By Mustapha Salisu Yakubu, YOLHAC Champion Despite significant advancements in HIV prevention and treatment, people living with HIV (PLHIV) still face pervasive stigma, discrimination, and social exclusion. These barriers not only violate…
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Increasing HIV Testing and Access to Care by Mustapha Salisu Yakubu
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) remains one of the most significant global public health challenges, affecting millions of people worldwide. Early detection through testing and ensuring access to care are essential steps in…
MAP-IT Champions Research Breakthroughs at HLB-SIMPLe Conference in Gaborone
In a significant milestone towards integrating HIV and non-communicable disease management, leading researchers convened at the 2024 HLB-SIMPLe Annual Conference in Gaborone, Botswana, to share cutting-edge findings and advance the field. The…
Kano govt procures N69m test kits to stem HIV/AIDS
The Kano government has expended N69 million on procurement of rapid test kits to stem HIV/AIDS transmission in the state. The Commissioner for Health Dr Labaran Yusuf, stated this at a news…
Controversy surrounding retirement of Kuraye’s District Head in Katsina
Alhaji Abubakar Abdullahi Ahmadu II, the District Head of Kuraye, has found himself at the center of a swirling controversy following his purported retirement. In a Press statement signed and issued to…