maternal health
12 Apr
A global non-governmental organisation, Kolket Relief Foundation (KRF), has called on the government at all levels to prioritise maternal health in Nigeria. The organisation made the call during its online campaign to celebrate the International Day for Maternal Health and Rights on April 11. In a statement co-signed by the organisation's Director of Health Projects,…
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Yearly, no fewer than 40 million women risk experiencing a long-term health problem caused by childbirth, according to a new study published yesterday in The Lancet Global Health.
21 Sep 2023
Recent figures indicate that almost half the world’s population lack access to the health services they need and the quality of service received by many with care is poor.
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In global health, a few challenges are as urgent and imperative as ensuring safe and dignified childbirth for women everywhere.
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