Category: Health
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SOLAR HYBRID MINI-GRID LIGHTS UP NATIONAL ORTHOPAEDIC HOSPITAL DALA, KANO, BOOSTING MEDICAL SERVICES
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has inaugurated a 1.5-megawatt solar hybrid mini-grid at the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Dala, Kano, enhancing reliable and affordable power for critical medical operations. This milestone also included the presentation of a 1.5 Tesla Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machine donated by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). REA Managing Director…
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NIGERIA WARNS YOUTH AGAINST DANGEROUS ‘BLUETOOTHING’ DRUG PRACTICE
The Ogun State Government has issued a strong warning to young people about the deadly practice known as “bluetoothing,” where users inject themselves with the blood of others who have used drugs in an attempt to get high. Dr. Kehinde Fatungase, Executive Secretary of the Ogun State Agency for the Control of AIDS (OGSACA), explained…
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END TB STIGMA NOW: EXPERTS URGE ACTION AS NIGERIA’S TB BURDEN RISES
Experts have raised alarms over Nigeria’s growing tuberculosis (TB) epidemic, calling for urgent, coordinated efforts to end stigma and boost funding. Despite free TB treatment nationwide, stigma and delayed health-seeking hinder progress, fueling transmission and threatening Nigeria’s health goals. Mayowa Joel, Executive Secretary of Stop TB Partnership Nigeria, described the situation as alarming, with about…
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WHO PRAISES NIGERIA’S RENEWED FOCUS ON UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE
The World Health Organization (WHO) has applauded Nigeria’s reinforced dedication to Universal Health Coverage (UHC), sustainable health financing, and workforce development as game-changers for strengthening the nation’s health system. Dr. Pavel Usu, WHO’s Representative in Nigeria, made the remarks during the 66th National Council on Health (NCH) opening in Calabar, highlighting the timely theme: “My…
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EARLY HARMATTAN SKINCARE ALERT: DOCTOR URGES NIGERIANS TO PROTECT THEIR SKIN
Dr. Zainab Mu’azu, a public health doctor at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, is urging Nigerians especially those in the north to start taking early precautions for their skin as the harmattan season sets in. This dry, cold season can cause skin dryness, cracking, itching, and other dehydration issues if not properly…
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DIGITAL HEALTH & FINANCE TAKE CENTER STAGE IN NIGERIA’S PUSH FOR UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE
The Federal Government announced major strides in digital health and health financing as key parts of its plan to fast-track Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Nigeria. Speaking at the 66th National Council on Health in Calabar, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, shared exciting updates including 7.2 million Nigerians now…
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NMA SOUTH-WEST BACKS NARD DOCTORS ON STRIKE
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) South-West Caucus has thrown its weight behind the nationwide strike by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), demanding better welfare and improved working conditions for doctors. In a joint statement signed by Dr. Adeniyi Fasanu and Dr. Akinluyi, the Chairman and Secretary of the Caucus, they expressed full support…
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JOHESU AT UCH IBADAN BEGINS INDEFINITE STRIKE AS RESIDENT DOCTORS HIT 17 DAYS
The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) at University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan launched an indefinite strike on Monday, deepening the ongoing crisis as resident doctors’ strike reaches its 17th day. Aside from the main gate, all other entrances to UCH were shut and guarded by JOHESU members. JOHESU, which includes unions like the Nigerian…
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VIETNAM PROPOSES WAIVING HOSPITAL FEES FOR NEAR-POOR AND ELDERLY FROM 2027
The Vietnamese government has put forward a proposal to the National Assembly to waive hospital fees for near-poor households and seniors aged over 75, starting in 2027. This move aims to ease healthcare costs for vulnerable groups. Health Minister Dao Hong Lan revealed the plan during the ongoing 15th National Assembly session on Monday. Additionally,…
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GAVI ANNOUNCES HUGE MILESTONE: OVER ONE MILLION CERVICAL CANCER DEATHS AVERTED IN LOWER-INCOME COUNTRIES
The Vaccine Alliance, Gavi, has revealed that more than one million cervical cancer deaths have been prevented in lower-income countries thanks to a massive scale-up of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. This breakthrough was announced on the first World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day. An estimated 86 million girls are now shielded from cervical cancer, the…
