Transforming Neonatal Care: Cloud Energy Powers Massey Street Children’s Hospital with Solar Energy In a groundbreaking milestone for healthcare in Nigeria, Cloud Energy, in collaboration with Health Emergency Initiative (HEI), has installed a state-of-the-art 5KVA solar power system worth ₦16 million at the Neonatal Ward of Massey Street Children’s Hospital, Lagos State. This innovative solar […]
Tag Archives: Nigeria
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Given Nigeria’s hot and dry climate, it is crucial to prioritize safety measures to prevent fire disasters, starting at home. Taking steps to ensure fire safety protects your family, property, and pets.
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In healthcare, the term “Golden Hour” carries a life-saving significance. Popularized by U.S. military surgeon R. Adams Cowley in the 1980s, it refers to the first 60 minutes after a traumatic injury, when timely medical intervention can mean the difference between life and death. While the severity of injuries can vary, the goal is to […]
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In emergency medicine, the “golden hour” is a fundamental concept. Popularized by R. Adam Cowley, a U.S. military surgeon, in the 1980s, the term “golden hour” refers to the critical time window immediately following a medical emergency during which a patient’s survival chances are significantly increased.
Health emergencies, such as pandemics and natural disasters, can have a devastating impact on communities, especially those that are already vulnerable. These events can intensify existing inequalities and overly affect certain groups, such as the poor, elderly, and those with underlying health conditions. In this write up, we will explore the ways in which health […]
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Antenatal in maternal healthcare A woman lost one of her twins, and also had to battle for her own life after giving herself over to traditional birth attendants- people who may be ‘experienced’ but yet do not have the necessary skilled set. What an irony! There have been so many needless deaths stemming from people’s […]
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Have you heard of the budding health threat in Nigeria apart from Covid-19? In recent times, there have been increased frequency of deaths attributable to cardiac arrests. Cardiologists have expressed concerns that cardiac arrest –related deaths among Nigerians may be more common than previous thoughts. In recent times, particularly since the outbreak of the Covid-19 […]
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They say youth are leaders of tomorrow but at Health Emergency Initiative (HEI), we believe that youths are leaders of now so we embrace the involvement of youths in our programs. Apart from equipping them with the lifesaving First Responders skills, in November 2019, we also had a medical awareness outreach in partnership with National […]