Health

World Health Day: First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Asserts Healthcare As A Fundamental Right For All

Nigeria's First Lady Remi Tinubu says healthcare delivery is the people's right and not a privilege.

7 months ago

WHO Raises Alarm on Global Health Inequities, Says 4.5 Billion People Lacked Essential Health Services In 2021

WHO urges action to address challenges in global health equity and stresses importance of access to essential services.

7 months ago

WHO Mobilises Private Investors for Nigeria’s Healthcare

PSHAN and WHO unite to strengthen primary healthcare services across Nigeria, leveraging diverse expertise and resources for systemic change.

7 months ago

Argentina Grapples With Insect Repellent Shortage Ahead Of Dengue Season

Argentina is facing a shortage of insect repellents as the country prepares for its worst-ever dengue season.

7 months ago

Tinubu Advocates Collaboration with GAVI for Local Vaccine Production in Nigeria

Tinubu has directed ministers to ensure funds are released for vaccine procurement, emphasising Nigeria's commitment to GAVI's values.

7 months ago

Nigeria To Kick-start ‘Roll Out Malaria Vaccines’ Initiative In Kebbi, Bayelsa States

Nigeria has promised to reduce malaria prevalence to 10% by 2025.

8 months ago

Nigeria Moves To Ban Importation Of Syringes To Boost Local Production

Ogun State Health Minister Alausa says ban on imported syringes will generate employment opportunities for Nigerians.

8 months ago

Police Arrest Mentally ill Girl for Killing Aunty in Ondo 

The mentally unstable 17-year-old stabbed the woman in her 50s for persistently urging her to use her medication.

8 months ago

Diphtheria Kills 4 Children in Kano

Apart from four deaths, another 28 children were infected by Diphtheria  in Minjibir LGA of Kano State.

8 months ago

Nigeria Reports New Lassa Fever Cases

There have been 20 deaths across 16 states in one week in the latest outbreak of Lassa Fever in Nigeria.

8 months ago