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How to register for the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF)

Registering for the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) is facility-based. You must visit your nearest Primary Health Care (PHC) centre or local government health office with your National Identification Number (NIN). You will also need a recent passport photograph and any valid means of identification. Keep in mind that the BHCPF is free, but slots are limited and strictly reserved for vulnerable individuals. The program primarily targets pregnant women, children under five, the elderly (usually 70+), persons with disabilities (PWDs), and the poorest of the poor.

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Understanding the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) and Services Available at Primary Healthcare Centres

The Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) is a government health financing initiative established under the National Health Act (2014) to improve access to essential primary healthcare services in Nigeria. This article explains the purpose of the BHCPF and highlights the Basic Minimum Package of Health Services (BMPHS) that communities can expect to access through accredited Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs).

Nutrition

Feeding Children Under 5

Exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months, then balanced family foods.

Malaria

Preventing Malaria at Home

Sleep under treated nets and clear stagnant water around your house.

Immunization

Childhood Immunization Schedule

Vaccines protect your child from preventable diseases like polio, measles and tetanus.

Tuberculosis

TB is Curable - Get Tested if You Cough Long

A cough that lasts more than 2 weeks could be tuberculosis. TB testing and treatment are free.

HIV/AIDS

Know Your Status - Free HIV Testing

HIV testing at Egor PHCs is free, confidential, and takes only 20 minutes.

Maternal Health

Why Antenatal Visits Matter

Regular antenatal checkups protect both mother and baby through pregnancy.

Child Health

Spotting Danger Signs in Children

Fast breathing, refusing food, or convulsions need immediate care.

Hygiene and Sanitation

Handwashing Saves Lives

Wash hands with soap and clean water to prevent diarrhea and infections.