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Health

June 1, 2025

2025 Hajj: Saudi authorities issue precautions as temperatures soar to 47°C

The NCM forecast challenging weather, including high temperatures, potential thunderstorms, and reduced visibility.

HAJJ
June 1, 2025

Red Cross offers emergency relief to communities overrun by flood in Niger

The Nigerian Red Cross Society stated that its volunteers were actively on the ground in the state.

June 1, 2025

100 skilled birth attendants recruited to strengthen healthcare in Bauchi

Mr Adamu told the skilled birth attendants that anyone who refused their place of posting should resign honourably.

Bauchi State logo
May 31, 2025

WHO urges ban on flavoured tobacco products

The WHO official said no fewer than 146,000 people die from tobacco-related causes in the African Region each year.

Tobacco
May 31, 2025

Gombe introduces locally-made food supplement to tackle malnutrition

Deputy Governor Manassah Jatau, while flagging off the initiative, hoped it would significantly reduce the number of malnourished children.

malnourished children
May 31, 2025

First Lady to launch initiative to eliminate cervical cancer in Nigeria

Ms Makanjuola said the launch of PECCIN is scheduled for Tuesday at the State House in Abuja.

Her Excellency, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu
May 31, 2025

WHO approves two new vaccines to protect infants from respiratory syncytial virus

WHO said that RSV is the leading cause of acute lower respiratory infections in children globally.

World Health Organization
May 30, 2025

WHO seeks urgent action to ban flavoured tobacco, nicotine products

He said flavours not only make it harder to quit, but have also been linked to serious lung diseases.

Ghebreyesus
May 30, 2025

Governor Aiyedatiwa vows continued healthcare funding in Ondo

The governor said the commitment would be pursued with increased vigour and passion.

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa
May 30, 2025

366 Nigerians killed by Lassa fever, meningitis across 24 states: NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a total of 366 deaths from Lassa fever and meningitis in 24 states.

Photo of a mortuary used to illustrate the story