#MaternalMonday: 6 Tips on how to promote Maternal Health in Conflict Areas
Conflict often has varying impacts on a society and its members. This may often lead to loss of life, injuries, displacement, malnutrition as well as other health complications. In Nigeria alone, there are over 2.1 million people who have been displaced due to ongoing conflict and crises. An estimated one-third of maternal deaths occurring worldwide happen in conflict settings. However, reducing maternal mortality and morbidity is the key to achieving the Sustainable Developm
#MaternalMonday: Promoting Civil Rights and Liberties for Improved Maternal Wellbeing
In honor of Nelson Mandela, the United Nations declared 18th July to be recognized as Nelson Mandela International Day to promote his values and dedication to the service of humanity. Hence, today's #MaternalMonday focuses on ‘Promoting Civil Rights and Liberties for Improved Maternal Wellbeing.’ Since most maternal deaths are preventable, maternal mortality and morbidity are also human rights issues according to the United Nations (2009). Human rights are universal, legal gu
