universal health coverage (UHC)

Self-Care for Health and Well-being

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Self-Care for Health and Well-being

Self-care refers to the ability of individuals, families, and communities to actively manage their health, prevent disease, and cope with illness and disabilities, with or without the assistance of healthcare professionals. In today’s world, approximately 3.6 billion people—half the global population—lack access to essential health services. The World Health Organization (WHO) strongly advocates for self-care … Read more

Nigeria Must Undertake Bold Reforms for Universal Health Coverage, Say Experts

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Nigeria Must Undertake Bold Reforms for Universal Health Coverage, Say Experts

Despite substantial government investments, experts argue that the Nigerian health sector requires substantial and meaningful reforms to set it on the path to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). They emphasize the imperative role of private sector involvement in ensuring comprehensive and sustainable healthcare for national growth, development, and ongoing prosperity.