A new study has found that stockouts of multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS) at health facilities are contributing to Nigeria's burden of maternal anaemia, according to Leadership. Pregnant women experiencing fatigue, weakness and other anaemia symptoms often cannot access the nutritional support needed to protect themselves and their babies, as the essential supplements are frequently unavailable. The report highlights how these supply gaps undermine antenatal care for many women across the country.

A nationwide study published in Neurosurgical Review has found that thousands of Nigerian children born with hydrocephalus, commonly called 'water on the brain,' face preventable complications and lifelong disabilities. According to Tribune Online, many cases are diagnosed late, while families cannot afford treatment or lack access to specialist neurosurgical care, leaving affected children at heightened risk across the country.

Recent research findings have raised alarm among health authorities in South Africa due to a disturbing spike in the rate of Fetal Alcohol Disorder. This increase has prompted concerns regarding public health and the need for effective interventions to address the issue.

An article from The Conversation Africa examines the additional barriers faced by pregnant women with disabilities in Lagos, Nigeria, within a broader maternal health crisis. It notes that around 70% of global maternal deaths occur in sub-Saharan Africa, driven by limited access to timely, quality maternity care, shortages of skilled health workers and essential medical supplies, and that Nigeria accounts for a substantial share of these deaths despite years of investment in maternal health services.

In Nigeria, poverty and malnutrition are significant factors contributing to preventable childhood killer diseases such as malaria and pneumonia, despite the availability of vaccines. The situation highlights the challenges faced in addressing these health issues effectively, as socioeconomic conditions hinder access to necessary healthcare and nutrition.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for enhanced newborn screening measures to improve the care of birth defects. WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus emphasized that every child deserves the chance for a healthy future, and early identification of congenital conditions is crucial to achieving this goal.