Extreme Heat in Nigeria: 7 Groups at Serious Risk

Extreme heat in Nigeria is more than an uncomfortable weather condition. It is a public health and community resilience concern. As temperatures rise, some people face greater risks because of their age, health, work or living conditions. A Climate Impact Lab analysis has warned of the potential health burden of extreme heat. One reported estimate […]

World Breastfeeding Week 2026: 7 Powerful Benefits That Build Healthier Communities

Mother breastfeeding her newborn during World Breastfeeding Week 2026

This August, World Breastfeeding Week 2026 reminds the world that breastfeeding is more than a personal decision between a mother and her child. It is one of the most effective public health interventions available one that influences survival, nutrition, education, economic development, and national productivity. For decades, researchers have demonstrated that supporting breastfeeding leads to […]