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Africa CDC and CEPI deepen partnership to fortify African preparedness against disease outbreaks
29 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
Africa CDC and CEPI deepen partnership to fortify African preparedness against disease outbreaks

May 28, 2024; Geneva, Switzerland: The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) signed a...

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Through Melodies and Narratives: A Children’s Book is Improving Oral Hygiene in Rural Nigeria
27 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
Through Melodies and Narratives: A Children’s Book is Improving Oral Hygiene in Rural Nigeria

David, a three-year old residing in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State harboured a strong dislike for brushing his teeth. Each morning, he would resist his guardian, Deborah...

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State of the World Population Report 2024: Breaking Down Barriers to Inclusive Sexual & Reproductive Health Services
25 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
State of the World Population Report 2024: Breaking Down Barriers to Inclusive Sexual & Reproductive Health Services

Safiya Shuaibu Isa [Lead Writer] The 1994 International Conference of Population and Development in Cairo, Egypt prioritised Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) for women...

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Mental Health Concerns for Orphaned Girls in Niger State: Who Protects their Welfare and Rights?
22 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
Mental Health Concerns for Orphaned Girls in Niger State: Who Protects their Welfare and Rights?

Many Nigerians were surprised by Barrister Abdulmalik Sarkindaji’s controversial attempt to marry off 100 orphaned girls in Niger State, all of whom lost their parents...

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Two Years After: Opportunities for Improving the Implementation of the NHIA Act
18 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
Two Years After: Opportunities for Improving the Implementation of the NHIA Act

Toluwani Oluwatola (Guest Writer) Nigeria’s quest for Universal Health Coverage (UHC) took a significant step forward on the 19th May, 2022, when former President Mohammadu...

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Gbangba Tsofogi Facility Continues to be Neglected by Authorities
17 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
Gbangba Tsofogi Facility Continues to be Neglected by Authorities

Primary Health Centres are fundamental components of the healthcare system, and their capabilities should be enhanced to address the basic essential health needs of individuals...

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Strengthening PHCs Through “Make Our Hospitals Work” Campaign
16 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
Strengthening PHCs Through “Make Our Hospitals Work” Campaign

Tzar Oluigbo (Lead Writer) In the 1950s, the second-ever hospital was built in Igala land. Located in Ogugu community, Government Cottage Hospital was commissioned by...

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A Silent Threat: Impact of Climate Change on Life Expectancy Rate in Nigeria
14 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
A Silent Threat: Impact of Climate Change on Life Expectancy Rate in Nigeria

‘The climate crisis is a health crisis, but for too long, health has been a footnote in climate discussions,” Director-General, World Health Organisation (WHO) Dr...

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Top Ten News Items on Health, 10 May 2024
10 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
Top Ten News Items on Health, 10 May 2024

FG Working Towards Zero-malaria Target – Minister. Bauchi loses children to severe acute malnutrition. Adamawa Govt confirms 42 deaths in fresh measles outbreak. Safe Motherhood...

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Hand Hygiene Day 2024: Water Shortages in Nigerian Communities Could Undermine WASH Efforts
09 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
Hand Hygiene Day 2024: Water Shortages in Nigerian Communities Could Undermine WASH Efforts

Hadiza Mohammed and Onyinye Oranezi (Lead Writers) It is generally accepted that water is life, yet basic access to water resources, especially in rural communities...

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Meet the 2024 Solutions Journalism Africa Mentors
03 May
By Nigeria Health Watch
Meet the 2024 Solutions Journalism Africa Mentors

Since the commencement of the Solutions Journalism Africa Initiative (SJAI) in Nigeria in late 2021, newsrooms and journalists have understood the importance of balancing their...

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