Category: Health
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NBMA WARNS NIGERIANS ON EBOLA AND BIOSECURITY THREATS
Vigilance and hygiene are key to protecting Nigeria from deadly infectious diseases. NBMA Director-General Dr. Agnes Asagbra warns of Ebola’s high fatality risk amid recent biosecurity threats including Lassa fever and avian influenza. She urges Nigerians to report symptoms quickly, practice hand hygiene, avoid contact with wild animals, and rely on verified info. Community leaders…
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NHIA LAUNCHES NEONATAL CARE PROGRAMME IN KANO TO REDUCE MATERNAL AND NEWBORN DEATHS
Expanding lifesaving care from pregnancy to newborn survival with innovative pilot in Kano. The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) unveiled the neonatal component of its Comprehensive Emergency Obstetrics and Neonatal Care (CEmONC) at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital. Building on maternal care success, this pilot targets birth asphyxia, sepsis, jaundice, and emergencies, with four hospitals involved.…
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CRISPR GENE EDITING BREAKTHROUGH BRINGS NEW HOPE FOR HIV CURE
Cutting-edge technology targets and removes hidden HIV virus, paving way for potential cure. Scientists have used CRISPR to edit out HIV’s DNA from immune cells, tackling latent viral reservoirs that current treatments can’t reach. Early lab and human trials show promise in transforming HIV from a chronic condition to a curable disease, offering new hope…
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RESIDENT DOCTORS IN ABUJA BEGIN INDEFINITE STRIKE OVER UNMET DEMANDS
Doctors demand overdue salaries and hospital upgrades amid FCT health system neglect. Resident doctors in Abuja, led by ARD-FCTA President Dr. George Ebong, started an indefinite strike after the FCT government failed to address long-standing financial and operational issues. Key demands include unpaid salaries, recruitment commitments, hospital renovations, and hazard allowance arrears. The strike highlights…
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NIGERIA’S ECONOMIC CRISIS FUELS MENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY AND SUICIDE RISK
Rising poverty, unemployment, and inflation push many Nigerians to the brink, urging urgent mental health and legal reforms. Nigeria’s worsening economy is deeply impacting mental health, with rising suicide and depression rates. Experts say economic hardship, poverty, and poor living conditions drive frustration and despair, especially among youth. They call for decriminalizing suicide attempts, improving…
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ECOWAS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE UNITES 800+ EXPERTS TO FIGHT LASSA FEVER
West Africa strengthens regional collaboration and vaccine research to tackle deadly disease. Over 800 health experts from 32 countries gathered in Abidjan for the 2nd ECOWAS International Conference on Lassa Fever, emphasizing regional cooperation, enhanced research, and preparedness. WAHO’s Dr. Melchior Aïssi and CEPI’s Dr. Katrin Ramsauer highlighted the critical role of shared intelligence and…
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FCT REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO ADVANCE PAEDIATRIC SURGICAL CARE
Minister vows to tackle shortages and boost child health through innovation and collaboration. Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, Minister of State for FCT, at the 24th AGM of the Association of Paediatric Surgeons of Nigeria (Abuja Chapter), highlighted challenges like infrastructure gaps and limited specialists in paediatric surgery. She pledged stronger partnerships, improved training, and tech-driven solutions…
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CHINA LAUNCHES DOMESTIC NINE-VALENT HPV VACCINE TO EXPAND CERVICAL CANCER PROTECTION
New vaccine rollout aims to protect millions of women aged 9-45 against HPV-related cancers. China began administering its homegrown nine-valent HPV vaccine in Xiamen, targeting females aged 9 to 45 for enhanced cervical cancer prevention. Two doses are required for ages 9-17, and three for adults up to 45. Cervical cancer, linked to HPV, affects…
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OBESITY OVERTAKES UNDERWEIGHT AS TOP MALNUTRITION AMONG CHILDREN GLOBALLY
For the first time, more children suffer from obesity than being underweight, raising health alarms worldwide. UNICEF reveals 1 in 10 children aged 5-19—about 188 million—are obese, tripling since 2000. This surge outpaces underweight rates except in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Ultra-processed foods dominate diets, driven by aggressive marketing targeting kids. Obesity increases risks…
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UNITING VOICES TO CRUSH HIV STIGMA AND BOOST FUNDING
At Abuja’s Stakeholders Dialogue, leaders and advocates teamed up to push for stronger HIV financing and anti-discrimination laws — because ending stigma starts with action. From left: Steve Aborisade (AHF Advocacy & Marketing Manager), Diana Tibesigwa (AHF Regional Advocacy Manager), Deborah Ikeh (TB Caucus Director), and Echey Ijezie (AHF Nigeria Country Director) spark vital discussions…
