Nigeria, seven others begin African-led HIV vaccine development

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Nigeria, seven others begin African-led HIV vaccine development

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The USAIDS awarded more than 45 million dollars to the BRILLIANT consortium through a competitive process to implement a cooperative…

AfriSummit 2024: Africa’s Health leaders rally for Pharma Innovation, unified regulations

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

Dr. Mona Al Moussli, Chairman of AfriSummit, remarked, "This year’s summit was extraordinary, with exceptional contributions from industry leaders, underscoring…

AI will promote data analysis, disease surveillance – NCDC, WHO

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

1 year ago

The three-day conference, which commenced on Monday, October 28, is themed “Strengthening Global Health Security through Enhanced Surveillance.”

Sickle Cell: Foundation, LUTH record 1st feat in bone marrow transplant

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

According to him, the state government provided the initial funding for the civil works at the Olikoye Ransome-Kuti Children Emergency…

WHO reports rise in Tuberculosis cases globally

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

According to the report, 10.8 million people fell ill with TB in 2023, with TB remaining the leading infectious disease…

Lagos sets up 330 screening centres for diabetes, hypertension

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The "Know Your Numbers, Control Your Numbers" campaign is set to run from Monday, October 28 to Sunday, November 3,…

Kogi Poly Rector, Prof. Ogbo, launches sickle cell foundation

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The Kogi Polytechnic Rector launched the Sickle Cell Foundation in honour of his 14-year-old son, Samshudeen, a victim of the…

How chess game relieves dementia, Alzheimer’s – Dr Onwumere

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

The captain described chess as a “mind game” that relived neurological diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer which were more…

“Breast cancer not a death sentence”

Paul Dada

1 year ago

According to her, the earlier breast cancer is detected, the higher the chances of survival and that is a message…

Health workers threaten to shut down specialist hospital

Paul Dada

1 year ago

By Ishaq Zaki The Zamfara chapter of the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU), has threatened a strike action in Ahmad…

Diphtheria wreaking havoc in Nigeria, over 1000 died in 17 months

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

He said the country recorded suspected cases of more than 38,000 persons while the number of confirmed cases stood at…

37.7 West Africans at risk of lassa fever infection annually – Expert

Paul Dada

1 year ago

"We are currently collaborating with the United State Centre of Disease Control George Town and the Nigeria Centre of Disease…

WHO certifies Egypt malaria-free

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Malaria is as old as Egyptian civilization itself, but the disease that plagued pharaohs now belongs to its history and…

NAFDAC workers vow to continue strike

Paul Dada

1 year ago

She claimed that the agency had been following the rules on payment of arrears and estacode, and reiterated its commitment…

How close is Nigeria to eliminating neglected tropical diseases in 2030?

Paul Dada

1 year ago

They said that with six years before the 2030 target, campaign against open defecation is crucial for reversing the trend…

Ogun set to commence seven-day measles vaccination programme

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The release indicated that the seven-day exercise would involve the use of government health facilities, churches, mosques, markets, hard-to-reach communities…

Patients’ safety policy: Orthopaedic Hospital MD commends Health Minister

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Isemede is a patient safety advocate and the African patient safety icon, renowned for the the establishment of health as…

Lassa Fever cases surge in Ondo, Edo — NCDC

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Meanwhile, as Nigeria battles the ongoing Lassa fever outbreak, public health experts said concerted efforts are required from both the…

Why Nigeria must increase tax on sugary drinks – CAPPA

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa has called for an increase in tax on Sugar Sweetened Beverages.

Lagos children hospital will last for centuries, says Sanwo-Olu

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The New Massey Children Hospital being constructed by the Lagos State Government will outlive generations when it is completed, Governor…

Italy-based Nigerians donate items to Orthopaedic Hospital in Benin

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The Medical Director of the Hospital, Dr Philip Ugbodaga, while receiving the items, thanked the organization for the donation, stressing…

Global Plastic Surgeon ‘Dr. Onyewu unveiled as latest UncutXtra magazine cover star

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

In the previous editions, highly respected professionals like Ali Nuhu (superstar Actor), Paul Onwuanibe (CEO Landmark Africa), Mr. Macaroni (one…

Niger deputy governor inaugurates 20-bed capacity ward

Paul Dada

1 year ago

According to him, the project was to complement existing hospital and other health facilities in the area to attend to…

How antimicrobial resistance threatens lives of Nigerian women

Paul Dada

1 year ago

There is need to work together to combat AMR, safeguard public health and build a resilient healthcare system for all…

WHO approves single-dose HPV vaccine

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Dr Kate O’Brien, Director of the Department of Immunisation, vaccines and biologicals at WHO said "Having 90 per cent of…

Cardiologist lists 10 factors associated with unhealthy heart function

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

By Joy Odigie A Cardiologist with the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Dr Henry Onwualu, has identified 10 factors that…

Lagos advances Trauma Care with Landmark Conference

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The Governor outlined plans to upgrade and expand trauma centres across Lagos, noting that his administration had already made strides…

Lagos-owned Epe General Hospital upgraded to FMC Under New MOU

Kazeem Ugbodaga

1 year ago

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) facilitating the new status of the hospital was, on Thursday, signed by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu…

Why doctors should embrace climate centric innovation – Dr. Salako

Isa Isawade

1 year ago

He urged the National Association of Resident Doctors to lead the charge in embracing climate-centric innovations to safeguard the health…

Yobe records four new polio cases

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The Executive Secretary of the State Primary Healthcare Board, Dr Babagana Kundi-Machina, disclosed this while launching a campaign against the…

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