Sunday, October 4, 2026

Health

September 23, 2026

Ghana: Mahama urges developing countries against dependency on foreign health aid

Mr Mahama stated this while launching the ‘Sovereign Future’ report, which aims to reshape global health governance and foster self-reliance across the Global South.

John Mahama
September 23, 2026

NCDC tightens Ebola surveillance in Nigeria

NCDC says travellers from countries with active or relevant Ebola transmission may need Health Declaration Forms under enhanced surveillance measures.

Jide Idris
September 22, 2026

UK women, partners to get two weeks’ bereavement leave after miscarriage from next year

“From April, women and their partners will be entitled to two weeks off after any pregnancy loss,” Mr Burnham said.

Andy Burnham
September 22, 2026

Allied ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌⁠‌‌⁠⁠‍‌health workers suspend strike at UCH for two weeks

“The suspension takes effect from Tuesday, September 22, 2026, following an intervention by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (FMOHSW),” Mr Olabampe said.

University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan
September 22, 2026

NCDC records over 1,000 Lassa fever cases

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention says Nigeria recorded 1,086 confirmed Lassa fever cases and 259 deaths across 24 states and 118 council areas in 2026.

Lassa fever infected patient
September 22, 2026

Crown Medical Solutions, owners reach agreement with U.S. govt over fraudulent billing scheme

Crown and its owners, Michelle and Philanzo King, have agreed to pay $825,000 to resolve allegations of submitting false claims to Medicare for payment.

Michelle and Philanzo King
September 21, 2026

Ebola ‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‌⁠‌‌‌vaccine trial begins in DR Congo

The trial is aimed at improving understanding of how effective the vaccine is against the Ebola Bundibugyo virus.

Ervebo vaccine
September 20, 2026

Sultan Foundation trains 200 mobilisers, targets 80,000 zero-dose children for immunisation in Zamfara

The project is being funded by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, supported by Mannion Daniels.

Polio immunisation
September 20, 2026

PSN urges FG to strengthen drug regulation, distribution system

Ms Bello also urged Nigerians to obtain medicines from licensed pharmacies rather than open markets and unlicensed drug sellers.

Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria
September 20, 2026

Group urges voluntary blood donation in Kano

Ms Tofa said the blood drive, sustained for 13 years, was part of efforts to address blood shortages.

Map of Kano State