Nigeria has embarked on one of its most ambitious public health initiatives to date—a nationwide integrated vaccination campaign aimed at protecting approximately 106 million children from measles, rubella, and poliomyelitis. The campaign, announced by the World Health Organization (WHO), marks a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to eliminate preventable […]
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a new report showing a significant drop in global tobacco use over the past 15 years. While the decline marks a major public health achievement, the agency warns that the battle against nicotine addiction is far from over—especially with the rise of e-cigarettes […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a concerning report indicating that breast cancer cases are expected to rise by 38% globally by 2050. The findings, published in *Nature Medicine* on Monday, come from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a specialized branch of WHO, which also predicts […]
In a bid to emphasize the crucial role of medical personnel in saving lives and preventing epidemics, the Edo State Primary Health Care Development Agency (EDSPHCDA) Executive Secretary, Dr. Omosigho Izedonmwen, recently conducted a comprehensive training program in partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO). The training targeted Disease Surveillance […]
The Edo State government recently engaged in a productive alignment meeting with developmental partners in the state’s health sector. This strategic collaboration aims to achieve Universal Health Coverage and establish a robust and resilient health system that delivers high-quality healthcare to the people of Edo State. Headed by the Edo […]
The Edo State Primary Health Care Development Agency (EDSPHCDA) has joined forces with the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Edo State Chapter to increase measles vaccination coverage and raise awareness about communicable diseases. During a visit to CAN, Dr. Freeborn Eseigbe, the Deputy Director of Disease Control and Immunization (EDSPHCDA), […]