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Health

October 23, 2025

NMA moves to tackle quackery in Ogun

The Nigerian Medical Association in Ogun says it will not relent in its war against quackery and other infractions in the medical practice.

Nigerian Medical Association
October 23, 2025

NMA advises Kwara on strategies to curb ‘Japa’ syndrome among doctors

The Nigerian Medical Association in Kwara has advised the state government to provide scholarships, low-interest loans, and other incentives to attract doctors.

DOCTORS
October 23, 2025

WHO evacuates 41 children from Gaza Strip

WHO has, for the first time since the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip two weeks ago, evacuated severely ill and injured children to safety for urgent treatment.

GAZA KIDS
October 23, 2025

FG spends ₦33 billion to reinforce health centres

Oritseweyimi Ogbe, secretary of the Ministerial Oversight Committee, announced this during the 12th MOC meeting in Abuja.

PHC
October 23, 2025

Cerelac sold in Nigeria contains 7kg of sugar, Europe’s brand contains none: Gatefield

“At 25, a Nigerian has nearly lived half their healthy life,” said Gatefield’s lead strategist.

Gatefield Health Summit
October 23, 2025

Planned Parenthood Federation urges Nigeria to include reproductive health in school curriculum

PPFN seeks inclusion of ‘Comprehensive Life-Skill and Health Education’ in school curriculum.

Planned Parenthood
October 23, 2025

NIMR calls for improved research literacy, funding to boost clinical trials

Mr Oladele, who heads the Clinical Trials Unit at NIMR, made the call at the institute’s monthly media chat.

Nigerian Institute of Medical Research
October 22, 2025

UNICEF takes integrated vaccination campaign to schools in Taraba

A parent commended UNICEF and the Taraba government for the campaign.

Polio immunisation
October 22, 2025

Reps move against alleged use of harmful chemicals to preserve perishable foods

Mr Okafor said that the use of harmful chemicals as preservatives in Nigeria posed a clear danger to the health and wellness of millions of our citizens.

Fruits photo
October 22, 2025

Bauchi procures 13 tuberculosis X-ray machines worth $1.9 million

The Bauchi government says it has procured 13 portable digital X-ray machines for tuberculosis diagnosis, worth $1.9 million.

Bauchi hospital