Tag: #PublicHealth
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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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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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PROFESSOR SEES HOPE FOR SINGLE LASSA FEVER VACCINE AMID SIMILAR VIRUS STRAINS IN WEST AFRICA
Research reveals close similarity among Lassa virus strains, boosting vaccine development prospects for Nigeria and beyond. Prof. Alash’le Abimiku of the IRCE says studies show minor variations but overall similarity in Lassa virus strains across Nigeria, offering promise for a unified vaccine to combat the disease in West Africa. With over 857 confirmed cases and…
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KWARA ASSEMBLY SOUNDS ALARM ON DANGEROUS SKIN PRODUCTS, CALLS FOR TOUGHER REGULATION
Unregulated cosmetics threaten public health—Kwara lawmakers demand urgent action and stricter oversight. Kwara State House of Assembly raised concerns over harmful cosmetics containing mercury and steroids widely sold without approval, warning of serious health risks. Speaker Yakubu Danladi urged NAFDAC and SON to step up monitoring, while lawmakers condemned social media influencers for promoting unsafe…
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FG PUSHES TO INTEGRATE TRADITIONAL MEDICINE INTO NATIONAL HEALTHCARE
Nigeria steps up efforts to validate and mainstream traditional medicine for safer, effective healthcare. Minister Dr. Iziaq Salako announced bold initiatives to build evidence and regulation for traditional medicine in Nigeria, unveiling strategic policy documents and promoting collaboration with global partners. With over 200 medicinal plants documented and agencies boosting research and standards, the government…
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FCT RESIDENTS CALL FOR REINTRODUCTION OF PERIODIC SANITATION EXERCISE TO BOOST CLEANLINESS AND HEALTH
Residents of the Federal Capital Territory are urging the government to bring back the monthly sanitation exercise to tackle environmental pollution and hygiene challenges. They believe regular community cleaning would improve public health, reduce diseases, and foster shared responsibility for a cleaner environment. While some warn of potential participation issues and disruptions, community leaders stress…
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AIRCRAFT TOILET WASTE COULD SIGNAL GLOBAL SPREAD OF SUPERBUGS, STUDY FINDS
Australian-led research reveals that wastewater from international flights can detect antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) superbugs before they spread widely. Analyzing sewage from 44 flights arriving in Australia, scientists found high-priority pathogens and antibiotic resistance genes, especially on flights from Asia. The study, led by CSIRO, highlights aircraft wastewater as a non-invasive, cost-effective early warning tool for tracking…
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YOLA FLOOD VICTIMS CALL ON FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO INVESTIGATE MINING
Victims of the devastating July 28 flood inYola, Adamawa, which killed 23 and affected about 4,000 households, are urging the Federal Government to launch an independent probe into a local mining company’s dam for allegedly releasing excess water that worsened the disaster. They claim state officials cleared the company despite video evidence showing water rushing…
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NAFDAC SEIZES OVER 10,000 CARTONS OF UNREGISTERED TOMATO PASTE AND COSMETICS IN LAGOS RAID
NAFDAC’s Investigation and Enforcement team has confiscated 10,000+ cartons of unregistered tomato paste and various cosmetics at Lagos Trade Fair Market, aiming to protect Nigerians from harmful, unregulated products. Dr. Martins Iluyomade stressed that these items pose serious health risks, with deaths from substandard goods surpassing even those caused by Boko Haram. The agency is…
