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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,…
Lagos exits 5th COVID-19 wave – Commissioner
The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, on Friday said that the state had exited the fifth COVID-19 wave,…
NMA Laments Poor Salaries Of Health Workers, Funding
Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has lamented the poor salaries of health workers in the country saying it makes many doctors…
Adamawa confirms 11 cases of Cholera
The Adamawa State Ministry of health has confirmed 11 cases of cholera disease in Guyuk and Shelleng local government areas of the…
Over 66% sickle cell patients live in Africa – WHO
The World Health Organisation has said more than 66 per cent of the 120 million people affected worldwide by sickle cell disease…
Social Responsibility Week: FirstBank sponsors VVF surgery for 50 patients,…
The First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) Limited, has sponsored Vesico Virginal Fistula (VVF) surgery of 50 patients and supported 100…