Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Health

August 29, 2025

Medical laboratory council advocates proper diagnosis before treatment

Mr Nwovu said accurate diagnosis leads to the proper treatment, and urged Nigerians to adhere to basic health guidelines to avoid complications and escalation of illnesses.

medical test
August 29, 2025

ICRC restores health, nutrition in Madagali

Madagali has become a safe haven for displaced families seeking refuge from insecurity and attacks in nearby areas.

Governor of Borno state, Babagana Zulum
August 29, 2025

Resident doctors give FCTA one-week ultimatum to begin health reform, threaten strike

Mr Ebong advised the FCT Administration to prioritise healthcare workforce development.

Medical doctors in Nigeria
August 29, 2025

Africa CDC warns of rising cholera cases in refugee camps

The deputy incident manager of the incident management support team at Africa CDC, Yap Boum, said this during a virtual press briefing on Friday.

Cholera patients
August 29, 2025

Deaf community in Yobe seeks interpreters in hospitals

The deaf community in Yobe has raised concerns over health risks faced by its members due to the absence of sign language interpreters in hospitals across the state.

Deaf person used to illustrate the story
August 28, 2025

Nigerian youths urged to advocate for healthy food policy

Mr Oluwafemi called for adequate taxation, front-of-pack labelling, salt reduction, and youth-driven advocacy against unhealthy diets.

Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa
August 28, 2025

Polio: FG to begin second round of vaccination in high-risk states September 11

He noted that efforts were ongoing to eradicate the new variant and improve vaccination coverage, especially in areas with porous borders.

Polio vaccination
August 28, 2025

Nigeria battling undernutrition, overnutrition, micronutrient deficiencies: FG

Ms Bako-Aiyegbusi stated that Nigeria still faces a significant gap between its nutrition targets and on-the-ground outcomes.

Little children
August 28, 2025

Some menstrual pains, cramps caused by endometriosis, says gynaecologist

The gynaecologist said the disorder can cause severe pelvic pains during menstruation.

Women
August 27, 2025

NCDC reports drop in Lassa fever cases, increase in fatality rate

The Nigerian public health agency said the most affected age group remained the young adults between 21 and 30 years.

Lassa fever infected patient