The Kogi State Government has started a new program called the Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH) Week. This program helps mothers, babies, and young children get the healthcare they need. It happens two times every year and takes place in Kogi. The first health week for 2025 began with a big event at the … 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
Different groups — including young people, religious and traditional leaders, police officers, civil society groups, and NGOs — recently gathered in Abeokuta to tackle Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) and break the silence around it. The meeting was hosted by the Centre for Women’s Health and Information (CEWHIN) at the National Union of Teachers (NUT) … Read more
When a woman is going to have a baby, she needs special clothes. These clothes are called maternity gowns. They help her feel comfortable as her body changes. Picking the right maternity gown is very important. Why Comfort Matters Comfort is an important factor when choosing a maternity gown. A comfortable gown helps a woman … 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
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
GBV stands for Gender-Based Violence, which means violence against a person based on gender. GBV affects women, men, and children, but to a larger extent, it affects women and girls. GBV consists of physical violence, sexual violence, emotional violence, and economic control. GBV is a big problem in Nigeria, and the majority of cases go … Read more
