Thursday, October 22, 2026

Health

May 4, 2024

NACA urges stakeholder action in ending HIV/AIDS epidemic

Ms Ilori urged stakeholders to unite and accelerate progress towards ending the epidemic in Nigeria.

National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA)
May 4, 2024

Saudi Arabia-based Nigerian surgeon develops novel therapy for sickle cell anaemia, leg ulcers

The studies involve empowering carers and ensuring the widespread adoption of effective treatment strategies.

May 4, 2024

After Lagos, Anambra ranks second lowest in malaria prevalence nationwide: Commissioner

“The rate of net use has increased in Anambra from 27 per cent to 57 per cent.’’

Mosquitoes
May 3, 2024

Over 400 people hospitalised in Vietnam over suspected food poisoning

Vietnam’s food safety department under the health ministry has ordered an investigation into the case.

Patients in Sri Lanka hospital
May 3, 2024

Heatstroke killed over 50 people in April

Among the victims, about 30 had pre-existing chronic diseases, with the majority falling within the age range of 50 to 90, he said.

BODY SWEATING
May 3, 2024

Tinubu govt bans foreign-made syringes, needles in hospitals

The new directive was stated in a circular addressed to all medical directors signed by the Minister of State for Health, Tunji Alausa, on Friday.

SYRINGES
May 3, 2024

WHO inaugurates vaccination in Niger to contain meningitis epidemic

Unlike previous jabs, the new meningitis vaccine is single-dose and protects against five strains of the infection.

NIGERIaN KIDS
May 2, 2024

U.S. contributed $914 million towards fight against malaria in Nigeria since 2011: Report

The PMI’s latest report said the U.S. supported Nigeria with $73 million to fight malaria in 2023 alone. 

MALARIA patient
April 30, 2024

TETFund installs transplant, urology equipment in seven teaching hospitals

TETFund has completed the installation of N250 million worth of transplant and urology equipment for prostate and kidney stone treatment in seven hospitals.

TETFund installs transplant
April 30, 2024

Immunisation key to preventing childhood killer diseases: WHO

WHO says vaccination is imperative in preventing vaccine-preventable diseases in children.

Polio immunisation vaccine