A survey identified maternal, newborn, and child health issues, infectious diseases like malaria, tuberculosis, HIV, and the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases as major concerns.
Epidemiological estimates shows that 140,000 children under 14 are living with HIV as of 2023, with 22,000 new infections and 15,000 AIDS-related deaths in children.
Nigeria, along with the global community, has set a goal to achieve zero new HIV infections, zero AIDS-related deaths, and zero stigma by 2030. This Lafiya360 podcast, is your one-stop shop for everything related to HIV prevention, treatment, care, and achieving a sustainable future free from HIV.
STIs, including multi-resistant gonorrhoea, are increasing globally, with the highest spikes in the Americas and Africa.
Blood cancer drug, Venetoclax, has demonstrated potential in targeting dormant HIV cells, delaying reinfection, and moving closer to a potential cure.
Calls for partnership in boosting adolescent health while collaborating with Lagos State Agency for the Control of AIDS (LSACA) for a community outreach initiative.
Religious leaders have called for compassion in relating with people living with HIV in places of worship to ensure that the country achieves its target of ending new HIV infections by 2030.
In a groundbreaking revelation, scientists have finally unveiled the enigma behind the lower HIV viral loads observed in Africans, shedding light on a significant factor that has long remained elusive.
A recent study in Frontiers in Immunology reveals positive outcomes in the antibody response to COVID-19 infection and vaccination among individuals living with HIV (PLWH). The research highlights the potential impact of HIV treatment and vaccination on the immune response in this vulnerable population.
Acknowledges donors & advocates for their unwavering support in combating HIV/AIDS.
Investigation and collaboration with partners disprove the claim, calls for accurate information dissemination to combat HIV/AIDS and misinformation.
The WHO has reported that over 82 million Africans are not getting the lifesaving treatment for hepatitis, especially as the disease is both preventable with vaccination and treatable with antivirals.
Partnership agreement forged to bolster health responses and build resilient systems, targeting major communicable diseases and global health challenges.
Documentary highlights significant progress and impact of President Buhari’s initiatives in combating HIV/AIDS in Nigeria