Health

Okpebholo signs bill to establish new College of Nursing, Health Sciences

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

The Governor noted that the bill "Edo State College of Nursing, Health Sciences and Technology Law, Udomi, 2025 and other…

Lagos kicks off first round of 2025 National Immunisation Plus Days

Paul Dada

11 months ago

The 2025 NIPDs campaign in Lagos is part of a nationwide initiative coordinated by the National Primary Health Care Development…

Experts warn against using same kitchen knife for raw meat, vegetables

Paul Dada

11 months ago

The World Health Organisation describes salmonellosis as a bacterial disease causing fever, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting.

NCDC raises alarm as 30 die from cholera across Nigeria

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

NCDC said it is working in collaboration with state governments, the Federal Ministry of Water Resources, and development partners to…

Pains of motherhood: Two kids killed in measles outbreak

Paul Dada

11 months ago

“In one family of nine, they have already lost two children and others are still sick. So, it is very…

FCT: Wike orders crackdown on quack hospitals, doctors after fatal C-section

Ayorinde Oluokun

11 months ago

Olayinka explained that Wike has warned that anyone found operating an illegal facility or working in an unregistered health facility…

YSUTH secures full accreditation to train 25 resident doctors

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

11 months ago

Governor Mai Mala Buni made the announcement on Monday through a statement released by Mamman Mohammed, the Director-General for Press…

Nigeria’s First Lady launches campaign to eliminate HIV, syphilis, hepatitis in South-West

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

Mrs Tinubu, at the flag off in Akure, said the campaign was to significantly reduce new HIV infections among women…

NAFDAC alerts Nigerians of counterfeit malaria drug

Ayorinde Oluokun

12 months ago

NAFDAC said on its twitter handle that the counterfeit product was discovered and reported to the Agency by the genuine…

Men, if you have enlarged breasts, you need to read this—It could save your life!

Kazeem Ugbodaga

12 months ago

According to him, breast development in men can be triggered by an increase in oestrogen, the hormone responsible for breast…

Lagos, ANPA empower health worker to combat maternal deaths

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

12 months ago

Apart from reducing maternal and child mortality, the training also aims to improve emergency medical response, and boosting chronic disease…

Wike makes massive recruitment of resident doctors in FCT

Isa Isawade

12 months ago

Olayinka explained that the 34 doctors would be the first batch of 60 medical doctors approved for residency training in…

118 die from Lassa Fever in 3 months, says NCDC

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Sani Datti, Head Corporate Communication, NCDC announced this in a statement released on Sunday, however said only 645 cases were…

Cerebrospinal Meningitis hits Gombe: 3 dead

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Dahiru also disclosed that 24 patients had so far been treated and discharged. He said that the death occurred as…

Lagos hospital saves accident victim with rare liver surgery

Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi

1 year ago

The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. (Mrs.)…

First Lady seeks collective commitment, investment to end TB

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Tinubu, who is the National and Global Stop TB Champion, made the call in her message on Monday on the…

You can’t prevent cancer through frequent breast sucking – Expert

Paul Dada

1 year ago

Another misconception is that only women with a family history of breast cancer can get it, or that it is…

Lassa Fever cases decline in Nigeria, fatality rate remains high – NCDC

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“This underscores the urgent need for better protective measures, adequate supply of personal protective equipment (PPEs), and enhanced infection prevention…

100 trucks of fake, banned drugs evacuated during NAFDAC’S enforcement exercise – Adeyeye

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

NAFDAC on Feb.10, started enforcement operations at the Idumota Open Drug Market, Ariaria Drug Market in Aba and Bridge Market…

Reproductive health expert calls for increased funding for family planning

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The training was conducted by Development Communications Network (DevComs), in collaboration with The Challenge Initiative (TCI) and the State Ministry…

Europe records highest number of measles cases in 25 years

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“As well as hospitalisation and death caused by complications including pneumonia, encephalitis, diarrhoea and dehydration, measles can also cause long-term,…

Barrister Nyesom Wike VIP Ward unveiled at Abuja hospital

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The Barrister Nyesom Wike (BNW) VIP Ward was unveiled at the Maitama District Hospital on Thursday. Speaking during the unveiling…

Lassa Fever death toll hits 15 in Edo

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

As at today, Edo State has recorded over 1000 cases of Lassa Fever in the State, from these cases we…

FG, Ogun partner to combat maternal mortality

Paul Dada

1 year ago

The Minister also noted that educating mothers regarding their health is important, adding that the federal government has diverted a…

NCDC confirms new Lassa fever case, calls for enhanced surveillance

Paul Dada

1 year ago

He emphasised that the latest case highlighted the persistent threat of Lassa fever in Nigeria and the potential for international…

WHO highlights top causes of maternal deaths, urges better healthcare

Paul Dada

1 year ago

“Beyond survival, the campaign will also emphasise the need for greater attention to women’s health, including postnatal care and support,’’…

FG unveils facilities for free emergency obstetric care, VVF surgeries (FULL LIST)

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

The Minister who added that health and well-being of the people are fundamental to President Tinubu’s vision for Nigeria as…

Tinubu’s administration funding health sector like no other – UBTH’s CMD

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

By Imelda Osayande The Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Prof. Darlington Obaseki, has…

Group seeks support of Ogun Assembly for amendment of abortion law

Ayorinde Oluokun

1 year ago

Speaking during an advocacy visit to the Ogun Assembly Complex in Abeokuta, , the NGO, led by its Executive Director,…

Group seeks Medicaid support for HPV elimination

Paul Dada

1 year ago

HPV is the leading cause of various types of cancer, and all well-meaning Nigerians must unite to eliminate this deadly…

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