Health
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has emphasized the Tinubu administration’s dedication to ensuring quality healthcare for all Nigerians, regardless of their background. She made this statement during the 25th-anniversary celebration of the National Hospital Abuja (NHA) on Wednesday, with the theme “Celebrating 25 Years of Quality Services and Expert Care.” Mrs. Tinubu praised the Coordinating […]
Ogun State aims to become Nigeria’s first malaria-free state by 2030, according to Health Commissioner Dr. Tomi Coker. Inspired by Egypt’s success, she said, “If we work hard and put the right things in place, we too can aspire.” The state recently distributed 2.5 million mosquito nets in collaboration with partners. To ensure usage, Dr. […]
In Kogi State, it has been revealed that approximately 50,000 people are currently living with HIV/AIDS, with over 36,000 of them undergoing treatment. This was disclosed by Ibrahim Anate, the Acting Executive Secretary of the Kogi State Agency for the Control of Aids (KOSACA), during an interactive session with journalists on Monday, following a road […]
China’s National Health Commission has introduced its first set of standardized guidelines for diagnosing and treating obesity, reflecting a growing concern over the country’s rising rates of overweight and obese individuals. The guidelines, aimed at addressing a significant public health issue, classify obesity as both an independent disease and a leading cause of various chronic […]
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 1,025 cases of Lassa fever from 8,484 suspected cases across the country between January 1 and October 6, 2024. The cases spanned 28 states and 128 local government areas, highlighting the ongoing challenge of the viral illness. According to the latest NCDC Lassa fever […]
NAFDAC has destroyed counterfeit drugs, unwholesome medical devices, and other substandard products valued at ₦43 billion in Ibadan, Oyo State, marking a significant step in its efforts to combat illegal and unsafe items in Nigeria. The destruction took place at a dumpsite in Moniya, Akinyele Local Government Area, with NAFDAC’s Director-General, Christiana Adeyeye, represented by […]
The Federal Government of Nigeria has ramped up efforts to control the spread of Mpox (popularly known as Monkeypox) by enhancing monitoring and screening procedures at all entry points into the country. This decision follows a recent increase in Mpox cases, with 39 confirmed cases reported across 33 states and the Federal Capital Territory in […]
As Nigeria battles a cholera outbreak, the Nigeria Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) has developed an innovative, easy-to-use diagnostic tool to combat the disease. Cholera, a severe diarrhoeal illness caused by contaminated water and poor hygiene, can spread rapidly. Early detection is crucial to prevent outbreaks, and the new point-of-care test aims to facilitate this. […]
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate 2023, underscored his dedication to healthcare and education by donating N10 million to the Grimard College of Nursing Sciences in Anyigba, Kogi State. This gesture took place during his visit to the institution on Monday. In a statement released via X on Tuesday, Obi emphasized the pivotal role […]
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has expressed its appreciation for President Bola Tinubu’s recent Executive Order aimed at revitalizing Nigeria’s healthcare sector. According to a statement by Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, Director General of NAFDAC, the Executive Order introduces special waivers on pharmaceutical inputs, APIs, excipients, and essential raw materials, […]
