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Health

February 5, 2024

NAFDAC cautions distillers on production of alcohol in sachets, bottles below 200ml

The NAFDAC official said the committee approved the alcohol above 200ml for DIBAN members.

Sachet alcohol (credit: Businessday) and NAFDAC (credit: punch)
February 4, 2024

Japa: Over 500 workers left National Hospital in two years, says CMD

Mr Raji told journalists on Sunday in Abuja that most health workers went abroad in search of better working conditions.

National Hospital Abuja
February 4, 2024

Tinubu’s wife calls for corporate awareness for cancer prevention

The first lady further calls on Nigerians to support cancer survivors and celebrate those who are cancer-free.

Her Excellency, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu
February 3, 2024

Infectious diseases expert advises citizens on optimum hygiene

Mr Akase noted that Lassa fever, meningitis, cholera, malaria, tuberculosis among others were affecting the country

Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH)
February 3, 2024

Experts advocate early detection, treatment to tackle liver cancer

Ms Sowumi said most people present late-stage disease due to lack of adequate surveillance.

NSIA-LUTH cancer centre
February 2, 2024
Bayelsa State House of Assembly
February 2, 2024

Yobe government shuts seven illegal health facilities

Mr Ngamdu also advised public and private healthcare facilities operating in the state to shun acts capable of violating its regulations.

Yobe Governor Mai Mala-Buni
February 2, 2024

NAFDAC seeks partnership with police, SSS in fight against fake drugs in Anambra

The zonal coordinator urged the SSS to use its grassroots intelligence resources to enhance its surveillance capacity.

NAFDAC
February 2, 2024

NAFDAC cautions Nigerian youth against alcohol abuse

Mr Adeniran identified abuse of alcohol as one of the major causes of crime in the country.

Glasses of Alcohol
February 2, 2024

Malaria vaccine highly effective in young children: Study

In 2024, the R21/Matrix-M vaccine was recommended for use by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

Malaria vaccine