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Public health professionals stress the necessity of coordinated actions to combat cholera, such as promoting knowledge on water cleanliness, maintaining sanitary environments, and practicing good hand hygiene. Additionally, they underscore the significance of access to safe drinking water, hygienic toilets, and appropriate waste management practices.
Nigeria Battles Cholera Outbreak in 30 States Read More »
Medical cases such as malaria and fibroid surgeries will be attended to during the outreach. According to Dr. George Uzonwanne, Director of Education, Health and Social Services, the team aims to treat between 3,000 to 3,500 patients, resulting in 12,000 to 15,000 data points, considering that one patient may have multiple interventions.
Prof. Oyewale Tomori, a distinguished Nigerian virologist, has expressed concern over Nigeria’s continuous exclusion from the position of Regional Director for the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region. Despite having highly qualified candidates, Nigeria has never held this influential position, which Tomori attributes to a lack of governmental support, particularly from the Coordinating Ministry of
Following the outbreak of cholera in Lagos, the state government has activated its Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC) at Mainland Hospital, Yaba, to address the increasing number of severe gastroenteritis cases across multiple local government areas. According to the state Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, the laboratory investigation and test results have confirmed
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A new law in Kano State has sparked mixed reactions. The Kano Mandatory Premarital Law requires intending couples to undergo premarital medical screening before tying the knot. Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf signed the law, aiming to promote healthier marriages and the birth of healthy children in the state. Under the new legislation, couples must present
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The Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APIN) has raised an alarm over the acute shortage of psychiatrists in the country, with less than 250 specialists available to cater to the mental health needs of over 216 million Nigerians. This falls far short of the recommended ratio of one psychiatrist to 10,000 population, which would require
Nigeria Faces Severe Shortage of Psychiatrists, Says Association Read More »
Nollywood actress and producer Ruth Kadiri has expressed concern over the unavailability of immunization vaccines in Nigerian hospitals. She revealed that her daughter has not received vaccination for over a year due to the shortage, and many mothers are facing the same challenge nationwide. Kadiri took to her Instagram page to appeal to the federal
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The association condemned the violent assaults and kidnapping of healthcare workers, urging governments to ensure their safe release. Additionally, the NMA expressed worry about the alarming rates of kidnapping, banditry, armed robbery, and killing of innocent citizens, causing palpable fears among citizens.
Nigeria Medical Association Reiterates Stance Against Euthanasia, ‘Mercy Killing’ Read More »
Scent leaves are also known as Nigerian basil or African basil. They are called Efinrin in Yoruba, Nchuanwu in Igbo and Daidoya in Hausa. They are a leafy herb native to Africa, and are widely used in West African recipes because of their unique flavor and aroma. But besides their culinary applications, scent leaves are
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Massachusetts General said in a statement, “Mr Slayman will always be seen as a beacon of hope to countless transplant patients worldwide and we are deeply grateful for his trust and willingness to advance the field of xenotransplantation
Man Undergoes A Kidney Transplant With Pig’s Kidney Read More »