Tag: HIV
Economic hardship forces HIV, TB patients to abandon treatment in Ogun
According to her, some families are increasingly forced to choose between feeding their households and attending hospital appointments, while daily…
NOA chief demands enforcement of HIV anti-discrimination law
He pledged NOA's commitment to amplifying awareness of free HIV, TB, and Malaria testing and treatment services across communities in…
Norwegian man declared HIV-free after stem cell transplant
Medical experts involved in the case said the man has remained off antiretroviral therapy for an extended period without any…
HIV Prevention Injection: Distribution set to begin in eight Nigerian states
Nigeria has been selected as one of the early adopter countries for a new HIV prevention injection, following considerations such…
Relief as HIV prevention drugs set for distribution in Nigeria
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) confirmed the news, saying the federal government is preparing to roll…
Lagos unveils HIV Prevention Action Plan to Strengthen Coordinated Response
Speaking at the dissemination meeting held at the Lagos State Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), the Chief Executive Officer…
World AIDS day marks start of game-changing HIV injection in Africa
According to UNAIDS 2024, eastern and southern Africa account for 52% of the 40.8 million people living with HIV worldwide.
No state has 86% HIV rate – FG
Authorities urged Nigerians to refrain from circulating unconfirmed health claims and to rely only on credible government sources. The ministry…
Breakthrough in Science as US sends HIV prevention drugs to Africa
Lenacapavir is an injectable medicine that only needs to be taken twice a year, making it easier to use than…
Lagos leads bold drive to secure sustainable funding for HIV, TB, Malaria
Kadiri described the validation process as a pivotal moment for redefining accountability and local ownership in health financing, noting that…
Nigeria secures deal for reduction in price of HIV prevention drug
The drug Lenacapavir is up to 100 per cent effective in preventing new HIV infections.
Lagos steps up campaign to eliminate mother-to-child HIV, mobilises birth attendants
Speaking at the event, LSACA Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Folakemi Animashaun, emphasised that TBAs remain critical to healthcare delivery at…
Anambra records 3,138 new HIV cases in 10 months
An impressive 99 per cent of those who tested positive, were successfully linked to antiretroviral therapy (ART). Currently, 49,067 individuals…
World AIDS Day: FCT places 61,384 people on treatment
Dr Adedolapo Fasawe, Mandate Secretary, Health Services and Environment Secretariat, FCT Administration, stated this in Abuja on Monday, at a…
Nigeria: 1.6 million HIV patients receiving treatment – NACA DG
Despite progress, Ilori noted significant challenges in preventing mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT), with current coverage below 33%.