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From Dispensary to Diagnosis: How Nigerian PBMs & Pharmacies are Bridging the Gap in Primary Care
Pharmacists are usually the most accessible healthcare professionals in Nigeria. For most people, a pharmacist is the first point of contact in the primary healthcare system…
The Heart of Nigeria's Healthcare Crisis: How Cardiovascular Disease is Straining the System
Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are on the rise in Nigeria, with heart failure, cardiomyopathies, rheumatic heart disease, and coronary artery disease being the most prevalent…
Nigeria's Mental Health Crisis: A Mind-Boggling Burden on 40 Million Minds
Nigeria is grappling with a staggering mental health crisis, as millions of its citizens suffer from various mental disorders. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that a whopping 20%…
The Cost of Healthcare in Nigeria: How PBMs are Tackling HMOs' Challenges
Despite a population of ~218 million people, there are 68 NHIS-accredited HMOs operating in Nigeria. Only about 16 million people have health insurance coverage, meaning the coverage level…