Author: Sarah Daniel A Midwife attending to a mother in a Nigerian PHC facility In a small primary healthcare centre (PHC) in northern Nigeria, a midwife begins her shift before sunrise. By noon,…
Author: Sarah Daniel A child affected with Malaria (Photo Credit: The Guardian Nigeria) Nigeria recorded an estimated 68.5 million malaria cases in 2024 (WHO World Malaria Report 2025), accounting for nearly one in…
Author: Sarah Daniel National Tuberculosis Testing Week (Source: ICIR) Globally, the absolute number of people falling ill with TB decreased in 2024 for the first time since 2020, following 3…
When a child dies after a routine medical procedure, the tragedy reverberates far beyond a single family. It raises urgent questions about how healthcare is delivered, how systems protect patients they…
Author: Charles OguHPV (Human Papillomavirus) is incredibly common. It is spread primarily through sexual contact, and most people will be exposed at some point in their lives. In many cases, the body…
A new year presents an opportunity to reset priorities and approach health with greater intention. As routines settle and expectations rise, the choices we make in our everyday lives begin…
Author: Charles OguClean hands can save lives but are we doing enough to make this simple act accessible and achievable for every person, everywhere? On Global Handwashing Day 2025, Ducit…
Author: Sarah DanielAcross the African continent, the healthcare system is navigating a critical juncture, confronted by both complex public health challenges and unprecedented digital opportunities. One transformative strategy gaining traction…
Author: Hafeez HamzaIn 2019, Asthma affected 262 million people globally and caused 455,000 deaths, asthma has emerged as one of the most pressing yet overlooked public health challenges in the…
Author: Hafeez Hamza World TB Day served as a vital moment to reflect on both the challenges and progress made in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) across Africa. Despite considerable…