Citizens Health

Closing Healthcare Gaps and Expanding Access in Underserved Communities.

[The Guardian Nigeria @GuardianNigeria]

The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) has urged cancer patients to apply for the hospital’s cancer health fund provided by the Federal Government to reduce the financial burden on cancer patients particularly the indigents.
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[Citizens Health @Citizenshealth]

🤱 Every mother deserves the support to give her baby the healthiest start in life.

This #WorldBreastfeedingWeek, let's strengthen the people, policies, and systems that make breastfeeding possible, from families and workplaces to communities. #WBW2026 #SupportBreastfeeding

[World Health Organization (WHO) @WHO]

People everywhere must have access to health services, supplies and humanitarian aid.

#HealthForAll.

[UN News @UN_News_Centre]

Ebola update: As of 17 June, 896 confirmed cases and 232 deaths were reported across 31 health zones in DR Congo.

UN agencies warn of regional risks while urgently appealing for funds to continue lifesaving services.

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[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

Latest situation report on the ongoing #Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus➡️ https://t.co/WJjDuPFJtq

[Citizens Health @Citizenshealth]

Citizens Health Initiative Nigeria trains Community Health Navigators across Lagos on key public health areas

#CommunityHealth #HealthEquity #CHIN

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[Citizens Health @Citizenshealth]

Today marks the 63rd Anniversary of Africa Day. We honor the health workers across Africa who continue to sacrifice their time and efforts in the fight against Ebola & other public health challenges. Together, we celebrate Africa’s resilience, unity & hope for a healthier future.

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

On #AfricaDay, we celebrate the continent’s abundant strengths, resilience, potential & growing influence on the world stage.

The people of Africa have overcome the destructive consequences of slavery & colonialism & forged unity & purpose out of adversity.

The @UN is proud to work with African countries to build a peaceful, prosperous & sustainable future all Africans & our world.

[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

#Ebola Bundibugyo virus update:
- So far, 101 cases have been confirmed in the #DRC, including 10 confirmed deaths. But we know the epidemic in the DRC is much larger. There are now more than 900 suspected cases and 220 suspected deaths.
- #Uganda has reported two additional confirmed cases among healthcare workers, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to seven, including one confirmed death.

We are continuing to scale up the response with our partners, and we expect more cases to be identified in the coming days and weeks.

The sooner we can trace people with infections and identify their contacts, the sooner we can provide the care they need and bring this outbreak under control.

[United Nations @UN]

“Today and every day, the United Nations is proud to work with African countries to build the peaceful, prosperous and sustainable future all Africans – and our world – deserve.”

@antonioguterres on Monday’s #AfricaDay.

[Africa CDC @AfricaCDC]

The Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) is one of the six species of Ebola and can be very serious.

But with the right preventive measures, we can reduce the risk of infection and protect ourselves, our families, and our communities.

Learn the signs and symptoms, follow public health guidance, and help stop the spread. Communities coming together can save lives.

#AfricaResponds #EbolaResponse

[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

𝐐: Are vaccines available to protect people against #Ebola?

𝐀: Vaccines are available for some Ebola species, particularly Zaire ebolavirus, which has caused several outbreaks in Africa. However, vaccines are not yet widely available for all strains, including Bundibugyo ebolavirus. This makes early detection, contact tracing, infection prevention and community engagement even more critical during outbreaks caused by these strains.

Read the latest Disease outbreak news on Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus: https://t.co/wGNYwzcaqN

[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

𝐐: Why is regular #handwashing important during an #Ebola outbreak?
𝐀: Handwashing helps reduce the risk of infection by removing viruses that may be present on hands after contact with contaminated surfaces or people. It is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect individuals, families and health workers during outbreaks.

Learn more: https://t.co/NLKE4nktpV

[Citizens Health @Citizenshealth]

2013 Ebola outbreak in West
Africa was the largest, deadliest, and most widespread Ebola epidemic in human history. This month, @WHO declared Ebola a disease of major global concern. The Nigerian govt noted it has intensified measures to prevent the possible spread of the disease

[Citizens Health @Citizenshealth]

WHO declares Ebola Disease a public health emergency of international concern.

As of 16 May 2026, the DRC has recorded 8 confirmed cases, 246 suspected cases, and 80 suspected deaths.

#publichealth #Health #Travel

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[Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @DrTedros]

After having consulted the #DRC and #Uganda where the #Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus is known to be currently occurring, I determine that the epidemic constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), as defined in the provisions of IHR.

My full statement: https://t.co/EjzdjrMXHO

[Citizens Health @Citizenshealth]

#WorldHypertensionDay💙 In Nigeria 4 in 10 adults are living with high blood pressure

▪︎30–40% of Nigerian adults have hypertension
▪︎Hypertension causes up to 80% of stroke cases in Nigeria
▪︎HBP has no visible symptoms. CHECK YOUR BP

✅ Screen.Know.Control. Live Longer

[Prof. Akin Abayomi @ProfAkinAbayomi]

Lassa Fever. What we must know.

While Lassa fever is a major public health challenge across Nigeria, Lagos has seen only a few cases so far. Thanks to swift medical action, these cases were rapidly isolated and treated, preventing community spread.

But to keep our city safe, we must understand how it spreads, our health sector orthodox and unorthodox must continue to be vigilant. Our communities must understand how to protect themselves.

Lassa fever is a severe viral illness that is contracted from animals to humans and then spread from human to human. It is primarily carried by wild and household rodents, which sheds the virus constantly in its urine and faeces.

Many popular bushmeat species also carry the virus.

How it is transmitted

▫️Having direct contact with infected rats urine faeces، saliva or blood.

▫️Consuming food or water contaminated by infected rodents.

▫️Contacts with surfaces، items and objects contaminated with the urine، faeces، saliva or blood of infected rats.

▫️Inhaling dust contaminated by infected rodents urine or droppings

▫️Once in a community, it spreads from person to person through direct contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person.

Prevention

The path of Lassa fever is entirely preventable. By keeping food tightly sealed in rodent-proof containers, maintaining clean homes, and avoiding buying, handling, or consuming live or freshly killed wild animals, we break the chain.

Let’s stay vigilant, practice strict hygiene, and protect our homes, our communities, and our healthcare heroes!

#lassafreelagos #lassafever #lagoshealth #onehealth

[NAFDAC NIGERIA @NafdacAgency]

Public Alert No. 024/2026.
Alert on counterfeit Augmentin 625mg Tablets (Batch No. AC3N) in Nigeria
#NAFDACAlerts

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[WHO African Region @WHOAFRO]

The right to health is a human right.

Many migrants lack:
❌ Access to quality health services
❌ Protection from financial hardship due to healthcare costs

To achieve #HealthForAll, we must ensure that everyone can exercise their right to health without discrimination of any kind. https://t.co/JUIoVTdnvp