Lagos, Society for Family Health Collaborate to Combat Malaria, Target Vulnerable Groups

In a bid to drastically reduce the malaria burden in Lagos State, the Lagos State Ministry of Health has entered into a strategic partnership with the Society for Family Health (SFH). Supported by the World Bank, the collaboration focuses on extending malaria prevention and treatment efforts, particularly targeting vulnerable populations such as pregnant women and…

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Molecular Stool Tests Could Cut Colonoscopy Need by 15%-41% – Report

Noninvasive stool DNA and FIT testing may significantly reduce the need for post-polypectomy colonoscopies, potentially decreasing procedures by 15% to 41%, according to a study from the Netherlands. The Dutch MOCCAS study, published in Gastroenterology, on Monday highlights that annual FIT surveillance, particularly with FIT FOB-Gold at a threshold of 32 µg/g feces, may match…

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FG Disburses N12.9bn to Boost Healthcare Delivery, Improve Access, Equity

In a significant move to bolster Nigeria’s healthcare system, the Federal Government has authorized the allocation of N12.911 billion to essential health agencies to improve nationwide access to healthcare services. The funds, allocated for the fourth quarter of 2024 from the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), is intended to strengthen the National Health Insurance…

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