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NHIS develops 10-year strategic plan to achieve mandate
The National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) says it had developed a ten- year strategic plan 2020 to 2030 to serve as a roadmap…
Nigeria, others woefully lagging in COVID-19 vaccine administration – WHO
According to the World Health Organization, Nigeria and other African countries performed poorly in the administration of the…
Malaria claimed lives of over 602,000 Africans last year – WHO
Malaria killed more than 602,000 people in Africa last year, according to a World Health Organization (WHO) official.
Dr…
Ondo records 34 Lassa fever-related deaths, 227 cases
The Ondo State Government has said a total of 34 persons have died of Lassa fever in the state from January to date.
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Over one million children in Africa have taken Malaria vaccine – WHO
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), at least one million African children have received one or more doses of the…
Good nutrition beneficial, achievable for all Nigerians- UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says good nutrition is beneficial to and achievable for all Nigerians.
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Lassa fever outbreak hits Kogi community, kills three
Lassa fever has been reported in Kogi State's Ibaji Local Government Area, with three patients reported dead.
Additionally, a…
Africa CDC urges member states to invest in public health emergencies
The Africa Centre for Disease and Prevention Control (Africa CDC), on Wednesday called on member states to learn from the ongoing…
Buhari orders Minister to submit progress Report on local vaccines…
President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire, to submit a progress report by the end of May…
Vaccine production: West African scientists to boost local capacity
Medical laboratory and research scientists from West Africa are set to chart a course that will assist in building local capacity…