Sunday, November 1, 2026

Health

October 26, 2021

Nurse on trial in Germany for killing 4 disabled persons

The 52-year-old woman said she had suffered from illnesses and severe anxiety as a child.

October 26, 2021

U.S. rejects plan to donate expiring unused COVID-19 vaccines overseas

There are reports that some health stakeholders want the leftover vaccines to be donated to other countries in need.

COVID-19 vaccine
October 26, 2021

NYSC to administer COVID-19 vaccines on corps members in camps

NYSC said the FG’s directive that civil servants must be vaccinated from December 1, also “apply to corps members”.

NYSC Corp members used to illustrate the story.
October 25, 2021

Four new polio cases recorded in Adamawa: Official

Although Nigeria was certified a wild polio-free nation on August 25, 2020, some state’s have recently recorded new cases.

Children suffering from polio used to illustrate the story
October 25, 2021

NLC rejects FG’s compulsory COVID-19 vaccination policy

Instead of the use of force, the union wants government to persuade and convince workers to take the vaccine.

NLC President Ayuba Wabba and Coronavirus used to illustrate the story
October 24, 2021

NCDC records one death, additional 159 infections

According to the NCDC data, Nigeria’s fatality toll from the virus now stands at 2,856 as of October 23.

Coronavirus used to illustrate the story.
October 24, 2021

Insecurity, restrictions hinder healthcare delivery in Nigeria: Red Cross

The organisation said violence and restrictions were compromising Nigeria’s healthcare system and harming the sick and wounded.

October 23, 2021

Breast Cancer Month: Physician advocates regular check-ups for Nigerians

He encouraged women to visit healthcare facilities for proper guidance on breast examination.

Cancer symbol used to illustrate the story
October 23, 2021

Buhari tasks Nigerian varsities to produce COVID-19 vaccine

The president said “nothing less” was expected from the Nigerian university system.

October 23, 2021

NBSC promises improved regulation of blood services nationwide

The NBC is a government agency legally mandated to give patients access to safe blood in sufficient quantities.