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Health

January 9, 2025

FG urges combined efforts against emerging COVID-19 threats

NEMA conveyed the strategic stakeholders meeting to discuss preparedness, response plans, and proactive measures within Nigeria’s national context against the virus.

Dr Muhammad Ali Pate
January 8, 2025

WHO says bird flu risk remains low after first U.S. patient dies

“We’re not seeing sustained circulation,” she said. “The man who died of the disease in Louisiana was over 65 and reportedly had underlying medical conditions.’’

U.S. hospital
January 7, 2025

Gov Soludo inaugurates multibed-spaced hospital in Anaocha LGA

“We appreciate this public-private partnership because the government cannot meet the people’s health needs alone,” Mr Soludo said.

Governor Chukwuma Soludo
January 7, 2025

Neuropsychiatrist urges Nigerians to pay adequate attention to mental health

The neuropsychiatrist stressed the need for Nigerians to prioritise the habit of going for mental health evaluation services.

Mental Health
January 7, 2025

Chinese scientists unlock key advances in sugarcane genomics

A Chinese research team from Guangxi University has decoded the genome of the modern cultivated sugarcane variety Xintaitang No. 22 (XTT22).

Chinese sugarcane
January 7, 2025

NCDC takes proactive measures to address HMPV concerns

The HMPV outbreak has overwhelmed hospitals in China, sparking global concern.

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention
January 7, 2025

U.S. records first human death from bird flu in Louisiana

A Louisiana patient has become the first reported fatality from bird flu in the United States.

Body bag in hospital
January 6, 2025

Lassa Fever: NCDC advocates hygiene, early treatment as cases surge

The NCDC boss recommended frequent handwashing with soap and water, and proper waste disposal to deter rodents.

Lassa-fever
January 6, 2025

Nigeria’s albinos seek support over skin cancer

The Albinism Association of Nigeria has appealed to the government and the public to assist about 40 of its members battling skin cancer.

Albinos
January 6, 2025

Family planning prevents stunted growth in children: AAFP

The AAFP chairman stated that family planning could boost both parents’ income and positively impact the children.

Stunted children