NGOs Urge FG To Operationalise Tobacco Control Fund
Some NGOs have called on the Federal Government to operationalise the Tobacco Control Fund, to help in funding tobacco related-diseases and other tobacco control activities in the country.
Immunization efforts under growing threat warn WHO, UNICEF, Gavi
Geneva/New York, 24 April 2025 – Immunization efforts are under growing threat as misinformation, population growth, humanitarian crises, and funding cuts jeopardize progress and leave...
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.
Bleeding after childbirth major cause of maternal deaths – Commissioner
The Anambra State Government has commenced training for public and private health workers to tackle postpartum haemorrhage which is the major cause of maternal...
WHO Expresses Regret Over US Withdrawal Decision, Urges Reconsideration
The World Health Organization (WHO) expressed regrets over the United States' decision to withdraw from the agency.
The move, announced by President Trump, highlights his...
Why Soludo calls for renewed commitment to consign polio to history
Wife of Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has called for sustained commitment to polio vaccination efforts across the state, to consign polio to...
