“The government’s policy is clear: no community health officers should be unemployed,” Mr Salako affirmed.
Mr Agom told his colleagues that Ms Wende was to brief the House on the World Bank-supported renovation of PHCs.
An analysis conducted by Chinese researchers finds that having diabetes during pregnancy has a link with an increased risk of neurodevelopment disorders like autism and ADHD in children.
United Nations agencies have warned that cuts in aid will threaten the fragile progress in ending maternal deaths globally.
Fasawe highlighted the critical role of maternal and child health in Nigeria’s development.
The commissioner said the intention was to provide accommodation for skilled birth attendants at the PHCs while improving the health indices of the state.
Ms Kanem said that for the first time, no country was estimated to have an “extremely high” maternal mortality rate of more than 1,000 deaths per 100,000 live births.
Acting WHO regional director for Africa, Chikwe Ihekweazu, stated that in too many places, pregnancy and childbirth “are still life-threatening events.”
The dermatologist said many women apply wig glue to their scalps to ensure their wigs or frontal hair stays in place.
Mr Shettima disclosed that Mr Tinubu had approved a comprehensive Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative.
