Suspected meningitis outbreak kills several people in Sokoto village
The Sokoto State Commissioner for Health, Faruk Wurno, said the state government had deployed health officials to investigate and provide ...
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Experts call for gender-responsive policies to combat drug-resistant infections
Antimicrobial resistance occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites no longer respond to medicines designed to treat them.
Stakeholders advocate improved funding, stronger awareness to tackle AMR
When these microorganisms become resistant, antimicrobial medicines, including antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals and antiparasitic drugs, no longer work effectively, making infections ...
US CDC calls for improved diagnostic capacity for Acute Febrile Illness
He said addressing gaps such as weak policies, limited testing facilities, and poor diagnostic capacity is essential to strengthen AFI ...
PT Health Watch: What to know about bacteria behind most ulcer cases
She said skipping meals may aggravate ulcer symptoms, but it is not the main cause
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Nigeria needs $19 million to tackle Neglected Tropical Diseases – Official
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, accounts for about 50 per cent of NTDs burden in Africa and 25 per cent ...
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Meet the woman whose study of insects helps prevent Neglected Tropical Diseases
Lymphatic filariasis and onchocerciasis are among the most prevalent and persistent diseases. They're responsible for disabling millions of people.
World Malaria Day 2022: Inside Nigeria’s plan ahead of vaccine distribution
WHO estimates that the vaccine could save the lives of an additional 40,000 to 80,000 African children each year.
How Anambra govt is responding to NTDs – Official
“About 16 LGAs are endemic for River Blindness, 21 LGAs are endemic for Elephantiasis, 11 LGAs are endemic for Schistosomiasis ...
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FG cuts state house clinic budget despite increased scutiny by public.
