Health

WHO Approves New Vaccine Offering Hope For Cholera-Ravaged Nations

A new cost-effective and simplified vaccine for cholera has received approval by the World Health Organization.

7 months ago

Tanzania and Rwanda Join Recall Of Johnson & Johnson Children’s Cough Syrup Amid Toxicity Concerns

Tanzanian and Rwanda drug regulators recall Johnson & Johnson children's cough syrup due to elevated diethylene glycol levels.

7 months ago

France Invests €3m Annually in Nigeria’s Health Sector, Says Envoy

"I believe health should be at the centre of the plan of a nation," said France Chargé d'Affaires to Nigeria.

7 months ago

Nigeria Leads Global Fight Against Meningitis With New Vaccine Rollout

Nigeria becomes the first country to roll out the new Men5CV vaccine which protects against five major strains of meningitis.

7 months ago

Governor Uba Sani Decries State of Kaduna Hospitals, Vows To Remodel Six

Uba Sani says 32 Kaduna general hospitals have not been renovated in 20 years, leading citizens to seek medical care…

7 months ago

Kenya Issues Recall Of J&J Children’s Cough Syrup Due To Health Concerns

A batch of Johnson&Johnson children’s cough syrup has been withdrawn in Kenya due to instances of oral medication poisoning.

7 months ago

Toju Chike-Obi: Mental Health Checks Should Be Criteria For Assuming Public Office

Health entrepreneur Toju Chike-Obi emphasises primary healthcare's vital role in early detection and intervention of mental health disorders.

7 months ago

NCDC Investigates Unknown Killer Disease in Sokoto State After Four Deaths Recorded

The unknown disease in Sokoto has 164 suspected cases identified. Investigation is ongoing into possible causes including heavy metal poisoning.

7 months ago

Medical Mission In Abia Targets 5,000 Patients with Free Surgeries, Medical Care

Nigerian and US-trained medical practitioners are uniting to provide free surgeries and medical care for Abia State patients.

7 months ago

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