Health

NCDC issues public advisory on Hantavirus

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 days ago

NCDC noted in the public advisory that Hantavirus are viruses mainly carried by rodents and human can become infected through…

Three illegal health facilities sealed in Enugu

Isa Isawade

4 days ago

Sealing the premises on Friday, the Ministry’s Monitoring and Supervision Team, led by the Director of Medical Services (DMS), Dr…

WHO confirms two hantavirus cases on cruise ship, five under review

Paul Dada

1 week ago

The organisation reported that some of the cases have resulted in serious illness, though it emphasised that the overall risk…

FG delivers 100-bed Renewed Hope Specialist Hospital in Zaria

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 week ago

The hospital is equipped with modern medical infrastructure, including fully functional operating theatres, wards, delivery sets, and advanced diagnostic equipment,…

Why govt must raise tobacco taxes – CISLAC

Isa Isawade

1 week ago

He described tobacco as “deadly” and harmful to national health, economic productivity and sustainable development.

Africa CDC raises alarm as mpox, cholera spread across borders

Paul Dada

2 weeks ago

“The transmission is increasingly being driven by a few member states, but what is more concerning is the cross-border movement…

New malaria drug for babies to improve dosing – Health expert says

Abimbola Aderinola

2 weeks ago

Dr Ifeoluwa Odedina, a public health physician, has said that the World Health Organisation’s first malaria drug formulated for newborns…

Africa risks setback in fight against preventable diseases — WHO

Femi Fabunmi

2 weeks ago

The WHO is urging governments, partners, and communities to work together to ensure everyone has access to vaccines, no matter…

Lagos maintains COVID-19 vigilance, strengthens infection control

Isa Isawade

2 weeks ago

“We cannot say COVID-19 has completely left us. What has changed is that vaccination has improved immunity, making most infections…

Probe clears vaccines in Lagos twins’ death – LASG

Isa Isawade

2 weeks ago

Mustafa noted that the affected children were among several who received doses from the same vaccine batch, none of whom…

Malaria: Kano govt plans total elimination of mosquitoes

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 weeks ago

Dr. Labaran Yusuf who hinted that mosquito bite remains the major cause of malaria, also appealed to residents to always…

RDI urges total ban on gas flaring in Nigeria

Isa Isawade

3 weeks ago

He said the data showed that companies paid an estimated $646 million in gas flaring penalties in 2025 — the…

NCDC speaks on fresh COVID-19 cases in Nigeria

Michael Adesina

3 weeks ago

“All identified contacts are being followed up appropriately, and there is no evidence at this time of widespread transmission,” stated…

UNICEF, Kano govt intensify fight against maternal, child mortality

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 weeks ago

Dr. Singh said: "In support of the government’s strong commitment to reducing maternal and child mortality, UNICEF will continue to…

Cross River deploys rapid response teams as Chinese is diagnosed with COVID-19

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 weeks ago

While noting the last case of confirmed case of COVID-19 in Cross River to be in 2022, the epidemiologist, however,…

NMA to hold emergency meeting in Abuja over leadership crisis

Paul Dada

3 weeks ago

He alleged that the candidates for the Annual Delegates Meeting and elections were disqualified by the NMA President, Prof. Bala…

Drug prices will fall – PSN chair hails Tinubu’s tax waivers for pharmaceutical firms

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 weeks ago

“Importation of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients is very expensive, and exchange rates have driven up drug costs. With this waiver, we…

U.S.-based Nigerian doctor on Abia free medical mission dies

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 weeks ago

Otti, in a condolence message signed by him and issued on Friday in Umuahia, said that he received the news…

Autism in Nigeria: A Journey of hope, struggle and acceptance

Isa Isawade

4 weeks ago

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by challenges in communication, social interaction and repetitive behaviours.

NHF unveils heart mark logo campaign, advocates healthy diets

Ayorinde Oluokun

4 weeks ago

The Executive Director of NHF, Dr Kingsley Akinroye, at the unveiling of the first Nigeria Heart Foundation Heart Mark Logo…

FG begins long-awaited payment of resident doctors’ salary arrears

Paul Dada

4 weeks ago

“Payments for August are currently facing a few challenges that are being addressed… the August arrears may be delayed by…

Norwegian man declared HIV-free after stem cell transplant

Paul Dada

4 weeks ago

Medical experts involved in the case said the man has remained off antiretroviral therapy for an extended period without any…

Pate inaugurates electronic pharmacy regulation platform

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 month ago

The Minister who noted that pharmacy regulation had faced significant challenges for over three decades, expressed optimism that the new…

Mysterious illness claims five lives in Burundi – WHO

Abimbola Aderinola

1 month ago

UN World Health Organisation (WHO) and health authorities in Burundi are racing to identify a mysterious illness that has claimed…

Medizone holds advanced aesthetic technology symposium in Lagos

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 month ago

Tagged "The Aesthetics Show Lagos 2026", the symposium brought together medical professionals, clinic founders, industry innovators, and tastemakers to set…

UNICEF, Kano govt collaborate to fight maternal, child mortality

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 month ago

According to her, under 5 mortality accounts for 158 per 1000 live births in Kano, adding that, "this poses a…

CAPPA to Govt: End chronic underfunding, reform Nigeria’s health policies now

Paul Dada

1 month ago

The organisation called on governments, policymakers and relevant agencies to scale up health sector funding, ensure full and timely release…

Nigerian Cancer Society seeks probe of Blessing CEO over false cancer claim

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 month ago

The NCS spokesman said the society would, as a matter of urgency, engage relevant security agencies to investigate the matter…

Resident doctors suspend strike, members resume work Wednesday

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 month ago

NARD had earlier directed its members nationwide to embark on an indefinite strike over the Federal Government’s failure to address…

Commendations as Aaron Ponuwei Ebelo Foundation holds medical outreach in Edo

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 month ago

Founder of the Foundation, Goodluck Ilajufi Ebelo, while speaking at Zide community, said the initiative was aimed at bringing succor…

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