Stephanie Linus Daily

Tag: World Health Organisation

  • Watch This Very Informative Video On Lassa Fever

    Knowledge Is Power, Prevention Is Better Than Cure…

    In the wave of an increment in reported cases of Lassa Fever across the country, it is important that we empower ourselves with the knowledge on how to avoid this deadly disease, and apply these prevention mechanisms to protect ourselves and our loved ones.

    Lassa Fever is real. According to the WHO, the Lassa virus is transmitted to humans via contact with food or household items contaminated with rodent urine or faeces. Person-to-person infections and laboratory transmission can also occur, particularly in hospitals lacking adequate infection prevent and control measures.

    I found this video on Youtube which really explains more about the disease and how to protect yourselves. I find it particularly interesting that it also has a Pidgin English version so even more people can understand it.

    It’s quite short so please take time out to watch it and share with someone.

    The English Language Version

    The Pidgin Version

    Videos by Edo NMA Publicity & Publications Committee

  • #WomenIssues: Violence Against Women

    Violence Against Women is a monster in the society. There is no better way I could put it. This type of violence is gender-based, meaning that the acts of violence are committed against women expressly because they are women and this makes it even more sad.

    Not only is it a grave violation of human rights, its impact ranges from immediate to long-term multiple physical, sexual and mental consequences for women and girls, including death. It negatively affects women’s general well-being and prevents women from fully participating in society.

    Violence Against Women takes many forms including physical, sexual, emotional, and mental. Common forms of violence against women in Nigeria are rape, molestation, battering, and corporal punishment, among others. The list is endless.

    Let me remind you of these shocking statistics according to the World Health Organisation:

    • Recent global prevalence figures indicate that 35% of women worldwide have experienced either intimate partner violence or non-partner sexual violence in their lifetime.
    • On average, 30% of women who have been in a relationship report that they have experienced some form of physical or sexual violence by their partner.
    • Globally, as many as 38% of murders of women are committed by an intimate partner.
    • Violence can result in physical, mental, sexual, reproductive health and other health problems, and may increase vulnerability to HIV.

    The sad situation is compounded by discrimination on the grounds of race, ethnicity, sexual identity, social status, class, and age. Many cultural practices and multiple forms of discrimination restrict women’s choices, increase their vulnerability to violence and make it even harder for women to obtain justice.

    This month is the women’s month, and very soon, we’d be marking the International Women’s Day. In the light of this, I want to point out that while there are many ways we can help curb this social menace, one important thing we should put more effort on is enlightenment. Our women need to be enlightened and educated about their rights. Many times, women stay in abusive relationships and endure different forms of violence because they feel they deserve it. This is totally wrong!

    Violence against women is a violation of human rights that cannot be justified by any political, religious, or cultural claim. Let’s spread the word today!