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Health

December 2, 2025

HIV infections to explode due to rising youth ignorance in Nigeria: Expert

“Government agencies now depend on foreign partners, making the national HIV response partner-driven rather than government-led,” Mr Ejah said.

HIV Patient
December 2, 2025

WHO backs wider use of weight-loss medicines, calling obesity chronic disease

WHO warned that without deliberate policies, these treatments may widen existing health inequalities.

Obesity
December 1, 2025

Overcome HIV fear, go for screening,  Anambra governor’s wife urges Nigerians

Mrs Soludo advised Nigerians to avoid risky behaviours and adopt preventive measures to reduce the risk of HIV/AIDS transmission.

December 1, 2025

FG offers free annual liver, kidney tests for HIV patients

Ms Ilori said despite global disruptions, Nigeria was on track to meet the 2030 target of ending HIV.

HIV logo
December 1, 2025

33,000 females, 14,000 males living with HIV in Plateau

Mr Ba’amlong noted that there had been progress in the prevention of mother-to-child transmission.

Plateau State logo
December 1, 2025

UCH resident doctors resume work after month-long strike

Resident doctors at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, have resumed work after a month-long nationwide strike.

DOCTORS
November 30, 2025

UNODC names Kaduna national model for drug prevention, treatment

UNODC cited the state’s sweeping reforms and coordinated response to substance abuse and mental health challenges.

UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC)
November 30, 2025

Resident doctors suspend strike, issue fresh four-week deadline

The strike stemmed from unpaid arrears, delayed promotions, unmet allowances, and staffing shortages.

Striking doctors
November 29, 2025

FUTH, NIPRD sign MoU on vaccine research, development

Mr Pate said the agreement formalises a strategic partnership aimed at boosting vaccine research and addressing its needs in Nasarawa State and beyond.

November 29, 2025

Kaduna: NAFDAC shuts down depot, seals drinks factory over poor hygiene

The NAFDAC official emphasised that such action was unsatisfactory and unacceptable, as it violated standard regulations.

NAFDAC officials at Onitsha drug market