Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Health

August 7, 2024

NGO screens 100 women for cervical cancer at UI  

Mr Samuel said the exercise would provide easy access to cancer screening and diagnosis to reduce the burden of the disease on the increase in Nigeria.

University of Ibadan
August 7, 2024

Ex-Ondo NMA chairman hails colleagues’ patriotism amid relocation of other medical professionals

Mr Adeyemi-Osowe said that the current economic challenges forced many of his colleagues to seek opportunities outside Nigeria.

Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa
August 6, 2024

Four dead after eating amala in Kwara: Official

The commissioner said that the survivors were receiving treatment in the hospitals where they were admitted.

A plate of amala used to illustrate this story
August 6, 2024

NMA Adamawa chapter elects new executive members

Mr Yahaya quoted the new chairman as promising continued unity and welfare for members.

Nigerian Medical Association
August 6, 2024

WHO raises alarm over rise in COVID infections, vaccination drop 

The epidemiologist said that the current situation is not comparable to the pandemic phase

World Health Organization
August 6, 2024

Over 3,000 to benefit from Akwa Ibom free medical outreach

The village head described the medical outreach as a welcome development.

Akwa Ibom
August 6, 2024

CSOs, media partner for effective TB awareness campaigns in Bauchi

Ms Maikudi, who described TB as a contagious disease, said effective awareness campaigns were essential to educate the public, reduce stigma and promote early detection and treatment.

Tuberculosis chart
August 6, 2024

Breastmilk natural, lifesaving, says health commissioner

Asabe Balarabe, the Sokoto health commissioner, urged mothers to embrace proper breastfeeding practices on Tuesday.

Breastfeeding mother
August 2, 2024

Diabetes patients lament as medication costs skyrocket from N70,000 to N180,000

Mr Enyia said that the increase in the cost of medications was unsustainable for many Nigerians.

Insulin
August 2, 2024

UNICEF, WHO call for equal access to breastfeeding support

In Nigeria, key gaps in breastfeeding support include insufficient maternity leave policies, lack of workplace support, and inadequate access to breastfeeding education.

Nursing mothers