FG launches local vaccine policy. Nigeria misses out as 15 African nations hit 10% COVID-19 vaccination target. Vaccinated people can be infected with COVID-19, infect others — Health Minister. Wanted: A clear vaccine advisory for pregnant, nursing mothers in Nigeria –Iheakweazu. Alleged Fake COVID-19 Test: Senate investigates attempts to defraud Nigerian travellers in Ghana. Nigeria set to implement $750m World Bank COVID-19 intervention. Financing Quality Healthcare, Medication as Panacea to Poor Maternal Health. Nigeria ready as WHO seeks to eliminate bacterial meningitis by 2030 — NCDC DG. ‘Delay in passing National Health Insurance Bill preventing Universal Health Coverage’. Non-functional primary healthcare centres persist despite government’s promises, investments.
Top Ten News Items on Health, 1st October 2021
