CommunityHealth

Abuja: The Federal Government has announced plans to raise ₦150 billion to fund vaccine procurement and strengthen health financing, underscoring its commitment to improving Nigeria’s healthcare system and safeguarding citizens …

Abuja: The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a wanted drug kingpin at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos while attempting to board a flight to Saudi …

Yola, Adamawa State (Nigeria): A cholera outbreak in Mubi, Adamawa State, has claimed 10 lives, prompting health authorities to issue an urgent call for improved hygiene practices among residents. According …

Benin: Edo Government says it will commence the production of essential drugs by 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen the state’s healthcare system and end medical tourism. Governor Monday …

Owerri: The Federal Government has commenced the distribution of 5,000 long-lasting, treated mosquito nets aimed at reducing maternal and infant mortality in Imo’s rural communities. The distribution was launched under …

By Pharmacist Opara Augusta Onyinyechi Introduction The Crisis in Healthcare Access Every day across Nigeria, many people well within their active life years die not because of accidents, wars, or …

Lagos: Hospital-acquired infections—often silent, yet deadly—are emerging as a growing threat to patient safety and public health.  Speaking at a recent lecture in Lagos, renowned public health expert, Prof. Uwose …

Gusau (Nigeria): The Polio Emergency Operations Centre in Zamfara said over 2 million children have been vaccinated against measles and rubella diseases in the state. Dr Murtala Salahudeen, the Incident …

Gusau, Zamfara State (Nigeria): In a significant push to strengthen healthcare delivery in Zamfara State, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has equipped the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) …

By Pharm Opara Augusta Onyinyechi Introduction According to the Nigerian Health Facility Register, there were 40,821 healthcare facilities in Nigeria as of 2019. This includes 34,675 primary health care facilities, …