Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Health

September 8, 2024

FG distributes 1.3 million bottles of micronutrient supplements to pregnant women

It is aimed at reducing the rate of maternal and infant mortality in Nigeria.

Pregnant Women
September 8, 2024

Experts warn fuel price hikes will lead to malnutrition

In an interview with journalists on Sunday in Abuja, the experts said the situation could occur due to the increased cost of living for many households.

Malnourished children. [CREDIT: The Cable]
September 8, 2024

Health minister offers free medical outreach to flood victims in Bauchi

“Whoever comes for this outreach will be checked, examined, diagnosed and treated for free,” he assured.

Free Medical Outreach
September 8, 2024

Gov. Lawal inaugurates upgraded  Maru hospital, bemoans poor maintenance of facilities

Mr Lawal stated that the facilities provided at the hospital required effective maintenance.

Governor Dauda Lawal
September 7, 2024

Exposure to cold can cause spinal cord injury, expert warns

Mr Onuoha said, “There is tuberculosis of the spinal cord; exposure to cold can cause serious harm to the spinal cord.”

Children with disability
September 7, 2024

Mpox: AIDS foundation calls for speedy delivery of vaccines to Africa

“The foundation is urging WHO and global health bodies to speed up the delivery of mpox vaccines to Africa.

Mpox vaccine
September 7, 2024

NAFDAC, National Counter Terrorism Centre sign MoU to tackle drug counterfeit

The NAFDAC boss thanked the Office of the National Security Adviser for always identifying with the agency.

NAFDAC
September 6, 2024

Reps committee pledges to end medical tourism

He also promised to change the analogue attitude and approach to the administration of health.

House of Representatives
September 6, 2024

APC committed to transparent leadership, inclusive policy process: Ganduje

Mr Ganduje said the presence of APC governors and dignitaries at the event underscored their commitment to build a strong political party.

Abdullahi Ganduje
September 6, 2024

Sweden applies to be declared free of African swine fever

A formal application has now been submitted to the European Commission so that Sweden can be officially declared free of the disease at the end of September.

Pig