Providing Health options for Marginalized Communities in Nigeria
Healthcare policies must hit the mark. Nigeria’s healthcare system faces substantial challenges, particularly in serving marginalized groups like rural communities, low-income populations, and vulnerable groups. Despite the country’s promising economic…
What Do You Know About Long COVID?
Even a vaccine has nothing on Long Covid. Long COVID, a condition marked by lingering symptoms that persist for weeks or months after the initial infection, has become a pressing global health and economic concern. Recently, studies have shown that the…
Nigeria’s Cholera Crisis Exposes Public Health Gaps and Calls for Creative Resilience
Nigeria’s recent cholera outbreak which has affected thousands across the country, shows the critical weaknesses in the nation’s public health infrastructure. According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), these gaps reflect challenges in…
West African Music Stars Release Anthem to Promote Childhood Immunization
Leading music artists and celebrity actors from West and Central Africa have come together to release a powerful new song, “No More Zero Dose,” aimed at reigniting support for childhood immunization across the region. The song was launched on…
Monkeypox: A Growing Global Health Concern
Monkeypox (mpox) is emerging as a global health threat, with recent outbreaks leading to increased international attention and concern. Once mainly confined to Central and West Africa, the disease has seen a worrying rise in cases across multiple regions…
What a Healthier World Means
The concept of a healthier world encompasses more than just the absence of illness; it signifies an environment where health equity, accessible care, and holistic well-being are prioritized for all. The WHO Youth Council’s recent call to action…
Experts Call for Strengthened Palliative Care Policies at Ibadan Roundtable
It’s a step better at empathy especially for those waiting their time. To mark the 2024 World Hospice and Palliative Care Day, the Center for Palliative Care in Ibadan, Nigeria, organized a roundtable discussion focused on the progress and…
The Vaccine That Stole My Life: Larry Lowe’s Agony After the Covid Booster
The vaccination that followed the Covid-19 plague a few years ago had a vague feeling to it. Some accepted it under strict restrictions, others called it bluff. Others think, the vaccine or booster as it were would do more harm than good. Larry Lowe…
The Crucial Role of Parents in Ensuring Thorough Immunization in Nigeria
Vaccines won’t save lives in isolation; societal members must play their roles, especially parents. Vaccines are one of the most powerful tools for preventing infectious diseases in children, and in Nigeria, parental involvement is essential in…
The Plenitude Benefits of Papaya
Papaya leaf water a natural elixir you shouldn’t ignore. Papaya is a tropical fruit well-known for its vibrant color and sweet taste, but what many people are unaware of is the immense power contained within its leaves. Papaya leaf water, in particular,…