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40 dead as diphtheria cases rise to 216
216 cases of diphtheria have been confirmed by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention in the states of Kano, Yobe,…
[HEALTH TIPS] How to control High Blood Pressure, hypertension without…
High blood pressure is a common condition that affects the body's arteries. It is also called hypertension. If you have high blood…
Cholera kills over 1,200 in Malawi – WHO
The deadliest cholera outbreak in Malawi’s history has killed at least 1,210 people, while vaccines remain scarce, the World…
First zonal reference laboratory opened in Ekiti
To improve the diagnosis and surveillance of infectious diseases in Nigeria, the Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention…
[PHOTOS] Naira Scarcity: Buhari meets Emefiele, Tambuwal, Bagudu
President Muhammadu Buhari met privately with Aminu Tambuwal, Chairman of the Nigeria Governors' Forum, and Atiku Bagudu, Chairman…
[HEALTH TIPS] What you should know about Diphtheria
The Nigerian government recently confirmed a diphtheria outbreak in parts of the country. The disease is a highly contagious…
Experts Lists Five Best Foods, What To Avoid For Heart Health
Experts has recommended five of the best foods for heart health because foods for heart health can reduce other potential…
NCDC announces 111 cases of diphtheria, 22 deaths
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) on Monday announced that the country had confirmed 111 cases of…
Nigeria has about 25% of all NTDs in Africa- Ehanire
Dr. Osagie Ehanire, Minister of Health, stated on Monday that Nigeria has approximately 25% of all Neglected Tropical Diseases…
COVID-19 still a public health emergency – WHO
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to be a public health emergency of international concern, according to the World Health…