Combating Malaria Infections During Pregnancy
Malaria in pregnancy is a frequent and major public health problem in Nigeria. In many countries, malaria is a leading cause of illness and death. In areas with high transmission, the most vulnerable groups are young children, who have not developed immunity to malaria yet, and pregnant women, whose immunity are decreased by pregnancy. Malaria infection […]
Fighting to Eradicate Female Genital Mutilation
The practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) has major social, cultural, traditional, and religious implications and the practice still goes on for a number of reasons. These reasons range from feminine cleanliness, cultural identity, virginity protection, immorality prevention, better marriage prospects, more pleasure for the husband, fertility improvement and the list is endless. FGM is […]
Importance of Antenatal Care to Families
Antenatal care plays an important role and should not be overlooked. This is because it contributes significantly to ensuring that pregnant women achieve the best possible physical and psychological health. Regular maternal check-ups and constant education will benefit Mother, Father and child. Follow-up care is an extremely crucial part of antenatal care, as it can […]
Sex Education for Children: Parents’ Responsibilities
Effective sex education program provides information about body development, sexuality, relationships, and skills to help young people make informed decisions about their sexual health. As the choices people make can have a long-term influence on their health and well-being. A female child’s libido, sexuality, and sexual activity will undoubtedly influence her as she matures and She […]
Winners of End Female Genital Mutilation Competition Awarded In Ekiti State
In commemoration of the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation. HACEY Health Initiative organized an essay competition tagged “End Female Genital Mutilation Essay Competition” in the states of Oyo, Osun, and Ekiti. Recall that, the organization had honored the top five winners from Oyo state for having the best overall performance last […]
HACEY Celebrates Women On International Women’s day
The nature of a woman suggests that she is a natural leader. In spite of this, women are still subjected to different forms of stereotypes and endure all kinds of injustice. HACEY joins the rest of the world to celebrate women on this conspicuous Day. As the theme of the year says, we join hands […]
HACEY Awards winners of End Female Genital Mutilation Essay Competition in Oyo State
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a practice that comprises all procedures involving partial or total removal of the external Female Genitalia or other injuries to the Female Genital organs for non-medical reasons. Research carried out show that over 2million women are at risk of being mutilated every day. Now older generations have the idea because […]
Digitalizing Sexual Reproductive Health Services Access for Young people
World Health Organization (WHO) states that adolescent-friendly reproductive health services are the services that are accessible, acceptable and appropriate for the youth, free from any form of discrimination. On the 2nd of March 2022, Hacey Health Initiative held a session at the Africanxt 2022 which involved inviting experts on gender and digital health to speak on […]
Clean Water Project Organizes Capacity Building Workshop for Health Workers, Education Staff and Community Leaders
In an effort to improve the water, sanitation and hygiene conditions in primary health care centers and public schools across project states (Delta, Imo and Ondo), HACEY Health Initiative through its clean water project has organized a capacity building workshop to further build the knowledge of health and education workforce as well as community leaders […]
HACEY Commissions 10 Electricity Powered Borehole In 5 PHCs And 5 Public Schools In Delta, Imo And Ondo State
Leading Non-governmental organization, HACEY Health Initiative has commissioned 10 electricity power boreholes in 5 Primary Health Care centers and 5 public schools in Delta, Imo and Ondo state. The NGO through the Clean Water Initiative project supported by Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation carried out the commissioning in line with its bid to address the […]