Alcohol and Cancer: A Call for Urgent Awareness and Action in Nigeria
In Nigeria, the awareness of the health risks linked to alcohol consumption, especially its connection to cancer, remains alarmingly low. Despite growing global evidence, many
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Revolutionizing Rural Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene: REF’s Community-Led WASH Monitoring System
The Rosana Empowerment Foundation’s (REF) Community-Led WASH Monitoring System is a mobile-based platform empowering remote communities to control their water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) needs through real-time reporting, GPS tracking, and educational resources. This system ensures timely responses, community involvement, and sustainable improvements in public health and hygiene practices.
Understanding the Ongoing Threat of Mpox in Nigeria: Prevention and Public Health Strategies
Mpox, formerly monkeypox, is a re-emerging viral disease, primarily in Nigeria since 2017. It spreads through close contact with infected individuals, animals, or materials. Symptoms include rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes, with severe cases causing complications. Public health measures and education are crucial for controlling the spread and preventing future outbreaks.
The WHO Declaration of Mpox as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern: Implications for Nigeria
The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, recently declared the upsurge of
Innovative Approaches to Reducing Maternal Mortality in Underserved Communities
Maternal mortality is a serious issue in remote areas with limited healthcare. The Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF) addresses this through mobile health clinics, training for midwives, and awareness campaigns. These efforts provide crucial medical services, improve local midwifery skills, and educate communities, resulting in significantly reduced maternal mortality rates and better health outcomes.
Navigating Economic Independence, Personal Growth, and Gender Equality
In Bauchi State, Nigeria, the journey toward economic independence, personal growth, and gender equality for
Leveraging Traditional Leadership to Advance Girl Child Education in Northern Nigeria
In Northern Nigeria, where traditional customs and cultural norms often shape community practices, the Rosana
Championing Environmental Justice for a Sustainable Future
As a member of the global network of activists and supporters striving for environmental justice,
Enhancing WooCommerce SEO: Enabling Product Attributes in Search Results with WPCode and AIOSEO
Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF) is making strides in youth empowerment through skills acquisition, as evidenced
Empowering Governance for Effective Planning, Budgeting, and Service Delivery
A Catalyst for Effective Planning and Budgeting In a nation’s pursuit of sustainable development, NGOs
Keynote Address by Ejiogu Vitus Chibueze, Executive Director of Rosana Empowerment Foundation (REF), During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence in Shira LGA, Bauchi State
Ladies and Gentlemen, Good morning, With heartfelt gratitude and unwavering determination, I stand before you
