Family planning is one of the most effective methods of addressing the incessant population growth and simultaneously for maternal mortality.
A breakdown of the report indicates that 28 states have recorded at least one confirmed case across 125 LGAs in 2024.
Lagos, with 537 cases, accounts for 34 per cent of all suspected cases in the country.
Over 2.6 million people have received HIV testing services, with more than 74,000 newly identified as HIV-positive and over 72,000 linked to care and treatment.
The agency has reiterated that the ban on sachet alcoholic beverages remains in place contrary to recent announcements suggesting a lift on the ban.
The nation’s Institute of Infectious Diseases recorded over 977 cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome in 2024, surpassing last year’s total of 941.
The fund aims to support medical bills or challenges faced by Nigerian health journalists on the job.
FG unveils plans to double functional PHCs, enhance healthcare delivery, and foster domestic production.
Consumers are advised to stop use, check product authenticity, and report adverse effects to NAFDAC.
Abuja – The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) expresses its profound sorrow over the loss of Honorable…
NACA Director-General reaffirms Nigeria’s resolve during Oyo State visit, stressing PMTCT awareness, community engagement, and achieving UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets.
Eight African countries now offer the lifesaving malaria vaccine, with Benin, Liberia, and Sierra Leone joining the fight. This WHO-backed effort aims to significantly reduce childhood illness and death from malaria.
Project PinkBlue, Diabetes association of Nigeria, others call for clear nutrition labels, stronger regulations.
NACA prepare for the 2024 HIV Prevention Conference, highlighting innovative strategies and youth involvement to combat the epidemic.