A smart teacher named Professor Jesse Uneke wants to help people in Kano stay healthy. He says the state has a big problem with malaria. Out of every 100 people in Nigeria who get malaria, 10 of them are from Kano. That’s a lot! Professor Uneke works at a health school and leads a group … Read more
Rotary International District 9127 has made a big promise. They want to help stop polio and take care of mothers and babies all over Nigeria. This is called helping with maternal, child health. The new leader, Dame Joy Okoro, shared this promise during a special event in Abuja. She became the new District Governor, taking … Read more
The Anambra State government has taken a major step to support people living with mental health conditions. After its 12th Executive Council meeting, Governor Charles Soludo announced that the state will build a modern rehabilitation centre in Nibo, Awka. The governor said this project shows his administration’s belief that mental health deserves the same urgency … Read more
Preeclampsia is a complication that can appear after the 20th week of pregnancy. It shows up as high blood pressure and signs that vital organs—especially the kidneys and liver—are under stress. If preeclampsia is not found early and treated, it can harm both mother and baby and may even be fatal. Dr Eziamaka Ezenkwele, who leads the … Read more
The Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN), Bauchi Chapter, has launched a team of Advocacy Champions to help reduce the maternal mortality in the state. The effort is part of a larger project called AIM-MNCHN — short for Accelerating Implementation of Maternal, Neonatal, Child Nutrition, and Health Innovations. The main goal of the project is … Read more
Island Maternity Hospital is in Lagos, Nigeria. It helps mothers and babies. The hospital began in 1960 and has cared for many families since then. Island Maternity’s Care The hospital offers many services. They help with pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care. They also teach mothers how to care for their babies. The Team The doctors … Read more
Colon cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the colon, which is part of our digestive system. Cases of colon cancer are on the rise in Nigeria and the colon cancer treatment has to be known. Understanding Colon Cancer Colon cancer occurs when cells in the colon start to grow very fast. These can become tumors that can spread to other parts of the body. Early detection aids in successful treatment. Stages of … Read more
A maternity leave letter is a means of notifying your employer of your forthcoming absence because of childbirth. It provides the company with time to prepare for your temporary absence. It also guarantees your rights and benefits are protected during your absence. Why Write a Maternity Leave Letter? It’s preferable to give your boss the … Read more
Nutrition and dietetics play a significant role in development and health. Nutrition helps to avert diseases, boost the immune system, and enable children to grow healthy and strong. Malnutrition is, however, a major problem in Nigeria, especially among children and women. Nigeria has the second highest maternal and child mortality rate in Africa, and poor … Read more
Birth rate control is essential for personal health, economic stability, and national development. The majority of people do not have enough information about their birth control methods. This article gives 10 effective ways of controlling the birth rate. 1. Family Planning Education When individuals are educated on birth control, they will be good decision-makers. Schools, clinics, and social welfare programs should teach students about … Read more
