Saturday, October 24, 2026

Health

October 25, 2023

FG will use Basic Healthcare Provision Fund to revive PHCs: Health Minister Pate

He said issues impeding the current state of the PHCs that would be addressed would involve malaria, immunisation, maternal and child health, and reproductive health.

Dr Muhammad Ali Pate
October 25, 2023

Gaza Strip health system in complete collapse, says minister

“The health system has completely collapsed, the Gaza Strip has run out of drugs for cancer, diabetes, and kidney failure, and there is an acute shortage of medical supplies.”

GAZA STRIP IN RUINS
October 25, 2023

Lagos shuts Alade Market for flouting environmental laws

The Lagos government has shut down Alade Market in the Onigbongbo local council area of Ikeja for flouting environmental laws.

Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu
October 25, 2023

Scientists uncover how cancer cells resist common chemotherapy

Scientists from the University of New South Wales and the University of Technology Sydney have revealed how cancer cells circumvent a common cancer therapy.

CHEMOTHERAPY (crredit: medical news today)
October 25, 2023

Tinubu planning to rid Nigeria of fake doctors, nurses: Minister Sununu

“I want to tell you that this issue of ridding the health profession of quackery is on the agenda of President Bola Tinubu. Laws are not there to serve as a deterrent.”

October 25, 2023

Governor vows to sanction people discouraging Enugu residents from receiving vaccination

The Enugu government says it will deal decisively with individuals or groups found discouraging residents from accepting vaccinations.

CHILDREN GETTING JAB
October 24, 2023

Nigeria begins vaccination of 7.7 million girls against cervical cancer

According to the statement, over 16 million girls in Nigeria alone could be protected with the injections by 2025.

Cervical cancer (credit: Health Central)
October 24, 2023

NMA says insecurity deprives Nigerians access to quality healthcare

“Some of the activities marking the week include a Scientific Conference, discussions on medical doctors’ welfare, courtesy visits, and Young Doctors’ Day,” he said.

Nigerian Medical Association
October 24, 2023

Commissioner blames pregnant woman’s death in Cross River hospital on understaffing

“The state government is also looking at recalling some of the retired doctors who are still strong enough to work in the state’s health sector on a contract basis.”

Pregnant Women