4.5b people not fully covered by essential health services – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) said that at least 4.5 billion people, more than half of the world’s population, are not fully covered by […]
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FG advocates enhanced TB detection with GeneXpert technology
The Federal Government has emphasised the critical role of innovative technology in the fight against Tuberculosis (TB). The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social […]
World TB Day: 2.5m Africans contracted Tuberculosis in 2022 – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that more than 2.5 million individuals contracted Tuberculosis in 2022 in Africa, equating to one person […]
Fresh outbreak of diphtheria kills 4 in Kano
No fewer than four children have reportedly lost their lives to diphtheria outbreak in Minjibir Local Government Area of Kano State. The Information Officer […]
HIV can be eliminated in lab using gene editing tool – Study
Researchers have eliminated HIV from cells in a laboratory, raising hopes of a cure. Using a gene-editing tool known as Crispr-Cas, which won the […]
Nigeria commemorates World TB Day 2024 with renewed resolve to end Tuberculosis
Nigeria observed 2024 World TB Day, honouring the millions who have succumbed to tuberculosis while raising awareness of the disease’s prevalence in the country. […]
NCDC facing challenges in tackling epidemic-prone diseases in Nigeria – DG
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says it is facing numerous challenges in addressing epidemic-prone diseases in the country. The Director […]
Dark-brown eyes have higher risk of developing cataract – Optometrist
The Managing Director of a private eye clinic in Warri, Delta, Dr Comfort Omo-Irabor, has said people with dark brown eyes have higher risk […]
Plateau set to tackle malaria with 2.9 million insecticide-treated nets
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – In an effort to combat malaria, Plateau State is set to distribute over 2.9 million insecticide-treated nets across its […]
Shehu of Dikwa flags off polio immunization in Dikwa
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – His Royal Highness, the Shehu of Dikwa, Alhaji Ibrahim Ibn Umar Ibrahim El-kanemi has appealed to the people in […]
Lassa Fever kills 5 in Kaduna State
No fewer than five persons have been confirmed dead following Lassa Fever outbreak in the Katsina State. The state Commissioner for Health, Hajiya Umma […]
WHO trains Borno health workers in detecting, treating and managing TB cases
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – The Borno State Commissioner of Health and Human Resources, Professor Baba Malam Gana has said that the level of […]
Cross River warns residents over outbreak of haemorrhagic fever
Cross River State Government on Saturday warned about a possible outbreak of viral haemorrhagic fever in old Ndebeji, in Akamkpa Local Government Area of the […]
NCDC confirms Lassa Fever outbreak in Kaduna
Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr Jide Idris, has officially acknowledged the outbreak of Lassa fever in […]
Excessive salt intake lowers lifespan, can lead to stroke, heart attack, high BP, – CSOs warn
Network for Health Equity and Development (NHED), a coalition of Civil Society Organisations, says excessive salt (sodium) intake can lower the lifespan of individuals.. The […]
Lassa Fever claims 10 lives in Ebonyi
The Ebonyi State Ministry of Health disclosed that Lassa Fever killed 10 persons in the state from Jan. 4 to Feb. 16, 2024. The […]
Tinubu appoints Jide Idris as NCDC D-G
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola has appointed Dr Jide Idris, the Convener of Healthcare Transformation Coalition, the Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for […]
UNICEF donates $300,000 worth of health equipment to Borno Govt
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has handed over essential medical supplies worth over USD$246,590 to the Borno State Government […]
Borno has the highest indices of maternal and neonatal mortality rates in Nigeria – Commissioner
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – Borno State, unfortunately, is one of the states in Nigeria with very high indices of maternal and neonatal mortality […]
AFCON: Underlying cardiovascular diseases can cause sudden death – Cardiologist
A Consultant Cardiologist, Dr Ramon Moronkola, says that underlying untreated cardiovascular health conditions can trigger causes that can lead to the sudden death of […]