Malaria eradication not just health goal, but economic imperative — Sanwo-Olu
Lagos Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that malaria is more than a disease, but equally a socio-economic burden that ...
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FG launches malaria pre-elimination, digitisation programme
He said, "The program focuses on the private sector, which provides healthcare services to about 50-60% of patients in Nigeria."
Lagos govt unveils digital offensive against malaria
The Lagos State Government, on Tuesday, unveiled a digital offensive against malaria for the prevention of the disease.
Lagos govt advocates ‘test before treatment’ to end malaria misdiagnosis
Lagos State Government has announced the launch of the Pathway to Malaria Pre-Elimination and Digitisation Program to end malaria misdiagnosis ...
Nigeria accounts for 26% of Malaria cases globally
Nigeria has been identified as a major contributor to the global malaria burden, accounting for 26% of malaria cases worldwide. ...
MSH supports Taraba govt fight against malaria
The Management Sciences for Health (MSH), a sub-recipient to Catholic Relief Services (CRS) on the Global Fund malaria-supported project, on ...
Under-diagnosed malaria in newborn babies a significant health concern —Experts
When Rose Akinbiyi’s baby, Jaye, would not eat or stop crying one night, she thought her newborn had a stomach ...
Nigeria contributes 27% of malaria cases, 31% of deaths globally – Medical expert
The Kogi State Coordinator for the Malaria program, Dr. Ake Stephen, has pointed out that Nigeria contributes to 27% of ...
Keeping livestock including chickens and pigs can reduce malaria transmission — Experts
In a new study, experts have said keeping livestock such as chickens, dogs, and pigs within or near households should ...
Malnutrition, measles and malaria most notable risk-factors for Noma in Nigeria — Study
NIGERIA stands out as one of the endemic countries for Noma in Africa, with about every 3 in 100 children ...
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