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Diphtheria: 10 Dead as Jigawa records suspected cases
Following an outbreak of 91 suspected cases of diphtheria in 14 local government areas in Jigawa State, at least 10 people have…
[Health Tips] 10 benefits of eating foods, fruits rich in protein
Protein is one of the three main macronutrients that your body needs for growth and repair. It is made up of amino acids, which…
[Health Tips] 10 reasons your food should be rich in Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are one of the three main macronutrients that your body needs for energy. They are made up of carbon, hydrogen, and…
Nigeria records 55% drop in Malaria deaths – WHO
Nigeria has recorded a 55 percent drop in malaria deaths, the World Health Organization (WHO) has said.
WHO Regional Director…
‘Nigeria needs 10 years to replace migrating doctors’
The President of the Medical and Dental Consultants’ Association of Nigeria, Prof. Aminu Muhammad, has said that it would take…
400,000 health workers insufficient for Nigeria – Minister
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate has that about 400,000 health workers in Nigeria are…
[Health Tips] Cataracts: What you need to know
A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye. The lens is a clear structure that helps to focus light onto the…
Subsidy Removal: NMA requests allowance review as economic hardship worsens
Following the elimination of petrol subsidies by the Federal Government, the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has made a new…
[Health Tips] Glaucoma, a guide to prevention
Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, the nerve that connects the eye to the brain. This damage can…
[Health Tips] Eight ways to care for your eyes
The eye is a complex organ that allows us to see. It is made up of several parts, including the cornea, lens, retina, and optic…