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Health

February 26, 2026

Kaduna moves against neglected tropical diseases 

Ms Kane urged government to expand the training of surgeons to reduce travel distances for patients.

Kaduna State
February 26, 2026

California leads 15-state lawsuit over federal childhood vaccine policy

California attorney general Rob Bonta announced the legal action, warning that the new guidance could increase disease transmission and drive up Medicaid costs.

Babies Credit: istock
February 26, 2026

Contamination: NAFDAC announces recall of Aptamil, Follow-on milks

NAFDAC issued the alert on X on Wednesday to notify healthcare professionals, caregivers, relevant stakeholders, and the public.

Aptamil, Follow-on milks
February 25, 2026

MMS recommended for FCT pregnant women to combat anaemia

Pregnant women at the facility lauded MMS for improving their health.

Pregnant Women
February 25, 2026

South Korea’s fertility rate rises to four-year high

South Korea’s total fertility rate rose to a four-year high in 2025, supported by continued growth in the number of births, government data showed on Wednesday.

babies
February 24, 2026

Gov. Idris promises loans, houses, cars for Kebbi teachers

The governor said, “The government of Kebbi will continue to look into the plights of our teachers.” Nasir Idris.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris
February 24, 2026

UAE introduces new mechanism to end medicine monopolies

The country said the measures to prevent monopolies and strengthen drug security.

UAE
February 24, 2026

Australian study links head injuries to long-term brain changes

Preliminary findings from an Australian study suggest that traumatic brain injuries, including concussions, may lead to lasting changes in the brain.

Head injury
February 24, 2026

New measles cases detected in New Zealand

Two new measles cases linked to overseas travel have been confirmed in Auckland, three weeks after New Zealand declared a previous outbreak.

Hospital in Auckland
February 24, 2026

96% measles-rubella vaccination coverage achieved in Abia: Commissioner

The Abia government says it achieved 96 per cent coverage in the just-concluded measles-rubella vaccination campaign.

Children getting measles-rubella jabs in Abia