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Health

August 17, 2023

UNICEF asks government to prioritise human development, address health crises

UNICEF urges the government at all levels in the country to prioritise human development to address some health challenges.

Lu Wei Pearson; Egemba Chinonso and Bamike Olawumi
August 17, 2023

NPHCDA working to stop transmission of polio variant by December: Official

The last case of wild poliovirus was detected in Nigeria in 2016.

Children suffering from polio used to illustrate the story
August 17, 2023

UNICEF asks Kano government to prioritise preventing malnutrition in children

The Kano government said it “is looking into elongating maternity leave for breastfeeding mothers from three months to six months.”

Children in Borno
August 14, 2023

Plateau confirmed over 2,000 tuberculosis cases in six months: Official

Mr Dimang said the positive cases were detected from hospitals and outreaches conducted in the state.

Tuberculosis patient
August 13, 2023

Gov. Yusuf inaugurates upgraded Kano paediatric hospital

The governor reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to accord priority to the health sector for the health and well-being of the people.

Governor Abba Yusuf
August 13, 2023

FCT residents decry usage of wheelbarrows, motorcycles in transporting meat

Those who spoke with journalists said using wheelbarrows, motorcycles, and rickety vehicles to transport meat posed serious health challenges.

Meat used to illustrate the story
August 13, 2023

Ondo govt. advises residents on regular hepatitis test

According to Mr Faduyile, testing is important in finding the millions of people unaware they have the infection and can prevent it among newborns.

Hepatitis test (Credit: National Today)
August 12, 2023

NMA threatens national action over abducted Cross River doctor

According to her family, the NMA in Cross River, in the last 25 days, has not received any response or proof that the doctor is alive.

Doctors (Photo credit: Guardian)
August 12, 2023

Kaduna govt. urges LG chairs to commit funds for health insurance

The deputy governor emphasised that a healthy population is central to building strong human capital for sustainable development.

Kaduna deputy governor Hadiza Balarabe
August 11, 2023

Resident doctors suspend nationwide strike

According to him, a review will be made in two weeks.

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