Maternal Health & COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main advice for pregnant women during COVID-19? Follow the guidance on staying alert and safe (social distancing) and avoid anyone who has symptoms of coronavirus. If in your third trimester (more than 28 weeks pregnant), you should be particularly attentive to social distancing. What should I do if I develop symptoms of […]
Maternal Health & COVID-19
Maternal Health is the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the period afterwards. It is a global concern because the lives of millions of women of reproductive age and children can be saved through maternal health care services. All pregnant women – including those suspected or confirmed with COVID-19 – should continue to attend […]
The Role of Stakeholders In Improvement of Young People’s Awareness of Sexual and Reproductive Health
The World Health Organization reports that one-quarter of the world’s population comprises young people between 10 – 24 years. In Nigeria, adolescents and young people make up 31% of the entire population. NURHI reports indicated that about one-quarter of Nigerian adolescents are sexually active, with sexual debut ranging from 10-15 years. Let’s look at Grace’s […]
Advancing Maternal Health During COVID-19
One of the critical ways to prevent and reduce the overall maternal mortality rates amongst communities in Nigeria is utilizing skilled birth attendants.In many rural areas in Nigeria, pregnant women prefer to deliver their babies at home with the assistance of Community Birth Attendants (CBAs).The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines a traditional birth attendant as […]
COVID-19: HACEY HOLDS MATERNAL HEALTH SUPPORT PROGRAM IN LAGOS, OGUN, OYO
HACEY, a not–for–profit organization has, with support from Access Bank Plc, held a Maternal Health Support Program as a response to promoting maternal health during COVID-19.