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I will prioritise strengthening health sector- Pate
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Ali Pate, has said that strengthening health sector governance, and…
[World Mental Health Day] EXCLUSIVE: Mental illness – Types,…
Yesterday, (Tuesday) October 10, 2023, was World Mental Health Day. It is an international day for global mental health education,…
Breaking the silence on Breast Cancer in both genders
October is more than just the start of autumn; it is also Cancer Awareness Month. This month serves as a poignant reminder of the…
[Health Tips] Symptoms, prevention of diphtheria
Diphtheria is a serious and contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae. The bacteria…
Fighting the scourge of Illicit Trade in the Pharma Industry: The Role of…
In an increasingly interconnected world, the pharmaceutical industry faces a significant challenge: the rise of illicit trade.…
Japa: FG to enhance medical school enrollment quotas
The federal government has put plans in place to increase admittance to medical and dental schools, boosting the population of…
FG develops national diphtheria laboratory as cases hit 8,406
The Federal Government is nearing completion of the National Diphtheria Laboratory, which will undertake preliminary and…
NCDC confirms fresh 1,968 Lassa fever cases in 28 states
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 1,068 cases of Lassa fever in 112 local government areas…
Diphtheria: UNICEF to raise additional $ 3.3m to support Nigeria
The United States Children’s Fund, UNICEF, has said to respond effectively to the diphtheria outbreak in Nigeria, it needed to…
Understanding Inhalers and their Versatility
This week, I'll be discussing inhalers. I discovered that I had developed high blood pressure after becoming ill and spending time…