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Global Leaders Convene at the Pandemic Preparedness Summit to Tackle Future Health Crises
04 Aug
By Nigeria Health Watch
Global Leaders Convene at the Pandemic Preparedness Summit to Tackle Future Health Crises

Vivianne Ihekweazu (Lead writer)Leaders from across the world working on various aspects of health emergency preparedness and response gathered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil for...

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An Initiative’s Quest to Ensure Access to Health Insurance For People Living With Sickle Cell Anaemia
30 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
An Initiative’s Quest to Ensure Access to Health Insurance For People Living With Sickle Cell Anaemia

Chinonso Kenneth (Lead Writer) At just seven months old, Sharon Akilo, now 17, was diagnosed with Sickle Cell Anemia (SCA), a genetic disorder that affects...

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Transforming Nigeria’s Medical Landscape through Visionary Leadership and Smart Partnerships
26 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
Transforming Nigeria’s Medical Landscape through Visionary Leadership and Smart Partnerships

Joseph Ugboaja and Chinedu Moghalu (Guest Writers) In Anambra State, Nigeria, we are witnessing a remarkable transformation in healthcare. This journey began with the vision...

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 26 July 2024
26 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
Top Ten News Items on Health, 26 July 2024

Nigeria lagging in ending preventable deaths, TB, and malaria by 2030 — WHO. Cholera vaccines to arrive in Nigeria soon – Gavi. FG, UNICEF partner...

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‘Putting People First’ is at the Heart of 2024’s International AIDS Conference
24 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
‘Putting People First’ is at the Heart of 2024’s International AIDS Conference

Alexander Chiejina and Chibuike Alagboso (Lead Writers) The 25th International AIDS Conference kicked off in Munich, Germany, on Monday, July 22, 2024, with a resounding...

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Borno State Contributory Health Insurance Buffers Vulnerable Populations’ Health Needs
22 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
Borno State Contributory Health Insurance Buffers Vulnerable Populations’ Health Needs

Baba Sarki Ismail (Lead Writer) In camps erected across Maiduguri, Borno State’s capital, countless families struggle to survive amid the humanitarian crisis. The Boko Haram...

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Global Health Partnerships: Japan and Nigeria Working Together for Better Healthcare
20 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
Global Health Partnerships: Japan and Nigeria Working Together for Better Healthcare

Abara Erim and Ohanu Dabri Olohije (Lead Writer) “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” We...

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 19 July 2024
19 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
Top Ten News Items on Health, 19 July 2024

Healthcare Reform: Nigerian govt holds first national performance dialogue for health sector. Immunisation: 2.7 million children unprotected globally- Report. NCDC Launches Advanced Diagnostic Laboratory, Says...

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Shifting Power: Three ways Local Government Financial Autonomy can impact Primary Healthcare in Nigeria
17 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
Shifting Power: Three ways Local Government Financial Autonomy can impact Primary Healthcare in Nigeria

Last week, Nigeria’s Supreme Court delivered a judgement granting financial autonomy to Local Government Areas (LGAs) in a suit filed by the Honourable Attorney-General of...

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Nigeria Health Watch to Host Health Policy Dialogue on Maternal Health Innovations
16 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
Nigeria Health Watch to Host Health Policy Dialogue on Maternal Health Innovations

Recognising that maternal health is a crucial aspect of public health, reflecting the well-being of a nation’s future generations, Nigeria Health Watch is convening key...

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Transforming Healthcare Access in Kano State: BHCPF’s Sustained Funding and Accountability
15 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
Transforming Healthcare Access in Kano State: BHCPF’s Sustained Funding and Accountability

Historically, access to healthcare in Nigeria has been a significant challenge, with out-of-pocket (OOP) expenditure accounting for approximately 70% of healthcare financing — among the highest rates...

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Catching Up on Zero-Dose and Under-Vaccinated Children in Africa: Insights From UNICEF
13 Jul
By Nigeria Health Watch
Catching Up on Zero-Dose and Under-Vaccinated Children in Africa: Insights From UNICEF

Zubaida Baba Ibrahim [Lead Writer] Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, immunisation efforts in Africa have experienced a significant setback, leading to...

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