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Health

June 24, 2024

Over 950,000 women in Zamfara at high risk of maternal death: Commissioner

“This training is aimed at ensuring safe delivery of babies across all health facilities in the state.”

Dauda Lawal-Dare
June 24, 2024

Cholera Outbreak: Death toll reaches 29 as Lagos records 579 suspected cases

Mr Abayomi disclosed this during a state multi-agency news briefing and an update on the cholera outbreak in Lagos on Monday.

Cholera patients
June 24, 2024

Plateau has no recorded cases of cholera: Official

Mr Shurkuk said that despite the outbreak in 30 other states, Plateau had yet to record any cases, as the two suspected cases reported tested negative for cholera.

Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang
June 24, 2024

Cholera Outbreak: One dead as Ogun records 25 suspected cases

The commissioner said the ministry had received an alert about the first two cases of cholera on June 12, which, according to her, tested positive.

Cholera patients
June 24, 2024

GMO Foods: Nigeria’s biosafety agency says TELA maize safe for eating

NBMA said the agency had been alerted to Nigerians’ concerns about the approval and launch of TELA maize in the country.

June 24, 2024

British boy becomes first to receive skull-implanted epilepsy device

The cutting-edge treatment has resulted in an 80 per cent decrease in his daytime seizures, significantly enhancing his quality of life.

Oran Knowlson
June 23, 2024

Oyo health workers to begin seven-day warning strike Monday

Mr Fabunmi said union members in all health institutions, including ministries, departments, and local government councils, would observe the warning strike.

Health workers strike
June 23, 2024

Don’t divert N260 billion PHCs intervention fund, APC chieftain begs governors

“I commend the President for prioritising the health of Nigerians with the release of N260 billion to revitalise the dilapidated PHCs in the country.

Primary Healthcare Centre
June 22, 2024

Sanwo-Olu seeks increased hygiene to curb cholera spread

“Cholera has started to raise its ugly head in our state and across the country.’’

Babajide Sanwo-Olu
June 22, 2024

Organisation seeks more blood donors to save lives

“The organisation is dedicated to promoting voluntary blood donations.’’

Blood donation (Credit: Nigerian Guardian)