July 13, 2023
Nigeria: CEPI - Accelerating Lassa Fever Vaccine Development in Nigeria
The law of inertia, referred to as Newton's first law of motion, states that "an object will remain at rest or in uniform motion in a straight line unless compelled to change its… Read more »
July 10, 2023
Nigeria: Advancing Infection Prevention and Control Through Learning and Practice
Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) measures are integral to every functional healthcare system. Their absence poses significant risks to health workers, patients, and visitors… Read more »
July 06, 2023
Nigeria: Strengthening Nutrition Outcomes in the Face of Climate Change in Nigeria
The effects of climate change on food insecurity are direct and substantial. Food production is becoming increasingly challenging and unpredictable as global temperatures increase… Read more »
July 03, 2023
Nigeria: Crown Initiative - Enhancing Immunisation Uptake for Zero-Dose Children in Bauchi State
In Nigeria, a child is considered fully vaccinated if he or she has received the full course of vaccinations essential for protecting them from preventable and potentially… Read more »
June 28, 2023
Nigeria: Transforming Maternal Care - Empowering Midwives in Niger State Through Supportive Supervision
Midwives play a critical role in providing essential maternal and newborn healthcare services. While timely access to health facilities is important, it is imperative to recognise… Read more »
June 26, 2023
Nigeria: Addressing the Burden of Out-of-School Children in Yimitu Community
Education plays a critical role in equipping girls with knowledge and confidence, enabling them to make meaningful contributions to their communities and make informed decisions… Read more »
June 21, 2023
Africa: African Countries Can Take a Preventive Approach to Mental Health By Prioritising Oral Health
"You are not fully dressed without a smile." This age-old adage is often used to encourage people to show their happiness and positivity through a smile. While there is no doubt… Read more »
June 19, 2023
Malawi: Remote Consultation Via WhatsApp Revolutionises Surgical Care in Rural Malawi
In 2020, Maxwell Yambeni encountered a life-threatening situation involving a patient at Chikwawa District Hospital in southern Malawi. A fifteen-year-old girl with a perforated… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Health Watch Announces Nutrition Policy Dialogue
1 in 10 children dies from hunger before age five in Nigeria. Achieving SDG 2, zero hunger, and SDG 3, good health and well-being, by 2030 is challenged by hunger and poor… Read more »
June 15, 2023
Nigeria: Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Advocacy in Nigeria Must Include Health - Make the Evidence Visible
On the 16th of April 2023, Ayetoro, a coastal community located in southwest Nigeria and known as the happy place, had yet another incursion on its land by the Atlantic Ocean,… Read more »
June 12, 2023
Nigeria: How the All-Babies Programme Is Encouraging Vaccination Uptake Through Cash Incentives
In Dawanau Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC) located in Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area (LGA) of Kano State, Zainab Aliyu cradles her seven-month-old daughter, Fatima Abdulhamid.… Read more »
June 11, 2023
Nigeria: Deliberations From Budget Office Health Stakeholder Workshop On Enhancing Health Sector Budgeting
Nigeria's federal budget cycle is a carefully planned process that follows a general structured sequence of -- preparation, approval, implementation and evaluation. The budgeting… Read more »
June 07, 2023
Nigeria: Insights From a Roundtable With Traditional and Interfaith Leaders On Nigeria's Demographic Dividend
Nigeria's population of approximately 220 million people has great potential for economic growth and development. However, to fully realise this potential, the government must… Read more »
June 05, 2023
Nigeria: The NoCTRAiN Project - Addressing Mental Health Needs in Crisis-Ridden Communities in Plateau State
Mental health problems often stem from various challenges, including social issues related to loneliness or depression, environmental factors caused by stress, social exclusion, or… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Health Watch Announces Solutions Journalism Project Close-Out Event
Nigeria Health Watch is delighted to announce a project close-out event for the end of the Solutions Journalism Africa Initiative project, implemented with support for the… Read more »
June 02, 2023
Africa: Institut Pasteur De Dakar and Mastercard Foundation Partner to Expand Vaccine Manufacturing Workforce in Africa
The Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD) and the Mastercard Foundation have announced a historic $45 million partnership named MADIBA (Manufacturing in Africa for Disease Immunization… Read more »
June 01, 2023
Nigeria: Imnhc 2023 - Building Strong Systems to Deliver Quality Maternal and Newborn Health Services
"The biggest stakeholder we are solving for in terms of quality (of care) is the patient." -- Ms Caroline Wanjiru Kihusa, Co-Founder, Still A Mum, at the International Maternal… Read more »
May 29, 2023
Nigeria: Breaking the Silence - Integrating Mental Health Support Into Maternal Health Care
Maternal mental health is a critical yet often overlooked issue that effects the experience and quality of a woman's health during the perinatal period -- the period which includes… Read more »
May 25, 2023
Nigeria: Closing the Gap - Partnering for 'The Big Catch-Up' On Routine Immunisation in Nigeria
Routine immunisation (RI) plays a critical role in reducing morbidity and mortality among children under five, as vaccine-preventable diseases such as tuberculosis, measles, and… Read more »
May 22, 2023
Nigeria: I-WASH - Improving Access to Water Sanitation and Hygiene Services in Kebbi State
Murjanatu Usman is a 35-year-old mother of eight living in Sauwa community in Argungu Local Government Area (LGA) of Kebbi State. She is expecting her ninth child and receives… Read more »
Nigeria: Fadisonka - a Community's Struggle to Access Clean Water
Fadisonka in Wudil Local Government Area (LGA) in Kano State has as the only source of water for the community, a solar-powered borehole located at the centre of the community. The… Read more »
May 17, 2023
Nigeria: Accelerating the Implementation of the NHIA Act to Improve Health Insurance Coverage in Nigeria
The enactment of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Act in May 2022 has been lauded as a giant step towards addressing barriers to the achievement of Universal Health… Read more »
May 16, 2023
Nigeria: Charting a Course to #HealthForAll - Transforming Primary Health Care Delivery in Enugu State
Primary healthcare is the cornerstone of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and is the first port of call for individuals and families seeking healthcare. Nigeria's primary health… Read more »
May 15, 2023
Nigeria: Tayi Village PHC - BHCPF Is Making a Difference, Improving Service Delivery
Tayi Village Primary Health Care Center (PHC) is situated in Nasarawa C Ward in the Chanchaga Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State. The PHC opened in 2007 in a new and… Read more »
May 10, 2023
Nigeria: Strengthening Nigeria's Health Information Management System for Better Health Outcomes
"Without good information, there can be no good policy or planning." -- Professor Eyitayo Lambo, Former Minister of Health (2003-2007) Read more »
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