Health
FG disburses N32bn to boost primary healthcare nationwide
Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, By Deborah Nnamdi The Federal Government has released N32 billion through the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF) to enhance primary healthcare services across Nigeria. This was announced during the 11th Expanded Ministerial Oversight Committee (MOC) meeting on the BHCPF held…
Read More »Loneliness contributes to 871,000 deaths annually – WHO
By Deborah Nnamdi The World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that loneliness is a major global health concern, contributing to the deaths of at least 871,000 people each year. According to a new WHO commission report, one in six people worldwide experiences loneliness, which—along with social isolation—can have serious health…
Read More »NAFDAC Raises Alarm on Fake Herceptin Cancer Drug Circulating in Ghana
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public health warning regarding a counterfeit version of the cancer medication Herceptin® 600mg/5ml (Trastuzumab Solution for Injection), reportedly discovered in Ghana and allegedly sourced from Nigeria. The warning, published on NAFDAC’s official website on Thursday, alerts…
Read More »World Brain Tumour Day: Experts Urge Nigeria to Prioritise Brain Health
,,,Brain tumour accounts for 1/4 of Neurosurgical Cases As Nigeria joins the global community to mark World Brain Tumour Day 2025, health experts are urging the Federal Government to establish a national brain tumour care policy. They call for increased funding, public education, and better access to diagnosis and treatment.…
Read More »Uncertain Fate for 47 Medical Students Evacuated from Sudan over MDCN Registration
A group of 47 Nigerian medical students evacuated from Sudan in 2023 face an uncertain future as they struggle to meet the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) exam registration requirements. The students, who fled Sudan without exit visas during the conflict, lack key documents—first entry and last exit…
Read More »Top Skincare Benefits of Aloe Vera You Must Know
… 6 Tips and DIY on Aloe Vera Use and Benefit By Orezi Ogaga Amagada In a beauty world overflowing with 12-step routines and lab-formulated serums, aloe vera is the humble green plant that is stealing the spotlight—and doing it all with quiet confidence. Aloe vera, the long-time sunburn soother,…
Read More »NCDC records rising cases of cerebrospinal meningitis urges vigilance
Agency Report The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported an increase in suspected cases of cerebrospinal meningitis (CSM) across the country. According to the NCDC’s official website, between March 17-23, 2025, a total of 315 suspected cases were recorded in Kebbi, Sokoto, and Yobe states. Of these, 38…
Read More »WHO Report Warns Of Deadly Fungal Infections
By Deborah Nnamdi The World Health Organization (WHO) has published its inaugural reports on testing and treatments for fungal infections, emphasizing the shortage of medicines and diagnostic tools for managing invasive fungal diseases. According to the WHO, fungal infections like candida are growing more resistant to treatment and are particularly…
Read More »Corp member dies of Lassa Fever in Ogun outbreak
By Deborah Nnamdi The Ogun State government has confirmed the outbreak of Lassa Fever in the state following the death of a National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, member. The 25-year-old corp member reportedly died from Lassa fever at a secondary health facility in Ijebu North Local Government Area of Ogun…
Read More »1.3m children in Nigeria, Ethiope face acute malnutrition – UNICEF
The United Nations children’s agency said on Friday it will run out of its supply of lifesaving food to treat children suffering from acute forms of malnutrition in Ethiopia and Nigeria within the next two months due to a lack of funding exacerbated by Trump administration cuts to foreign aid.…
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