neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) Archives

neglected tropical diseases (NTDs)

March 11, 2026

Mass Deworming Programme To Reach 400,000 Pupils In Cross River

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State Launches Campaign Against Neglected Tropical Diseases THE Cross River State Government has launched a mass treatment campaign targeting about 400,000 school-aged children as part of efforts to combat Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). The initiative, which focuses on children aged between five and 14 years, is part of Nigeria’s broader strategy to eliminate NTDs by […]

March 8, 2026

Trailblazing Surgeon: Nigerian Woman Leads New Front In Hydrocele Treatment

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Nigerian Doctor Breaks New Ground in Surgical Training A Nigerian physician, Linda Nwodo, has become the first woman trained to perform hydrocele surgery through a programme supported by Sightsavers, a milestone advocates say highlights the importance of expanding women’s participation in specialised healthcare. The announcement was made by the organisation’s Nigeria Country Director, Joy Shu’aibu, […]