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Americans to pay for COVID-19 vaccines, treatments
Americans will have to pay for COVID-19 vaccines and treatments as soon as January 2023, as U.S. Congress has nearly run out of…
Monkeypox cases hit 277, spreads to 30 states
The number of confirmed cases of monkeypox in the country has increased to 277, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease…
Six reasons suicide is on the increase worldwide – Minister
The Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire, has identified risk factors for suicide to include depression, job or financial loss,…
FG to shut unregistered medical laboratories
The Minister of State for Health, Joseph Ekumankama, has said the Federal Government would shut down unregistered medical…
Eight important health benefits of Ginger
Since ancient times, people have utilized ginger in both cooking and healing. It is still a well-liked home cure for sickness,…
Half of monkeypox deaths in Africa from Nigeria – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that half of the deaths recorded from monkeypox in 2022 across Africa are from…
Brain drain: Advise young doctors, HoS tells NMA
Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, head of the federal civil service, has advised the Nigerian Medical Association to make sure that young…
House Committee commends NIMR on infrastructure, research improvement
The Chairman of House of Representatives Committee on Health Institutions, Rep. Tanko Sununu, has commended the Nigerian Institute…
Yellow Fever: NCDC announces14 deaths in 10 states
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has announced 14 deaths in 10 states from suspected cases of yellow…
10 common fruits and advantages for your health
Fruits are a great source of fiber as well as important vitamins and minerals. Fruits also include a variety of antioxidants,…