Non-Communicable Diseases Archives

24 Oct 25

A Step closer to stronger NCD Care

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HSDF joined partners including FMoH, WHO, CHAI, and SPAEN to validate national training manuals and strengthen systems for NCD care. Together, they are laying the foundation for coordinated, data-driven, and equitable health services across Nigeria.

29 Aug 25

Strengthening CKD Care Protocols in Nigeria

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HSDF joined partners to strengthen Nigeria’s CKD training protocol, expanding care pathways and improving guidance for early detection, referrals, and treatment.

21 Mar 24

HSDF Collaborates with Kano State Ministry of Health and other Key Actors to Improve Access to Better Care for Diabetic Patients in Kano State through the Diabetes Awareness Campaign (DAC) Project

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Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) represent a significant burden on public health globally, with diabetes and hypertension being two of the most prevalent and impactful conditions. Addressing these NCDs requires a comprehensive […]

10 Nov 21

Engaging Communities for Primary Prevention of Type II Diabetes Mellitus in Imo State and FCT

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According to the International Diabetes Federation, over 19 million people in Africa were estimated to have Diabetes in 2019 [1]. Nigeria has the second largest number of adults (20 -79 […]

12 Oct 21

HSDF Supports Local Technical Assistants (LTAs) in Kaduna State Towards Achieving Credible Data for Informed Decision Making

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The National Health Management Information System (NHMIS) is the system for the collection, collation, storage, and dissemination of service delivery data in the Nigerian healthcare system. It provides information on […]

12 Oct 21

Stakeholders in Imo State Hold Debrief Meeting on the Diabetes Awareness and Care (DAC) Project’s Mentoring Visits

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The DAC project is a three-year project being implemented in Imo State and the FCT. Funded by the World Diabetes Federation, the project is being executed by the Non-Communicable Disease […]

12 Oct 21

Engaging CBO Activities on the Diabetes Awareness and Care (DAC) Project in the FCT

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A key objective of the Diabetes Awareness and Care (DAC) project is to increase awareness of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in select communities in Imo and the FCT. The project […]

24 Aug 21

Costs of Diabetes and Hypertension Management in Primary Care Facilities in Nigeria

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Nigeria is experiencing a rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes mellitus (DM), hypertension (HTN), cancer, and injuries. Owing to the lack of recent or granular estimates on the […]

24 Aug 21

Reducing Facility-Based Maternal and Neonatal Deaths in Three Nigerian States

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Maternal mortality has remained a topical issue, even though maternal mortality ratio dropped by 38% globally from 2000-2017[i]. Most high-income countries have low maternal death rates that have consistently decreased […]

24 Aug 21

Comparing Causes of Maternal Deaths in Two Tertiary Hospitals in Sub-Saharan Countries

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Globally, an estimated 585,000 maternal deaths occur annually, with 90% occurring in developing countries, specifically Sub-Saharan African and Asian countries[1]. This makes improving maternal care a major global priority. To […]

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A Step closer to stronger NCD Care

Strengthening CKD Care Protocols in Nigeria

HSDF Collaborates with Kano State Ministry of Health and other Key Actors to Improve Access to Better Care for Diabetic Patients in Kano State through the Diabetes Awareness Campaign (DAC) Project

Engaging Communities for Primary Prevention of Type II Diabetes Mellitus in Imo State and FCT

HSDF Supports Local Technical Assistants (LTAs) in Kaduna State Towards Achieving Credible Data for Informed Decision Making

Stakeholders in Imo State Hold Debrief Meeting on the Diabetes Awareness and Care (DAC) Project’s Mentoring Visits

Engaging CBO Activities on the Diabetes Awareness and Care (DAC) Project in the FCT

Costs of Diabetes and Hypertension Management in Primary Care Facilities in Nigeria

Reducing Facility-Based Maternal and Neonatal Deaths in Three Nigerian States

Comparing Causes of Maternal Deaths in Two Tertiary Hospitals in Sub-Saharan Countries

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