Monday, August 17, 2026

Health

October 16, 2025

Adamawa recorded 8,850 new HIV infections in four years: Official

Mr Adamu said surveillance data show a steady rise in new HIV infections across the state in the last three years.

HIV
October 16, 2025

Medical experts highlight dangers of improper waste disposal, proffer solutions

The Oyo State Hospitals Management Board’s chairman, Akin Fagbemi, said medical waste should be sorted at the point of generation into non-hazardous waste.

Oyo State Hospitals Management Board
October 16, 2025

NCCC partners OPEC, others on energy use, climate goals

Ms Majekodunmi said that private funding would also help accelerate Nigeria’s climate goals and strengthen adaptation measures across key economic sectors.

National Council on Climate Change,
October 16, 2025

IPOB kingpin Nnamdi Kanu’s ailment is not life-threatening, Nigerian doctors tell court

NMA has told the Abuja Division of the Federal High Court that Nnamdi Kanu’s ailment was not life-threatening.

Indigenous People of Biafra Logo and Nigerian Medical Association Logo
October 16, 2025

Kebbi to spend N4 billion for rehabilitation of seven general hospitals

Junaidu Marshall, the attorney general, disclosed this while briefing newsmen shortly after the council’s meeting held in Birnin Kebbi.

General hospital in Kebbi
October 15, 2025

Kwara government distributes medical equipment, drugs to hospitals

The commissioner said that the medical equipment will improve access to quality healthcare for all.

AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq
October 15, 2025

Disease Prevention: FG, partners urge Nigerians to prioritise handwashing

Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation Joseph Utsev said handwashing is the first line of defence against diseases like cholera.

Handwashing
October 15, 2025

FG launches campaign against vaccine-preventable diseases

The exercise is expected to be rolled out in two phases and four streams over a 10-day schedule.

Measles vaccination
October 15, 2025

Kwara govt inaugurates 2025 adolescent health week

The week-long event aims to raise awareness on issues affecting the health and well-being of adolescents.

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq
October 15, 2025

Minister urges collaboration in fight against cancer

The minister stressed the importance of ensuring every Nigerian can access prevention and treatment, regardless of status.

Image used to illustrate cancer