People Now Come From UK, US To Receive Quality Healthcare in Nigeria, Ali Pate Says
Health Minister Pate has emphasised Nigeria’s healthcare transformation, attracting patients from the UK, US, and West Africa for quality care.
FEC Approves N4.8bn for HIV Treatment Amid US Aid Uncertainty
Nigeria has approved N4.8bn for HIV treatment, preparing for US aid cut, with $1bn allocated to healthcare.
Nigeria on High Alert as Government Warns Against Travel to Ebola-Affected Nations
Authorities have urged citizens to avoid non-essential travel as Nigeria strengthens surveillance amid Ebola outbreak in Uganda
NACA: Nigeria to Begin Local Production of HIV Drugs, Test Kits by 2025
The Nigerian Government is set to produce HIV test kits and anti-retroviral drugs locally, with full rollout expected before 2025’s end.
Nigeria Launches MAMII Initiative in Kano to Combat Nigeria’s High Maternal Mortality Rate
Federal Government has launched MAMII initiative in Kano to reduce maternal mortality, ensuring healthcare access for pregnant women nationwide.
COVID-19 Pandemic More Likely Lab-Originated, Says CIA
The CIA has assessed that COVID-19 likely originated from a lab incident, though both lab and natural origins remain plausible.
Tanzania Confirms First Case of Marburg Virus After Initial Denial
Tanzania has confirmed a Marburg outbreak after one sample tested positive, following earlier denials and a prior outbreak in Rwanda.
Trump Orders US Withdrawal from World Health Organisation
President Donald Trump has officially ordered the United States to withdraw from the World Health Organisation, citing dissatisfaction.
WHO Calls for $10 Billion to Restore Gaza’s Healthcare System Amid Ceasefire
WHO has said over $10 billion needed to restore Gaza’s healthcare, with increased aid deliveries after ceasefire takes effect.
House of Reps Urges Mandatory Hepatitis Testing, Vaccination for Children Under Five
The House of Representatives has called for mandatory hepatitis testing, vaccination, and treatment for children under five to prevent spread.
NCDC: Human Metapneumovirus Not A Public Health Threat In Nigeria
NCDC has reassured Nigerians that Human Metapneumovirus is not a public health threat in the country, despite global case surges
France Detects First Case Of New Mpox Variant in Brittany
France has reported its first mpox clade 1b case in Brittany
Sagar Vitaceuticals Set To Boost Nigeria’s Healthcare With Local Drug Manufacturing
Sagar Vitaceuticals has partnered with the Health Ministry to enhance local pharmaceutical production, targeting quality, affordability, and self-reliance.
US Exit from WHO Looms as Trump Transition Team Lays Groundwork for Withdrawal, Expert Says
Trump’s team is preparing for immediate US withdrawal from WHO, marking a significant shift in global health policy, expert says
UNICEF Hands Over Multi-Billion Naira Oxygen Plant To Bauchi State Government
UNICEF has donated an oxygen plant and newborn care unit aiming to combat neonatal mortality and improve healthcare delivery in Bauchi.
Remi Tinubu: Global Burden of Tuberculosis High Among Low And Middle Income Nations
Remi Tinubu has highlighted Nigeria’s progress in Tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment, while emphasising that barriers to care must be addressed.
Covid Never Left, Many Assume It’s Gone, No Longer Urgent, Says Dr Alero Ann Roberts
Dr. Alero Ann Roberts of LUTH has emphasised Covid still remains present, despite Nigeria’s milder experience compared to wealthier nations.
FG Orders Healthcare Facilities to Treat Gunshot Victims Without Police Clearance
The federal government has declared that both public and private healthcare facilities must attend to victims of gunshots, citing rising deaths
No Evidence of COVID-19 Variant XEC in Nigeria, Federal Health Ministry Assures Public
Federal Health Ministry has confirmed no evidence of COVID-19 Variant XEC in Nigeria, urging calm and adherence to hygiene practices.
WHO Warns Africa’s Diabetes Cases May Surge To 54 Million By 2045 Without Urgent Action
WHO has projected that Africa’s diabetes cases could reach 54 million by 2045, demanding urgent healthcare reforms. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said without urgent interventions, the number of
