Uganda Investigates Mysterious Disease Outbreak Following 12 Deaths
Local district health officials have encountered challenges in managing the situation.
Shettima: Nigeria Will Increase Funding For Creative Industry To Enhance Productivity
The plan is to increase revenue from the sector to N100bn, said Culture Minister Musawa.
EU Allocates €1 Million To Fight Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria
The most affected states are Kano, Yobe, Katsina, Borno, Bauchi, and Kaduna which collectively account for 96% of all suspected cases.
Life After Abuse Foundation Launches Helpline on International Men’s Day
Amid societal stereotypes and stigmas, men are frequently discouraged from expressing vulnerabilities or seeking help.
NHS Aims to Eliminate Cervical Cancer in England by 2040
Currently, approximately 2,600 women in England are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year.
Saudi Arabia Intervenes, Flies Out Nigerian Conjoined Twins For Procedure
The Press Attache at the Saudi embassy in Nigeria said it will be groundbreaking in the field of paediatric surgery.
Health Minister Pate Lists Risk Factors Of Stroke In Nigeria
They include hypertension, diabetes, obesity, poor dietary choices, alcohol use, smoking, and a sedentary lifestyle.
NAFDAC Seeks Tougher Sanctions Against Peddlers of Substandard Medicines
DG Adeyeye noted that the ridiculously light penalties against offenders have made the illicit trade attractive.
7 Million Women Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Unlikely To Get Proper Treatment, Say Nigerian Army Wives
The importance of regular clinical check-ups and mammograms was emphasised.
Tinubu To Pate: Talk Less, Act More To Evolve Reforms In Health Sector
He directed Pate to pursue a very ambitious sector-wide programme that would improve population health outcomes.
First Lady Remi Tinubu Bemoans High Prevalence Of Cervical Cancer In Nigeria
She lauded the introduction of HPV vaccines into routine immunization schedule.
LUTH Becomes First Organisation in Africa to Get BSAC GAMSAS Accreditation
“LUTH is committed to providing high-quality care to its patients. We are proud to be recognised for our work in this area.”
Declare Emergency On Drugs and Narcotics Abuse In Nigeria, Senate Urges Tinubu
Barau advised that effects of drug abuse be included in school curriculums from primary level.
Nigeria To Commence Vaccination Against Cervical Cancer Next Week, Approves Gardasil Vaccine
Nigeria contributes an estimated 12,075 new cases of global cervical cancer annually.
Osun Government To Enact Law on Six-Month Maternity Leave For Nursing Mothers
Governor Adeleke’s wife pledged to ensure affirmation of the agenda.
Scientists Katalin Kariko And Drew Weissman Have Been Awarded The Nobel Prize For mRNA Vaccines
“They have contributed to the unprecedented rate of vaccine development during one of the greatest threats to human health in modern times.”
Kogi Governor Inaugurates School, Clinic Reconstructed By Wife
He declared free education for the pupils.
Devastating Ginger Disease Outbreak Wreaks Economic Havoc in Kaduna
The federal government has promised support as farmers estimate losses at N10bn and livelihoods threatened with 95% of farms ravaged.
Ikpeazu Joins Advisory Board of Biochemistry Society in Nigeria
He taught Biochemistry in different Nigerian universities and was HOD Biochemistry at the Enugu State University of Science and Technology before politics.
Charly Boy on Prostrate Cancer: Men Should Be More Open About Their Problems
He said many men believe after a procedure, they lose the ability to use their “manhood,” and would rather die than to have their “manhood” cease to function.
