Archives Tag: vaccination

Health

April 19, 2022

  In Nigeria, newborns typically receive the Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine as their first vaccination, given shortly after birth to protect against tuberculosis (TB). The BCG vaccine is typically administered within the first few days to weeks after birth, ideally before the infant is discharged from the hospital. Read more about Health Vaccination is critical … Continue reading Myth Vs Truth: Childhood Vaccination

By tecy-igbadume

COVID-19 Health

April 19, 2022

  Following criticisms that erupted after media reports revealed that starting from December 1, 2021, government workers without proof of COVID-19 vaccination will not be allowed entrance into their offices, the federal government has moved to clarify its stance on vaccination, debunking media reports. Read more about COVID-19 Dr Faisal Shuaib, the Executive Director of … Continue reading COVID-19: Vaccination Is Not Compulsory For Civil Servants – FG

By ugo-chinedu

Health

April 19, 2022

In April 2013, the Federal Ministry of Health, announced the introduction of new standard Yellow Cards, as a more effective means to curb the quick spread of yellow fever in the nation. The yellow card is the international certificate of vaccination, required as part of the entry documents into many countries including Nigeria, Ghana, Benin … Continue reading Get The New E-Yellow Cards

By achem