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Ibironke Idris is a tailor under the Apeleyin ward of Somolu Local Government Area in Lagos State. Her dedication to her role as a Health Champion, ensuring that people take charge of their health, is truly remarkable. In her interview, she shared how she convinced members of her community to embrace vaccination, debunking myths they […]
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a public health threat that compromises the effectiveness of antimicrobial drugs, rendering them almost powerless in curing illnesses. The misuse of antimicrobial medications such as antibiotics and antimalarials in Nigeria contributes to an alarming rise in drug-resistant infections, which increases the risk of prolonged illness and even death. Despite its severity, […]
It is arduous to effect changes within a large group of people. However, Salami Wasiu, the secretary of the Motor Mechs and Technicians Association of Nigeria (MOMTAN), found a way to keep his colleagues in check by promoting healthier habits after learning about the dangers of infectious diseases through our community-based surveillance project in 2024. […]
Information is key to the transformation of any society. Ayodele Temidayo, a Health Champion at Somolu local government, has gained courage since the Strengthening Community Knowledge and Response on Infectious Disease Prevention (SCKaR-IDP) project in standing her ground and ensuring to do the right thing despite facing opposition from her neighbors. In her words, “Whenever […]
Watchmen or as we rightly call them, Health Champions, are critical for community-based health surveillance to succeed. They support with prevention practices that reduce the spread of infectious diseases and also participate in the detection, reporting, and management of suspected cases. Considering that community health is critical for national health security, our Strengthening Community Knowledge […]
Building the Capacity of Primary Healthcare Workers in Local Communities on Standard Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Practices: Our Intervention at Badagry Local Government Area of Lagos State. I used to think I should wash my hands only after attending to patients. However, through this training, I have learned about the other [5] moments of […]
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