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Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Why students need cardiopulmonary resuscitation skill

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

According to Mayoclinic, CPR should start with pushing hard and fast on the chest.
NAFDAC trains Niger drug sellers on safety

NAFDAC discontinues registration of Artemether/Lumefantrine oral suspension

Paul Dada

1 year ago

It said NAFDAC had directed all zonal directors and state coordinators to carry out surveillance activities and remove all locally…
NAFDAC

NAFDAC introduces new technology to combat counterfeit medical products

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Its Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, Adeyeye, represented by Mr Bitrus Fraden, NAFDAC’s Director of Post-Marketing Surveillance, said GreenBook serves as…
cancer

There will be 38% rise in breast cancer cases by 2050 – WHO

Paul Dada

1 year ago

WHO launched the Global Breast Cancer Initiative in 2021, aiming to reduce breast cancer mortality rates by 2.5 per cent…
With state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technology, and world-renowned specialists, Germany has become a global leader in eye surgery.

The Latest Advances in Eye Surgery: How Germany is Leading the Way

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

From diagnostic equipment to surgical tools, German hospitals and eye clinics are equipped with the latest medical technologies. These facilities…
health

Residents of Kaduna, Katsina, Kano groan under health rots

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

He cited the growing concerns over long waiting times, limited medical facilities, and a lack of essential services particularly in…
NAFDAC

‘We can’t prioritise trade over human lives,’ NAFDAC tackles Peter Obi

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Adeyeye stressed that NAFDAC supports trade and has a dedicated trade and international relations office, but not at the expense…
Resident doctors at UCH Ibadan suspends strike they embarked on after one day following restoration of power to all parts of their residence.

UCH resident doctors suspend strike

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) had reconnected the UCH on Wednesday after some intervention following power outage of over…
cancer

Official reveals children account for 7.2% of cancer cases in Nigeria

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

“Adults also have leukemias, but the most common childhood cancers are the leukemias. it is about the fourth commonest cancer…
WHO

 400,000 children worldwide develop cancer yearly – WHO

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“As part of the initiative, WHO and St. Jude have also established a global platform to improve access to lifesaving…
The Federal Government has explained why it has not been able to meet some of the demands that have led to threats of industrial action by the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD).

Nigeria has highest burden of VVF in the world – FG

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The Minister noted that Fistula is not only a medical issue as previously believed, but a social and psychological problem.
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) expresses concern over the increasing number of polio cases in Kano State

UNICEF raises alarm over rising polio cases in Kano

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

UNICEF’s Kano Chief of Field Office, Mr Rahma Farah, raised the alarm during an orientation for 44 Local Government Area…
NAFDAC

NAFDAC takes over Ariaria market for ‘shop to shop search’ after mind-boggling discoveries

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

What we have seen here is mind-boggling," Omoyeni Babatunde, the NAFDAC Deputy Director in charge of Enforcement and Federal Task…
The Federal Government has explained why it has not been able to meet some of the demands that have led to threats of industrial action by the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD).

FG assures of increased funding for health sector

Paul Dada

1 year ago

He gave the assurance on Monday, during a working visit to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH).
Yobe Govt deploys 50 health experts to study factors contributing to high number of deaths related to kidney diseases in parts of the state.

Yobe Govt deploys experts to study high cases of kidney failure in communities

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Dr Mahmud Maina, the Director of the Biomedical Science Research and Training Centre in the Yobe University made this known…
Prostate enlargement

Doctor reacts to belief on sex and prostate cancer risk

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

The doctor further stated that the primary causes of prostate cancer in men were ageing and an unhealthy diet.
Prostate Cancer

“Frequent sex doesn’t reduce prostate cancer risk”

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“BPH means a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland, also commonly referred to as benign prostatic hyperplasia.”
Resident doctors at UCH Ibadan suspends strike they embarked on after one day following restoration of power to all parts of their residence.

UCH refutes report of patients bringing generators to power wards

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Adetuyibi, on behalf of the entire hospital, appreciated the patience and understanding of the patients, patients’ relations and the general…
Malaria

1m children in Plateau get malaria prevention drug

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Zuhumnan said that the essence of the meeting was to analyse what was done in 2024 and seek ways to…
Edo NMA

Doctors’ new retirement age will cushion effects of japa scourge – NMA

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“So, it’s a welcome development if followed through and backed by extant documents,” Adedapo said.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration begins massive dismissal of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) employees.

USAID suspension disrupts family planning services in Bauchi – Official

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Expressing regret over the suspension of USAID’s activities, which resulted from a decision by U.S. President Donald Trump, Mohammed emphasized…
NOA

NOA sensitises Yobe communities on meningitis, lassa fever, cholera

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“Also, to understand how these diseases spread and how to avert them through proper hygiene and sanitation,” he explained.
The management of Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja restates commitment to discipline, accountability and transparency.

FTHL management frowns at mutiny, restates commitment to discipline

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The Chief Medical Director, Dr. Olatunde Alabi made these known in Lokoja on Tuesday while addressing a Stakeholders’ engagement over…
Cervical cancer: Experts identify risk factors, treatment

NGO seeks support for persons with albinism battling cancer in Edo

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Founder on INAAC, Ms Joy Odigie made the call in a statement to mark this year's World Cancer Day, with…
skin bleaching

Experts warn of consequences of skin bleaching

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

“Governments should regulate skincare products, strengthen laws and regulations to ban harmful bleaching products."
Male depression

Male depression rising – Emmanuel

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

He lamented that many men hesitate to seek professional help due to stigma, leading to prolonged suffering.
NACA boss' Dr Temitope Ilori, lists measures because being taken by Nigerian govt domestic to end HIV/AIDS as a public health threat by 2030.

Nigeria to begin production of HIV/AIDS test kits, anti-retroviral drugs

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The NACA boss added that other measures included enrolling all individuals in the National Health Insurance Scheme, mobilising resources to…
Quackery

FG urges radiographers registration board to eradicate quackery

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, gave the charge when he paid a visit…
Quackery

FG prioritises cancer prevention, maternal health in 2025 budget

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“This year in our budget, we are focusing a lot of attention on cancer. A lot of that funding will…
NNPC Ltd., through its social arm, NNPC Foundation Ltd/Gte restores sight of over 1,000 people, including two minors born blind in South West

NNPC restores sight to 2 minors born blind, over 1,000 others in South West

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Speaking on the development, the Managing Director of NNPC Foundation, Mrs. Emmanuella Arukwe, emphasized the importance of the programme in…
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