May 14
Nigeria: 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 Tedros Adhanom… Read more »
May 09
Nigeria: Hand Hygiene Day 2024 - Water Shortages in Nigerian Communities Could Undermine Wash Efforts
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May 02
Nigeria: Leading the Charge - Nigeria's Milestone in Meningitis Vaccination.
Vaccines are by far one of the greatest inventions known to mankind, making it possible to eradicate diseases such as smallpox and prevent other potentially deadly diseases like… Read more »
April 25
Nigeria: Achieving Healthcare Reform in Nigeria - Learning From Pharmaccess' Initiatives
Nigeria's health indices remain an issue of concern. The life expectancy rate is one of the lowest in the world, maternal mortality rate is 512 deaths per 100,000 live births which… Read more »
April 22
Nigeria: Tackling the Budget Utilisation Challenges in the Nigerian Health Sector
The Nigerian health sector is severely underfunded. Each budget year, the majority of health advocates lament the federal government's inability to meet the Abuja Declaration's… Read more »
April 16
Nigeria: Saving Mothers and Giving Life Through Quality Accreditation of Private Health Facilities
Increasing evidence suggests that quality care prevents a significant number of maternal deaths and disability. High-quality care is also the foundation for improved maternal and… Read more »
April 04
West Africa: National Public Health Institutes - Route to Accelerating Health Security in the Ecowas Region
If there were any doubts of what may happen when countries don't take prioritise epidemic preparedness, the covid-19 pandemic is still a fresh reminder. Its economic cost is… Read more »
Nigeria: Participants in Nigeria Vaccinated in First-Ever Phase 2 Lassa Fever Vaccine Clinical Trial, Sponsored By IAVI
The CEPI-funded study will evaluate the safety, tolerability, and immunogenicity of IAVI's single dose Lassa fever vaccine candidate Read more »
April 01
Nigeria: Children and the Future of Health in a Changing Climate
"Our Climate is Changing.... Why Aren't We?" -- Vanini Aggarwal, a 15-year-old telling climate stories by young people in Nigeria. Read more »
March 25
Nigeria: Data Is Life - Achieving Nigeria's Digital-in-Health Approach
Data and technology play a crucial role in the healthcare sector. The advent of technological innovations, including artificial intelligence, telemedicine, and mobile health… Read more »
March 21
Nigeria: Navigating Nigeria's Healthcare Landscape - Opportunities, Challenges, and Strategic Partnerships
Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa with over 200 million people -- a number that is projected to more than double over the next 25-30 years, propelling it to become the… Read more »
March 18
Nigeria: Developing a Climate Resilient WASH Policy in Nigeria Come Rain or Drought
In 2018, the Federal Government of Nigeria developed a 13-year strategy to address the WASH crisis in the country. Five years post-implementation, the strategy seems to be missing… Read more »
March 16
Nigeria: Promoting Accreditation for Community Health Service in Nigeria
The private sector plays a major role in reducing inequities in access to health, with over 54% of the private sector outlets providing modern contraceptives in Nigeria. Patent… Read more »
March 13
Nigeria: Overcoming Barriers to Kidney Health in Nigeria - - World Kidney Day 2024
Salisu Hauwa, a 33-year-old woman in Gashau, a Local Government Area (LGA) in northern Yobe State, Nigeria was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) at the Yobe State… Read more »
March 08
Nigeria: Nigerian Women's Empowerment, Key to Immunization Success
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted healthcare systems worldwide, including routine immunisation services. In Nigeria, the consequences were particularly severe, with many children… Read more »
March 06
Nigeria: Herbert Wigwe - a Tribute
As we mourn the sudden passing and celebrate the extraordinary life of Herbert Wigwe, we fondly remember a man whose impact extended far beyond his immediate constituency, the… Read more »
March 04
Nigeria: HSCL Unveils Achievements in Family Planning, Maternal Health Project
Health Systems Consult Limited (HSCL), a leading health and development consulting firm, committed to improving health systems in Nigeria, is set to disseminate end of project… Read more »
March 05
Nigeria: Kicking Down Barriers and Empowering Girls in Kaduna State
Football is more than just a game; it has the power to unite people across cultures, languages, and borders. But beyond that, it also has the power to bridge the gender equality… Read more »
February 29
Nigeria: Strategic Partnership Between Nigeria's NBSC and Hemoclear B.V. Aims to Tackle Global Blood Transfusion Shortages
In a significant move towards improving global healthcare, the National Blood Service Commission (NBSC) of Nigeria and Netherlands-based HemoClear B.V. are pleased to announce a… Read more »
February 28
Nigeria: Nigeria Health Watch Announces #PreventEpidemicsNaija Journalism Awards 2023/2024
Nigeria Health Watch is pleased to announce a call for entries for the fourth edition of the #PreventEpidemicsNaija Journalism Awards ceremony. Read more »
February 26
Nigeria: Public-Private Integration - a Catalyst for Growth in Nigeria's Health Sector
Public-private integration holds immense potential to significantly build resilience and strengthen Nigeria's healthcare system to improve health outcomes for its citizens. Read more »
February 14
Nigeria: Leveraging Digital Health for Better Maternal Health in Nigeria
The health sector has made significant progress as a result of digital innovations. How can such innovations be used to improve maternal health services in Nigeria? Read more »
February 11
Nigeria: Cardiac Society Speaks on Sudden Death Reports Associated With Football Matches
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… Read more »
February 05
Nigeria: Investing in Economic Power By Women, With Women and for Women
Providing low-interest loans, especially for marginalised women and women in rural communities can go a long way in closing the gender economic gap. Here's how. Read more »
February 01
Nigeria: Act Together - Tackling Inequalities to Eliminate NTDS
Poverty is among the primary drivers of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). According to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, 100 million Nigerians are estimated to be at risk of at least… Read more »
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