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One Million More Midwives: The Smartest Investment for Safer Births in a Shrinking Aid Landscape

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Curated Conversations: Isra Chaker on Reimagining Maternal Health Philanthropy and Saving Mothers’ Lives

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Beauty Without Burden: Why Nigeria Must Keep Lead Out of Cosmetics

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How FOR M(om) is Pushing for Safer Medical Waste Management in Kano Hospitals

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Using Mathematical Modeling for Effective Infectious Disease Control in Nigeria

Infectious diseases can spread rapidly and unpredictably, catching communities off guard. However, mathematical modelling can be a powerful tool to anticipate and prepare for outbreaks, including those as devastating as the current mpox virus, by simulating virus spread, assessing intervention strategies, enabling public health officials to make informed decisions and minimise outbreak impact. Modelling infectious diseases involve using […]

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Global Health Partnerships: Japan and Nigeria Working Together for Better Healthcare

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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 are all connected, whether it be through shared experiences, common goals, or the complex network of relationships that link us together. This interconnectedness was made more apparent following the outbreak […]

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