. Five million children died before fifth birthday – Report. Protesting Zamfara Health Workers Threaten To Shut Down Hospitals. Targeting variant of common protein may boost breast cancer treatment — Study. FG to introduce […]

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 6th January 2022

By Nigeria Health Watch | January 6, 2023

Buhari signs mental health bill into law. How NHIA Act will set pace for robust health insurance in Nigeria. New COVID-19 variants not in Nigeria, says NCDC. Looking ahead in 2023: Rekindling hope in Nigeria’s Health Sector. Six states account for 84% cholera cases – NCDC. NARD demands CMDs’ sanction over attacks on workers. NAFDAC […]

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