Health

Medical Doctor Hires SAN against NMA in N200m Damages Appeal

Abuja-based Doctor Obiatuegwu seeks N200 million in compensation for unlawful suspension by Nigerian Medical Association, following FCT court judgment.

1 month ago

Britain Detects Two Additional Cases Of New Mpox Variant, Total Reaches Three

The UK has confirmed two more cases of the new mpox variant, clade Ib

1 month ago

NHIA, States Move to Maximise $669m Global Fund Support for Health Insurance

The NHIA, with Global Fund’s $669 million support, aims to strengthen Nigeria’s health insurance against HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis.

1 month ago

Los Angeles County Sues PepsiCo, Coca-Cola Over Plastic Pollution Allegations

Los Angeles County has filed a lawsuit against PepsiCo and Coca-Cola, alleging plastic pollution and consumer deception.

2 months ago

Nigeria Among 30 Countries Accounting for 87% of Global TB Cases in 2023, Says WHO

WHO has reported the global number of Tuberculosis deaths fell in 2023, with 1.25 million deaths, down from 1.32 million…

2 months ago

Britain Detects First Case Of New Mpox Variant Clade Ib, Authorities Report

Britain has detected its first case of the new mpox variant clade Ib, according to the country's health security agency

2 months ago

Experts Warn Of Increasing Heat-Related iIlnesses, Fatalities Linked To Climate Change

Experts have warned that climate change will worsen health risks due to a surge in heat-related illnesses worldwide.

2 months ago

Attack On Polio Vaccination Teams In Pakistan Claims Policeman’s Life

Unidentified gunmen attacked a polio vaccination team in Pakistan, killing one policeman, according to reports from officials

2 months ago

WHO Urges African Governments to Sustain Efforts in Polio Eradication

WHO has urged African governments to maintain efforts in eradicating polio, highlighting significant milestones in the fight against the disease.

2 months ago

Egypt Declared Malaria-Free By WHO After Almost A Century Of Fighting Against The Disease

WHO has certified Egypt malaria-free after nearly 100 years of efforts to eradicate the deadly mosquito-borne disease.

2 months ago