Postpartum: What you should know
The days and weeks after you give birth are as important as the pregnancy period. It is the period immediately following childbirth,...
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Preterm Birth
Did you know that babies born at six and a half months (28 weeks) can survive in Nigeria? Babies are expected at about 40 completed...
Stillbirth
It is a tragic event where a baby, who was expected to be born alive, passes away in the womb. The exact causes of stillbirth can va...
Stillbirths: What is Important to Know
A stillbirth is the death of a baby on or after 28 weeks of pregnancy, but before or during delivery. It is different from a miscarr...
Tetanus: What you should know
Tetanus is an infection caused by bacteria called Clostridium tetani. When these bacteria enter the body, they produce a toxin that...
Tetanus: What You Should Know
Tetanus also known as Lockjaw is a serious bacterial infection of the nervous system caused by the bacteria called Clostridium tetan...
Understanding Cholera: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Cholera is an acute diarrheal illness caused by infection of the intestine with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. Though the disease ca...