Archives Tag: Malaria
The Increasing Threat of Malaria Drug Resistance
April 19, 2022
From the time of our forefathers, malaria has been in existence. It was and still is a primary source of morbidity. Malaria is the most widespread mosquito-borne disease; it is present in 97 countries.[1] Globally, Malaria causes up to a million deaths annually. In sub-Saharan Africa, malaria is ranked among the most frequent causes of mortality … Continue reading The Increasing Threat of Malaria Drug Resistance
The Origin Of Nigerian Food – Baobab
April 19, 2022
Baobab is a multi-purpose tree found in the savannas of Africa, locally known as Kuka in Hausa and Ose in Yoruba. Baobab is commonly used in making miyan kuka soup in Northern Nigeria. Baobab Every part of the tree – the leaves, fruit pulp, leaves, bark, roots and seeds – is used as food, and … Continue reading The Origin Of Nigerian Food – Baobab
By chinwe
Collaboration In The Health Care Sector: Hope For All
April 19, 2022
Malaria affects 3.3 billion people, half of the world’s population, in 106 countries and territories. It is the 2nd leading cause of death from infectious diseases in Africa, after HIV/AIDS. In Nigeria, malaria accounts for more health cases and deaths than any other country in the world, according to the Nigeria Malaria Fact Sheet put … Continue reading Collaboration In The Health Care Sector: Hope For All
By jehonwa
Facts about Mosquitoes
April 19, 2022
Mosquitoes love biting people. If you are staying in Nigeria and you have not been bitten by a mosquito, well, you may need to change your environment to have this malaria filling experience. Ok, kidding. We were taught that the Female Anopheles species transmits the malaria parasite, but what they forgot to tell us is that attracting … Continue reading Facts about Mosquitoes
By adepeju
List of Malaria Drugs that are Killing Us Slowly
April 19, 2022
Malaria is a common disease in Nigeria and a large number of the population still buy drugs from pharmacies, sometimes not with a doctor’s prescription. When buying drugs in Nigeria, one needs to take extra precaution to ensure they’re not banned or expired products. About 42 anti-malaria drugs banned by the European Union (EU) are … Continue reading List of Malaria Drugs that are Killing Us Slowly
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Important Things You Should Know About Mosquitoes and Malaria
April 19, 2022
Today is World Malaria Day and we need to be informed about the parasite and vector that transmits the disease. It is important to protect yourself from malaria because the disease is dangerous and deadly if not treated on time. Some people do not know how to escape the bites of mosquitoes and this is … Continue reading Important Things You Should Know About Mosquitoes and Malaria
By jelifat
Kaduna State Residents Will Get Free Treatment For Malaria
April 19, 2022
The Government of Kaduna State will be giving malaria drugs to residents of the state for free. Governor Nasiru El-Rufai announced the measure against malaria while on a visit to the Yusuf Dantsoho Memorial Hospital in Tudun-Wada, Kaduna, on Tuesday. He said that the scourge of the disease in the state was great and that the … Continue reading Kaduna State Residents Will Get Free Treatment For Malaria
ONE Launches Make Naija Stronger Campaign on World Malaria Day
April 19, 2022
On April 25, the world celebrates World Malaria Day to create awareness on the fight against malaria. The theme for this year’s event was End Malaria for Good. Some organizations have put in genuine efforts to see to the eradication of this disease that has for long plagued humans. One notable organization is the ONE … Continue reading ONE Launches Make Naija Stronger Campaign on World Malaria Day
By nnenna
Tip of the Day: How to Prevent Malaria
April 19, 2022
Malaria is a rampant disease in Africa and in Nigeria in particular. As pervasive as it is, awareness and prevention are not as pervasive as they could be. According to the World Health organisation (WHO), in 2012, Malaria caused an estimated 627,000 deaths mostly among African children. Awareness and preventive measures can ensure … Continue reading Tip of the Day: How to Prevent Malaria
By elizabeth
Nigeria Gets N11.7 Billion From U.S. To Fight Malaria
April 19, 2022
The United States Government has provided $73 million (N11.68 billion) to support the President’s Malaria Initiative in Nigeria. This would also be useful for the Counterfeit Anti-Malaria Medication Awareness Campaign (CAMAC). Acting Consul General of the US Embassy in Lagos, Dehab Ghebreab, at the launch of CAMAC said, “Given its devastating impact, malaria prevention and control … Continue reading Nigeria Gets N11.7 Billion From U.S. To Fight Malaria
Nigeria Maps Out New Intervention Plan on Malaria
April 19, 2022
Nigeria is drafting a new intervention plan on malaria in order to boost the anti-malaria programme, according to Health Minister Onyebuchi Chukwu. Speaking at a briefing on the sidelines of the Executive Council meeting in Abuja, in preparation for this week’s African Union (AU) Summit on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, the minister said he would present the … Continue reading Nigeria Maps Out New Intervention Plan on Malaria
