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Health

Explained: Why modern women reach menopause sooner than past generations

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

The workshop also addressed breaking myths about menstruation, responsible health reporting, and improving access to menstrual products and education.
Salt

New report links packaged foods to high blood pressure in Nigeria

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

In response to the growing health crisis, the federal government, through the 2024 National Guideline for Sodium Reduction, has proposed…

Health Alert: The hidden dangers of using Cotton Buds to clean your ears

Femi Fabunmi

7 months ago

Ultimately, she says, the best approach for most people is simple: “Let your ears do what they’re made to do.…
Cervical cancer: Experts identify risk factors, treatment

Scottish researcher develops AI tools for fast skin cancer diagnoses

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

The research team said the tool is up to 85% accurate in its diagnostic capabilities, but they hope to increase…
UNICAL VC Prof. Florence Obi vows to resolve the ongoing quota crisis in the institution’s Dentistry programme before leaving office.

Dentistry: UniCal VC vows to resolve quota crisis

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

She recalled that the quota given to UniCal by the MDCN was 10 students per session, but said the university…
Resident doctors in FMC Abeokuta, set to begin strike on Monday

South-West doctors reject new allowances, threaten strike

Ayorinde Oluokun

7 months ago

He revealed that the national leadership of NMA had given the Federal Government 21 days ultimatum to withdraw the circular.

Survey reveals alarming side effects of weight loss drugs

Femi Fabunmi

8 months ago

Ongoing research is needed to fully understand their risks, especially for long-term and higher-dose users. However, many experts still believe…
Why we engage adolescents in HPV campaign – UNICEF

Why we engage adolescents in HPV campaign – UNICEF

Abimbola Aderinola

8 months ago

Kanyangarara, however, noted that available data showed that not many girls were getting the vaccine in some states, including Osun....

IRC, state leaders unite in Adamawa to drive long-term health reforms

Femi Fabunmi

8 months ago

In a keynote speech, IRC Nigeria Country Director Babatunde Ojei traced the organization’s impact in Adamawa from its initial flood…
'Rig and die,' Charly Boy speaks ahead of 2027 elections

‘Nigerian men dying,’ CharlyBoy speaks on his prostate cancer screening campaign  

Ayorinde Oluokun

8 months ago

The campaign was launched to educate men about prostate cancer risks, encourage regular screening, and promote early treatment.
WHO speaks on lack of adequate assistance for female victims of violence

WHO calls for 50% tax hike on sugary drinks, alcohol, tobacco

Paul Dada

8 months ago

Many countries have expressed interest in transitioning toward more self-reliant, domestically funded health systems and are turning to the WHO…
Nigeria

FG disburses ₦65bn to keep basic health services running in 2025

Femi Fabunmi

8 months ago

The Minister assured that the government remains committed to providing fair, accountable, and effective healthcare through the BHCPF and other…

Kano community embraces polio vaccination

Paul Dada

8 months ago

"I must confess to you that every child who is suppose to get polio immunisation is being brought forward for…
Dr. Amina Yamgnane

Dr. Amina Yamgnane set to hold special conference on maternity care in Lagos

Michael Adesina

8 months ago

On Friday, June 27, 2025, Dr. Amina Yamgnane—a leading figure in obstetrics and maternal health—will deliver a powerful address to…
Diabetes

Why you should avoid walking barefoot if you have diabetes – Expert

Isa Isawade

8 months ago

“Check your feet regularly, if you feel pain or notice any form of injury, consult your doctor immediately”
NMA

NMA raises concerns over leadership crisis in Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital

Paul Dada

8 months ago

“The health of Nigerians is not a bargaining chip. It is a sacred responsibility that must be safeguarded by all…
Gunmen kill four, burn houses, destroy food crops in attacks on Tiv-dominated areas across three local government areas of Nasarawa State.

Four killed, many displaced as gunmen attack Nasarawa communities

Ayorinde Oluokun

8 months ago

The attackers destroyed farm produce like rice, cassava, water melon, groundnuts, among others, worth millions of naira.
WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus said the commitments offer a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to change the course of global health and improve quality of life.

WHO issues first ever guidelines for Sickle cell pregnancy

Abimbola Aderinola

8 months ago

Health risks associated with SCD can aggravate during pregnancy due to heightened demands on the body’s oxygen and nutrient supply...

Nigerians to see faster diagnosis of cancer, HIV, other diseases – Roche

Femi Fabunmi

8 months ago

The move, announced in Lagos, positions Nigeria as a strategic base to drive Roche’s 10-Year Diagnostics Strategy for Afric
Hon. Rasaq Olushola Ajala

Hon. Ajala’s free medical mission sets new benchmark for grassroots healthcare in Lagos

Michael Adesina

8 months ago

The Chairman of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Rasaq Olushola Ajala, has described the council’s Free Medical Mission…
Jigawa government begins enrolment of political appointees into its State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency (JICHMA).

Jigawa enrolls political appointees into contributory healthcare scheme

Ayorinde Oluokun

8 months ago

The SSG and the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Senator Mujitaba Muhammad, were the first to be officially enrolled
Surgeries

11 Kuje prison inmates undergo hernia surgeries

Paul Dada

9 months ago

He added that the exercise not only relieved the affected inmates of pain and discomfort but also contributed significantly to…

UNICEF urges Kano to declare state of emergency on polio eradication

Ayorinde Oluokun

9 months ago

UNICEF maintained that there was need to tell families in Kano that polio vaccines are available, safe and effective.
The two neighbouring Ebonyi villages have been at war over farmland for many years. However, the latest crisis led to beheading four people

Ebonyi VC warns of growing respiratory disease crisis in Africa

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

9 months ago

Speaking on Wednesday during the inauguration of a major project at the Institute of Child Health (ICH) within Alex Ekwueme…
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu gets “Ugosimba 1 of Enugu State” title, launches campaign to eliminate HIV, Syphilis and Hepatitis in South-East

Enugu: First Lady gets Igbo title, launches campaign against HIV

Ayorinde Oluokun

9 months ago

Mrs Tinubu, had on Monday distributed 10,000 medical kits to midwives and nurses in the South-East and distributed food items…
Resident doctors

Why we suspended strike in Kaduna hospital – Resident doctors

Paul Dada

9 months ago

Yakubu said that the state government had accepted and acknowledged the veracity of all concerns and demands of the doctors…
Nurse

The attack that traumatised me on duty – Kent nurse

Isa Isawade

9 months ago

The nurse recalled one incident at William Harvey Hospital in Ashford which left her traumatised after a visitor hurled racial…
Dr. Ayobami Aranmolate

“Every departure chips away at our success”: Healthcare expert Ayobami decries Nigeria’s ongoing brain drain

Michael Adesina

9 months ago

As the wave of brain drain continues to deplete Nigeria’s most valuable human resources, a moving reflection by Dr. Ayobami…
Lassa Fever

New hope for Lassa fever patients as Nigerian vaccine shows encouraging results

Paul Dada

9 months ago

"This vaccine by a Nigerian is the only one so far demonstrating efficacy against the Nigerian strain of the Lassa…

There are some humans who cannot be infected with HIV – Doctor explains

Femi Fabunmi

9 months ago

By Femi Fabunmi A medical practitioner, Dr. Iyayi Osifo, has stated  that some people have a rare genetic mutation that…
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