The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has called on state governments to strengthen…
Category: HEALTH
Mpox: 12 Cases Confirmed in Ondo as Vaccination Campaign Begins
At least 12 cases of mpox have been confirmed across eight Local Government Areas in Ondo…
BBNaija: Sabrina Withdraws From Show For Medical Reasons
In an unexpected development, Big Brother Naija (BBN) Season 10 housemate, Sabrina, has announced her exit…
BEDC Chief Commends Appointment of UBTH’s First Female CMD
The Benin Electricity Distribution Company Plc (BEDC) has commended the Federal Government for appointing Prof. Idia…
West Africa Expands Research on Lassa Fever and Malaria Co-Infection
The ENABLE 1.5 Lassa Research Programme is underway across West Africa to close critical knowledge gaps…
Medical Professionals Urge Moderation Of Cold Beverages For Over-40s
Medical and nutrition specialists have urged adults aged 40 and above to moderate their consumption of…
Investing in Our Future: The Urgent Need to Support Breastfeeding Mothers
Breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure a baby’s health, development, and survival.…
UNICEF, Katsina Government Launch SMART Survey to Gather Accurate Data in Fight Against Malnutrition
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with the Katsina State Government, has commenced a…
Lassa Fever’s Grip Tightens: Nigeria’s Death Toll Reaches 155 with 11 New Cases
Between January 1 and July 20, 2025, Nigeria's Lassa fever outbreak has resulted in 822 confirmed…
Sexual and Reproductive Health Education: Who Is Responsible?
In many households across Nigeria, conversations about sex and reproductive health remain largely off-limits due to…