A patient being examined at USAID supported Farida Yakubu Specialist Hospital, Gusau
Access to quality reproductive health and family planning services remain poor in Nigeria. The 2008 edition of the Nigerian Demographic and Health Survey (NDHS) found that only 9.7 percent of married women use a modern method of contraception, while 20% o
Supply chains for essential health commodities remain weak throughout Nigeria. Many facilities often suffer from stock outs of essential commodities, contraceptives, and malaria drugs.
Malaria is a major public health concern in Nigeria and is present throughout the country. It accounts for 60 percent of outpatient visits and 30 percent of hospitalizations among children under five years of age.
Malaria is a major public health concern in Nigeria and is present throughout the country. It accounts for 60 percent of outpatient visits and 30 percent of hospitalizations among children under five years of age. With a population of more than 150 million people, Nigeria accounts for one-quarter of malaria cases in Africa and there are more deaths caused by malaria in Nigeria than in any other country.
Sesame Street, an award-winning television series created by Sesame Workshop, is a shared experience for children throughout the world. With more than 120 million viewers, Sesame Street is regarded as the largest informal educator of young children. The television series is committed to the principle that all children deserve a chance to learn and grow; to be prepared for school; to better understand the world and each other; to think, dream and discover; and to reach their highest potential.
Malaria is a major public health concern in Nigeria and is present throughout the country. It accounts for 60 percent of outpatient visits and 30 percent of hospitalizations among children under five years of age.
