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Preparedness doesn't begin when an outbreak starts.
The 2026 Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak offers an important reminder of why research systems, financing, clinical trial capacity and partnerships must be built before they are needed.
The latest Lassa Lens Initiative Newsletter explores what this means for epidemic preparedness in West Africa, and how the Lassa Fever Coalition is helping build regional readiness.
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Are you sure you should be paying for every service at your Primary Healthcare Centre? 🤔
Join us today, 21 October, by 4:30 PM on @ArewaRadio931, as we discuss what you need to know about healthcare costs, health insurance coverage, and how to speak up when something doesn’t seem right.
Listen live: arewaradio.com #CommunityHealthWatch
In his remarks, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr @SalakoIziaq, highlighted the scale of lead exposure in Nigeria, noting that an estimated 80 million children are exposed.
He stressed that children, pregnant women and women of childbearing age are particularly vulnerable to its harmful effects, making prevention a critical public health priority.
#LeadPoisoningPreventionWeek #LeadFreeNaija
@Fmohnigeria
Today, the Ministerial Press Briefing and High-Level Stakeholders’ Dialogue for the 2026 International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week brings stakeholders together under the theme, “From Detection to Prevention: Acting Together to End Lead Exposure in Nigeria.”
Organised to launch the National Lead Poisoning Prevention Strategic Plan, the event will highlight the burden of lead exposure in Nigeria and galvanise commitments towards prevention.
Follow this thread for key insights and highlights from the discussions.
#LeadPoisoningPreventionWeek #LeadFreeNaija
@Fmohnigeria
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Africa CDC Director-General Dr Jean Kaseya is calling for urgent international support following confirmation of an Ebola Bundibugyo case in Nigeria, warning that the outbreak poses a growing regional threat.
In a statement issued on October 20, Kaseya called for flexible funding, medical supplies, diagnostic capacity and trained responders to strengthen the response across affected countries, including the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Kenya, while Uganda maintains heightened vigilance.
He urged the international community to act swiftly, stressing that containing Ebola in Africa is essential to protecting global health.
#Ebola #AfricaCDC #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth
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Artificial intelligence can help public health experts identify potential disease outbreaks, analyse complex medical data and explore possible treatments. But how do we ensure that these tools support good decisions rather than replace the human judgement needed to make them?
At #WHS2026 in Berlin, a panel discussion on preparing future public health leaders explored why technical knowledge alone is not enough.
Our latest dispatch looks at why human judgement remains essential as #AI becomes more integrated into public health, and why stronger health systems are needed to turn information into responsible action.
Read the full article: africahealthwatch.com/world-…
Menstruation is not a scandal! Why are we still acting like it’s a family secret?
Despite being a normal part of life for women and girls, periods are still surrounded by stigma and misconceptions.
Here are five things worth knowing about periods. How many are you already familiar with?
#HealthForAllNG
Lead exposure remains a serious public health concern, with potentially harmful effects on children and adults.
Preventing exposure requires stronger surveillance, effective regulation, and coordinated action to identify and address sources of lead in our communities.
#LeadPoisoningPreventionWeek2026 #LeadFreeNaija
@Fmohnigeria
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Social listening is a critical tool in Ebola preparedness and response, helping health authorities understand public concerns, information gaps and circulating rumours before they undermine response efforts.
Nancy Okwengu, Infodemic Management Officer at WHO, explains how monitoring public conversations can guide risk communication, counter misinformation and ensure communities receive timely, accurate and trusted information during an outbreak.
#Ebola #SocialListening #InfodemicManagement #RiskCommunication #WillowHealthMedia
1 week to #FHC2026! 💃🏾🕺🏾
We’re looking forward to welcoming you to the Future of Health Conference 2026. There’s so much to discuss, and we want you to be part of it.
Have you registered yet? We hope to see you in the room.
Register now: nhwat.ch/FHC2026
#TheFutureOfHealthIsNow @Fmohnigeria @OrganonLLC @PathfinderInt @eHealth_africa
How can local pharmaceutical production strengthen Nigeria’s health security and reduce reliance on imported medicine ingredients?
At #FHC2026, the @WBG_Nigeria will host a special side event exploring the investments and enabling environment needed to scale up domestic Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients production for priority essential medicines.
🗓️30 October 2026
Register to attend: nhwat.ch/FHC2026
#TheFutureOfHealthIsNow @Fmohnigeria
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A very important conversation is going on here. If you are interested in working on reducing maternal death, which all of us should be, because no woman should die giving birth.
Join the webinar. The conversation continues at #FHC2026.
Register now 👉 nhwat.ch/FHC2026
We are live for today’s webinar!
Family planning is a critical pathway to reducing maternal deaths. Access to quality family planning services can help women make informed reproductive choices, prevent unintended pregnancies and reduce the risks associated with pregnancy and childbirth.
Today’s session explores how family planning can contribute to better maternal health outcomes and strengthen efforts to reduce maternal mortality in Nigeria.
Join us: nhwat.ch/OrgFhC2w
#FamilyPlanning #MaternalHealth #FHC2026 #TheFutureOfHealthIsNow @OrganonLLC @Fmohnigeria @PathfinderInt
Africa’s genetic diversity holds enormous potential for medical discovery. Yet, much of that potential remains underrepresented in the research shaping global medicine.
In ourlatest #CuratedConversations, Dr Abasi Ene-Obong, Founder and CEO of Syndicate Bio, explores genomic equity, biotechnology and the future of precision medicine in Africa.
Look out for the full conversation on Friday, October 23, 2026. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to catch it when it drops: youtube.com/@Nigeriahealthwa…
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The Ministry of Health has confirmed one additional case of Ebola (Bundibugyo Virus Disease), bringing the total to nine, including the first case, who died.
All cases belong to one cluster, with no evidence of transmission beyond the group.
Eight patients are receiving treatment and are reported to be stable and improving. Meanwhile, 134 of 135 identified contacts have been traced and quarantined, while contacts who entered quarantine on October 6 are expected to begin returning home from October 25 after completing 21 days without symptoms.
The Ministry urges Kenyans to remain vigilant, report suspected symptoms at the nearest health facility or call the toll-free line 719, and cooperate with response teams.
There are currently no restrictions on travel, trade or public gatherings.
#Ebola #PublicHealth #Kenya
Photo: @MOH_Kenya (Facebook)
The healthcare Nigerians receive is shaped by the leaders they elect.
From access to essential medicines to the quality of care in our hospitals, making health a priority at the ballot box is vital to building a healthier future for every Nigerian.
#Vote4HealthNaija
Nigeria’s efforts to eliminate river blindness have made important strides, improving the prospects for affected communities.
But sustaining this progress requires continued commitment, resources and coordinated action to ensure these gains are not lost.
#RiverBlindnessNG @Fmohnigeria @Sightsavers
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It was a pleasure to moderate the fireside chat “Sovereign by Design: Africa’s Choice on Health Data and AI” at the Articifial Intelligence in Health Summit 2026 organised by @ahfidng, with Jean Philbert Nsengimana (@nsengimanajp) and Prof Annie Hartley (LiGHT)
Who controls our health data? Who determines its use? What will African institutions pay to access the technologies they depend on?
Data sovereignty extends beyond storage. Ownership, governance, skills and technical capacity shape Africa’s ability to influence these technologies.
We discussed gaps across the continent, promising tools including #MOVE, and the need to unite our data and strengthen collaboration.
I also contributed to a discussion on responsible AI use in healthcare. As people seek medical advice from AI, safeguards, public awareness, regulation and accountability matter.
Africa must have the capacity and agency to shape how health data and AI improve health outcomes.
Thank you to the AI in Health Summit for these important discussions.
#AIinHealth #HealthData #DataSovereignty #DigitalHealth #AIinHealthSummit2026
@nighealthwatch @dsn_ai_network
How can we build digital health solutions that people trust and can access?
At the 2nd Nigerian Telehealth Conference (NTC 2.0), organised by @MyMobihealth and partners, speakers highlighted the need to integrate telehealth into existing healthcare systems, strengthen health insurance coverage, and make digital health services accessible and affordable, particularly for underserved communities.
#NTC2 @Fmohnigeria @eHealth_africa
@NigeriaGov has confirmed a case of Ebola in the FCT, in a patient who recently arrived in Abuja from Uganda. The patient is in isolation and receiving medical care.
Contact tracing has begun, with 44 close contacts identified. @Fmohnigeria urges Nigerians not to panic, but to stay vigilant, practise hand hygiene and report any suspected case or exposure to @NCDCgov on 6232. If you have symptoms, call before visiting a facility.
Ebola spreads through direct contact with the blood or body fluids of someone who is sick with or has died from the disease, or through contaminated materials.
#Ebola #EbolaNigeria
