Why stigma, ignorance increase TB burden in Anambra
Mrs Stella Ekeh, Technical Trainer, National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Programme (NTBLCP), has identified stigmatisation, discrimination and lack of awareness as factors contributing to the high burden of Tuberculosis in Anambra.
Countries face health worker crunch linked to COVID-19 – WHO
World Health Organisation (WHO) says no less than 55 countries are struggling with serious health worker shortages as they continue to seek better paid opportunities in wealthier nations.
Soludo distributes anti-shock garments to reduce maternal mortality in Anambra
Wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo on Tuesday distributed 120 Anti-shock garments to hospitals to prevent maternal mortality due to bleeding and ensure safe delivery in the state.
Federal, state urge to implement public health laws
By Vincent Obi
Enugu, June 11, 2024 - An appeal has gone to the Federal and state governments to implement the public health laws in...
100 babies delivered in Anambra IDP camps in 2022 – official
The Anambra State Government says over 100 babies were delivered in the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camps in the state during the 2022 flood disaster.
How River blindness, elephantiasis were eliminated in Anambra – Commissioner
Anambra State Government in partnership with Carter Centre said it has successfully eliminated two Neglected Tropical Diseases - River Blindness and Elephantiasis, through mass...
