Over 10,000 Nigerian-trained medical doctors now practicing in UK – NMA
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) says Nigeria is now battling with its worst situation of brain drain in history, as no fewer than 10, 296 […]
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NAFDAC raises alarm over circulation of fake augmentin
By JOY ADARA, Abuja – The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has raised the alarm over the circulation of suspected […]
Lassa Fever: Nigeria concludes 18th-month infection cohort follow-up, says investigator
Dr Benedict Azuogu, Principal Investigator at the ongoing workshop to discuss the progress of research known as “the Enable Lassa Research Programme”, said that Nigeria […]
My ascension to Onitsha traditional stool, journey of leadership change – Obi Achebe
The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Achebe, said that his ascension to the throne some 20 years ago was to fast-forward an ancient traditional society […]
Obi of Onitsha, marks 20th Ofala, urges Ndigbo to uphold culture
The Obi of Onitsha, Anambra state, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe, on Saturday marked his 20th coronation, “Ofala”, as the traditional ruler of Onitsha ancient town with […]
Nigerians must prioritize mental health at all levels – NEEM Foundation
BY ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto – A Senior Programme Officer with NEEM Foundation, Minoe Duamwan has appealed to Nigerians to prioritize mental health and general wellbeing […]
500m people will develop heart diseases, obesity over physical inactivity in 10 years – WHO
The WHO says more than 500 million people are estimated to develop heart diseases, obesity, diabetes or other non-communicable diseases because of physical inactivity between […]
500m people to develop chronic illness from physical inactivity by 2030 – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that almost 500 million people globally will develop heart disease, obesity, diabetes or other Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) attributable […]
Global leaders, donors pledge $2.6bn to end polio, say WHO
Global leaders and donors on Wednesday at the World Health Summit in Berlin, Germany, pledged 2.6 billion dollars to work toward ending polio. Dr Tedros […]
Cross River Govt to immunize 700,000 children against measles
By PATRICK ABANG, Calabar- The Cross River State Government is set to immunized over 700,000 children against measles across the 18 Local Government Areas of […]
Bauchi gets $3m support healthcare grants from Canadian Govt.
The Canadian Government has announced a three million dollars assistance to the Bauchi State Government to enhance women engagement in health service delivery The Head, […]
Obi of Onitsha marks 20 years on throne with Ofala festival
HRH, Igwe Alfred Achebe, the Obi of Onitsha, the commercial capital of Anambra has clocked 20 years on the throne and is set to celebrate […]
Women who don’t breast feed risk breast cancer — Expert
The Chairperson, Medical Women Association of Nigeria (MWAN) Plateau chapter, Prof. Amaka Ocheke, says that women who don’t breastfeed are more susceptible to the risk […]
World Sight Day: 5m Nigerians to benefit from free eye screening, treatment
Optometrist and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria (ODORBN) says it will provide free eye screening and treatment to at least 5 million Nigerians in […]
African health ministers meet in Uganda over Ebola outbreak
Health ministers from 11 African countries are meeting in Uganda on Wednesday over the recent outbreak of the Ebola virus disease in the East African […]
FG begins emergency ambulance services Friday
The Federal Government will begin the pilot phase of the emergency ambulance services on Friday in Abuja to facilitate access to first aid and healthcare […]
NCDC confirms 481 monkeypox cases, 7 deaths
Nigeria has so far recorded 1,180 suspected cases of monkeypox. The country also recorded 482 cases and seven deaths resulting from monkeypox in 2022. These […]
More than 116m people living with mental health conditions in Africa – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that more than 116 million people are estimated to be living with mental health conditions in Africa. Dr […]
NAFDAC alerts Nigerians of substandard cough syrups which killed 66 children in Gambia
By JOY ADARA, Abuja – The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians to substandard cough syrups circulating in […]
FESTAC”77 at 45: Oba of Benin gives royal blessings to CBAAC for commemoration
Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has given his royal blessings to the Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilisation (CBAAC) for the commemoration of […]