The recalled batch of Benylin syrup, contaminated with diethylene glycol, is off shelves in African nations where it was sold.

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

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

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

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

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

A batch of Johnson&Johnson children’s cough syrup has been withdrawn in Kenya due to instances of oral medication poisoning.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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