Malaria Vaccine In Nigeria

Nigeria recently welcomed its first batch of malaria vaccines, marking a significant milestone in the fight against this deadly disease. The R21/Matrix-M vaccine, donated by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance is now available in some parts of the country. This initiative, led by the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), aims to drastically reduce malaria morbidity and mortality rates. With the support of global partners like UNICEF and WHO, Nigeria is on a path toward a malaria-free future. Listen to this episode to learn more about this groundbreaking development and its impact on public health in Nigeria. Linktree:⁠https://linktr.ee/auntypharmacistpodcast⁠⁠ IG: @auntypharmacistpodcast X: @pharmpodcaster LinkedIn: Gbemisola Adebisi-Jose Facebook: Aunty Pharmacist Podcast