The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) recently reported rising cases of suspected cerebrospinal meningitis (CSM) cases across the country.
Read MoreThe National Orientation Agency (NOA) has broadened its focus on illicit drug use and the de-stigmatisation of mental health failure, especially among youth and vulnerable communities
Read MoreThe National Orientation Agency (NOA) has reiterated its call on Nigerians to take decisive and sustained action against malaria. The call was made on Friday at the 2025 World Malaria Day, themed ‘Malaria Ends with Us: Reinvest, Reimagine, Reignite’. The
Read MorePrivate Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria (PSHAN) has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Anchoria Asset Management (AAM) to provide lifesaving cancer screenings and education to underserved communities, especially Alimosho and Ikorodu local councils in Lagos.
Read MoreThe Katsina State Government has entered into a partnership with EHA Clinics to improve access to quality and affordable healthcare across the state. EHA Clinics disclosed this in a statement on Thursday following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding
Read MoreDr Rita Jabin, founder of Riz Herbal Farms, is reviving African herbal traditions with scientifically formulated remedies to address chronic
Read MoreType 2 diabetes is a global health concern, especially in low- and middle-income countries, where its prevalence is rapidly increasing. In Nigeria, its pooled prevalence is estimated to be around 7.0%, nearly double the 2019 International Diabetes Federation estimate of
Read MoreOnce considered a disease of ageing men, prostate cancer is increasingly affecting younger Nigerians, with recent cases involving patients in their twenties.
Read MoreA new study has found that older adults who frequently experience insomnia symptoms or use sleep medications are at a significantly higher risk of developing disabilities that affect their daily activities.
Read MoreResidents of Gbelebu community in Ovia South-West local council of Edo State and its environs have benefited from free medical care services. The services, promoted by the Aaron Ponuwei Ebelo Foundation
Read MoreDownload Here: Many Nigerians suffer repeated malaria attacks despite taking anti-malaria medication, raising concerns about the effectiveness of treatments. Despite access to drugs and preventive measures, Nigeria still led the world in malaria deaths, accounting for 27% globally in 2023. NIGERIA DAILY: How Street Vendors Can Grow Through Tech THE BEARING: Why Marriages Of Yesteryears […]
Read MoreWhen Mrs Olajide Saviour, 36, and her family members circumcised her first son, they thought they were carrying out a normal and routine cultural practice for male children in most parts of Nigeria. However, two hours later, the eight-day-old baby continued to bleed profusely. He was rushed to the hospital, transfused with blood and the […]
Read MoreBy Sylvester Ojenagbon Chronic kidney disease is a significant public health concern in Nigeria. Studies show its prevalence is high, with some reports suggesting that up to 26% of individuals in some regions of the country may have it. This is further reinforced by the fact that end-stage renal disease, commonly referred to as kidney […]
Read MoreThe National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), has directed all its stakeholders on steps to reduce delays in accessing healthcare services for enrollees. A statement from the agency signed by the Acting Director, Media and Public Relations, Emmanuel Ononokpono, said the directives became imperative in view of notable delays in authorisation of treatment and issuance of […]
Read MoreExperts have called for collaborative efforts from government and other stakeholders towards tackling the low awareness about colorectal cancer in Nigeria and other African countries. They made the call y in Abuja during the 5th annual colorectal cancer in Africa awareness workshop hosted by National Hospital Abuja and Asokoro District Hospital. An internationally recognised gastroenterologist, […]
Read MoreResearch based on data from nearly half a million British adults found those who regularly added salt were nearly 40 per cent more likely to develop the conditions than those who never or rarely did. Suggestions for why it could have such an effect range from salt accelerating biological ageing and raising the risk of […]
Read MoreThe dearth of medical expertise, treatment facilities and requisite diagnostic equipment to accurately diagnose lung cancer at the early stages, and effectively manage is fueling death among people suffering from the disease, Daily Trust investigations have shown. Daily Trust reports that the disease is silently killing many Nigerians because it is often misdiagnosed or diagnosed […]
Read MoreExperts and advocates have called for urgent policy reforms and a cultural shift to improve the diagnosis, education and inclusion of autistic individuals in Africa. Speaking at the Autism and Culture: Awareness and Acceptance conference organized by the Bethel Xafe Autism Foundation, they emphasised the need to challenge deeply rooted misconceptions that prevent early intervention […]
Read MoreAn ultramodern trauma centre known as Sulaiman Adebola Adegunwa Trauma Centre has been opened at the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH) in Sagamu Ogun State to reduce mortality rate from accidents on the ever busy Lagos-Ibadan expressway and Benin-Sagamu expressway in Ogun State. The two highways are some of the busy highways in Nigeria […]
Read MoreSome experts have called on governments to increase efforts towards addressing barriers to gender equality and access to health, 30 years after Beijing and other commitments. In a lead up to World Health Day commemoration , they said there are still critical gaps in the delivery of gender equality and human right to health across […]
Read MoreAs Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark this year’s World Health Day, women and their families as well as medical experts and advocates have called for increased efforts towards ending the country’s high maternal and child mortality rates. Nigeria still has one of the highest Maternal Mortality Rates (MMR) in the world, […]
Read MoreDr Yemi Atibioke, a clinical psychologist and public health expert, in this interview, speaks on a condition some parents suffer from after having a baby, the many wrong beliefs about postnatal depression, also called postpartum depression, and the need for people to pay attention to their mental health as well as ways to manage the […]
Read MoreResidents of Bayelsa State heaved a sigh of relief as the World Health Organisation (WHO) recently commenced mass vaccination against cholera. Several communities in the state had been recently ravaged by cholera allegedly due to unavailability of potable water, thereby forcing residents to drink from polluted river sources. The most cholera-affected communities in Bayelsa State […]
Read More– Thanks to groundbreaking operation! Thousands of men with prostate cancer are set to benefit from a pioneering surgical technique that slashes the risk of one of the most common and feared complications. The news comes after a major study published today in the Lancet found that the technique slashed rates of erectile dysfunction for […]
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Read MoreTribune Online Ekiti vaccinates over 266,429 girls against HPV
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Read MoreThe World Health Organisation (WHO) has advised against imposing travel or trade restrictions in response to the recent outbreaks of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in various parts of the world. The organization also recommended preventative measures such as mask-wearing in crowded or poorly ventilated environments and frequent hand-washing to reduce the spread of the virus. HMPV […]
Read MoreThe Federal Government has issued a health advisory on the emergence of a new COVID-19 variant, XEC, urging health institutions across the country to activate heightened alert systems. Naija News reports that this call comes in response to the variant’s rapid spread, having been detected in 29 countries after its initial discovery in Australia. The […]
Read MoreHuman papillomavirus (HPV) infections has been ranked as one of the most common viral agents of sexually transmitted infections worldwide. According to Mayo Clinic, HPV infection is a viral infection that commonly causes skin or mucous membrane growths (warts). Some types of HPV infection cause warts, and some can cause different types of cancer. According […]
Read MoreThe National Executive Council (NEC) of the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to address long-standing issues, including discrimination against its members. The association warned that if their demands remain unmet, they will be forced to halt services nationwide. This warning was delivered in a statement following MDCAN’s […]
Read MoreElon Musk’s brain-chip startup, Neuralink, has received the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) “Breakthrough Device” designation for its experimental brain implant, Blindsight. Naija News reports that this approval marks a significant step forward in the company’s mission to restore vision in individuals suffering from complete or partial blindness, including those with non-functional optic nerves. […]
Read MoreThe vaping industry has long been a subject of controversy, with debates raging over its impact on public health, youth access, and the environment. As regulations tighten and public scrutiny intensifies, one market segment has come under particularly intense fire: disposable vapes. Once seen as a convenient entry point for smokers seeking a less harmful […]
Read MoreTHC gummies, a popular form of edible cannabis, have become increasingly common as more people explore the benefits and effects of cannabis. These gummies contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound in cannabis that produces the “high.” While they offer a convenient and often discreet way to consume cannabis, the long-term health effects of regular use […]
Read MoreThe Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) announced on Thursday that the country has recorded 39 confirmed cases of mpox across 33 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in 2024, with no fatalities reported. The Director General of NCDC, Dr. Jide Idris, revealed this during a press conference in Abuja, where he […]
Read MoreThe European Union has announced the donation of 215,000 doses of vaccines to Africa in a significant effort to curb the ongoing Mpox outbreak on the continent. According to a statement released on Wednesday, the EU revealed that the donation includes 175,420 doses of the Modified Vaccinia Ankara-Bavarian Nordic (MVA-BN) vaccine, with an additional 40,000 […]
Read MoreGavi, a vaccine research company, has disclosed that newborn babies in Nigeria have antibiotic-resistant bacteria from birth. Gavi said mothers and babies younger than one week already have Colistin-resistant bacteria present in their bodies. The report said neither the mother nor the babies had been treated with Colistin. The vaccine research company stated that its […]
Read MoreThe Africa Centre for Disease Control (Africa CDC) declared a public health emergency on Tuesday in response to the escalating Mpox outbreak across the continent, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The outbreak has surged in several African nations, with the DRC being hit the hardest. A new strain of the virus, first […]
Read MoreThe African continent is on the verge of declaring a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security as the Mpox (Monkeypox) outbreak continues to proliferate across numerous nations. The Director General of the Africa Centre for Disease Control, Dr Jean Kaseya, hinted at this during a webinar held on Thursday while addressing the Mpox outbreak situation […]
Read MoreDoctors in Ogun State, under the umbrella of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA), have embarked on an indefinite strike over salary disparity between federal and state medical workers. Chairman of the Ogun State chapter of NMA, Dr Azeem Ashimi, said the state doctors resolved to embark on an indefinite strike as the state government failed […]
Read MoreThe federal government has sought collaboration of local government leaders for efficient delivery of primary healthcare across the country. The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate, said the federal government takes the role of local governments crucial in achieving national health coverage. Ali Pate said this on Tuesday in a meeting with […]
Read MoreAnxiety is a prevalent mental health issue that affects millions of people worldwide. Traditional treatments often include medications like benzodiazepines and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which can have various side effects and may not be effective for everyone. In recent years, cannabis has emerged as a potential alternative for managing anxiety, particularly with the […]
Read MoreThe federal government on Thursday said corruption has been affecting efforts made to ensure efficient primary healthcare delivery in the country. The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate said this on Thursday, in an opening address at “Engendering Corruption-Free Primary Health Care Delivery” conference, in Abuja. Speaking at the conference organized by […]
Read MoreThe federal government has said it was committed to ensuring all Nigerian children are fully immunized and ensuring no child lacks access to immunization. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, said this on Monday at the inaugural Quarterly Performance Dialogue between the Federal Government, 36 State Governments, and all key stakeholders […]
Read MoreThe Federal government has sought private sector support to the tune of ₦39 billion to help in its effort in the fight against Tuberculosis. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate, said this in Lagos, at the launch of the Private Sector Strategy to End Tuberculosis in Nigeria”, organized by Stop TB […]
Read MoreFormer presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has called for more investment in training of nurses by governments. Peter Obi said with experts warning on the rising scarcity of nurses more investment should be made by federal and state governments to ensure more nurses are trained. Obi said Nigeria can export human capital […]
Read MoreThe federal government on Wednesday commissioned Sustainable Development Multipurpose Hospital in line with its commitment to actualizing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on health for all citizens. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs, Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, who commissioned the Sustainable Development Multipurpose Hospital at Ugwunagbo, said the federal government is committed to […]
Read MoreFormer Governor of Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu, has called on the federal government to adopt geriatric outreach programmes to elevate the health status of the citizens. Okezie Ikpeazu made the call on Wednesday in his health series write-up on how to address health issues facing the nation. He said geriatric outreach programme, which involve incentivizing […]
Read MoreDirector-General of the National Agency For Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, has said at no time in her six years as DG did she feel relieved like Tinubu’s administration. Professor Adeyeye said the perennial high cost of drugs caused by high cost of raw materials due to import duty on the […]
Read MoreAkwa-Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has launched a health insurance agency for the state workers and citizens. On Tuesday, Governor Umo also inaugurated a 15-member board for the health insurance agency. Speaking during the inauguration, Unmo said his administration is committed to quality health care of the citizens. He said the board would ensure that […]
Read MoreFormer presidential aide, Doyin Okupe, has commended President Bola Tinubu for signing an Executive Order that delisted drugs raw materials from being charged import duty. Okupe said the policy would help to lower the costs of drugs locally. He said it was a good one. The former Media Adviser to ex-president Olusegun Obasanjo said the […]
Read MoreMédecins Sans Frontières said it recorded 1,250 admissions of children suffering from hunger and malnutrition in its facility in Maiduguri, Borno State. MSF said the 1,250 children admitted in April, was 60 percent higher than the previous year 2023. Nigeria’s MSF Representative, Dr Simba Tirima, said the increasing number of admitted children suffering from hunger […]
Read MoreOn the 24th of April 2024, a tragic and unexpected accident led to the death of a four year old student of BrickHall Schools located in the Cadastral Zone B11, Kaura in Abuja. The child, identified as Miguel Ovoke was dropped off at school healthy and bubbling with life. Unfortunately when his parents saw him […]
Read MoreWhat are the benefits of Okra water? Many people have been asking this question recently, and a series of speculations and arguments have been raised about it due to curiosity. Naija News has observed that netizens have recently speculated on the benefits of okra and consumed the slippery extract. Okra: To know whether Okra water […]
Read MoreThe United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says it is critical to continue teaching girls and women about the harmful effects of female genital mutilation (FGM) as the globe observed the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Girl Genital Mutilation on February 6. According to UNICEF, daughters with educated moms were less likely to be cut […]
Read MoreGlucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) is a hormone of 30 amino acids produced in intestinal epithelial endocrine L-cells by differential processing of the proglucagon gene. The present state of knowledge on the processes responsible for post-translational processing and regulating proglucagon gene expression in the brain and the intestines is reviewed. The article delves into the molecular […]
Read MoreA new report by the World Health Organisation (WHO), has revealed that about 10.6 million people die every year from the excessive consumption of alcohol and sugary beverages. Naija News reports that to lower the number of people who die from alcohol consumption and other harmful habits, WHO advocated for higher levies on alcoholic beverages and […]
Read MoreNigerian youths are faced with many challenges ranging from social, political, cultural and health, which affect their productivity. However, health challenges need to be addressed in order not to result in nervous breakdown or death. One of the health conditions that need to be taken seriously by Nigerians is obesity, and it is a significant […]
Read MoreA Kano State tricycle rider who returned N19 million to its owner is considering marrying the four women offered to him as compensation by the Matchmaking Marriage Association, also known as Mai Dalilin Aure. Auwalu Salisu stirred reaction across the board when he found N19m, including some CFA currency, and returned it to the owner, […]
Read MoreAnnually, the first week of August is observed as World Breastfeeding Week, a global healthcare event held in hospitals and health centres to promote the importance of breastfeeding benefits to newborns and mothers. During the week, various international and local health organizations campaign, educate, defend, and support women’s rights to breastfeed their babies anytime and […]
Read MoreSurrounded by several myths and misconceptions, family planning has been in existence since the 16th century when women were admonished to space their children for a healthier and better lifestyle. No doubt, the concept of family planning has become a household name in the last decade due to several advocacy programmes and awareness creations. Family […]
Read MoreUsing herbal concoctions and mixtures have recently become a trend, as most Nigerians believe and trust them. The debate concerning the efficacy of traditional herbs and orthodox medicines has been ongoing for decades, especially in this part of the world. In Nigeria, even though the healthcare system, with its loads of challenges, has evolved, most […]
Read MoreDrug abuse refers to the harmful or hazardous use of illicit drugs for the purpose of creating pleasurable effects on the brain. However, drugs are used for beneficent therapeutic purposes and effective substances for good health, but people, especially youths, are abusing and using them illegally. Thus, it becomes harmful to the body. The growing […]
Read More“Good health is not something we can buy. However, it can be an extremely valuable savings account”, “Health is Wealth” and “The first wealth is health.” These health quotes say a lot about the importance of good health and the need to avoid or fight bad health. It is silent but deadly. It is common […]
Read MoreThe government of the United States has disclosed that 29,936 persons are living with HIV/AIDS in Osun State. The US government through the Consul General, Will Stevens, made the disclosure as he called for intensified efforts in the fight against the virus in the state. Stevens while decrying the number of persons living with HIV […]
Read MoreMeditation is a powerful practice that has been around for thousands of years. It has become increasingly popular recently due to its ability to reduce stress, increase happiness, and improve overall well-being. It is an ancient practice that has recently gained popularity due to its numerous mental and physical health benefits. In this article, we […]
Read MoreAn IQAir report claimed that Lagos State is ranked 133 among the most polluted cities in the world based on historical data from 2017 to 2022. In IQAir’s 2022 World Air Quality Report on most polluted city rankings, which are based on annual average PM2.5 concentration (g/m3), Lagos is said to be experiencing some rather […]
Read MoreThe Lassa Fever situation report for week nine from the Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC), shows that the virus is still gaining ground in Nigeria. The report which covered the period from January 5 to March 5, 2023, showed that there are 676 verified cases of Lassa Fever scattered across 89 local government areas […]
Read MoreA 35-year-old sickle cell warrior identified as Ndubuisi Igwala has come out to recount his ordeal about living with the chronic condition and how he lost two of his siblings to the fight for survivor posed by the ailment. According to him, he had lost two siblings, one at 18 years old and the other […]
Read MoreResident Doctors under the aegis of the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) have threatened to embark on a nationwide strike by the end of January if the federal government doesn’t address their demands. Naija News reports that the association’s President, Emeka Orji told Channels TV that it’s not in its interest to embark on […]
Read MoreThe World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed on Wednesday that the recent COVID-19 outbreak in China is predominantly caused by the Omicron subvariants BA.5.2 and BF.7. WHO has estimated that the subvariants are responsible for 97.5 percent of all local Covid-19 infections in the Asian country. It pledged to monitor both the international and Chinese […]
Read MoreIt is no longer news that Nigeria is faced with various challenges in the healthcare sector, from the issue of gross mismanagement to skilled professional deficit, poor infrastructure, and epic poverty, especially amongst the significant majority who live below $1 daily. However, ‘Airmed‘ a Lagos-based healthtech startup, founded by Tobechukwu Obikili, is changing the narratives […]
Read MoreOver 313 unregistered illegal medicines and 33 unregistered pharmacies has been sealed by the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The Director and Head of the Enforcement Department in PCN, Stephen Esumobi, disclosed this during a briefing on Thursday evening that the closure was made after the medicine shops were inspected. According […]
Read MoreA cancer diagnosis: it’s something most of us dread, but which many people will have to deal with at some point. According to the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) one in two people will develop some form of cancer in their lifetime. And while not every case of cancer is lethal, it is still a […]
Read MoreAs Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark World Mental Health Day (WMHD), psychiatrists have raised an alarm on the prevalence of mental health illness amongst Nigerians. According to some of these experts every one in four Nigerians have a mental health condition, meaning that with a population of over 200 million people, […]
Read MoreThe Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has warned that having a direct kiss with a meningitis patient can get the other person infected since the disease is categorized as transmittable. This is as the health agency revealed that the disease can also be transmitted through coughing and sneezing. Naija News understands that Meningitis is […]
Read MoreThe World Health Organisation (WHO) has alleged four dangerous cough syrups that were produced in India that have so far killed no fewer than sixty-six people. Naija News reports that the United Nations agency which is responsible for international public health raised an alarm as reported by the BBC, that the said syrups have killed […]
Read MoreMrs Aribeana noted that local manufacturing of pharmaceuticals also presents opportunities for job creation, international trade, economic growth and national security
Read MoreThe outreach involved 20 medical volunteers from various medical specialities.
Read MoreThey are urging governments and donors to support global efforts to protect lives and sustain vaccination programmes.
Read MoreHe warned that continued closure of PHCs could worsen the crisis
Read MoreHe emphasised the urgent need for widespread public sensitisation on adopting healthier lifestyles to combat the growing threats of diabetes and obesity
Read MoreHe noted that where local manufacturing is not yet feasible, the government should support research into new drug development
Read MoreThe commissioner emphasised that this is critical to ensure that patients are not treated unnecessarily and to find out the true cause of their fever
Read MoreThe report indicates that Lagos State, Nigeria’s commercial hub, accounts for 108,649 cases, taking fourth place nationwide
Read MoreThe report showed that over 21 million adolescent girls become pregnant each year in low and middle-income countries
Read MoreHe noted that the HPV vaccine is available free of charge in PHC facilities across the country, like every other vaccine in the national immunisation schedule.
Read MoreHe noted that the goal is to have at least one fully functional PHC per ward across the country
Read MoreMr Oyemade told his congregation that Nigerians often fail to appreciate local opportunities and prefer to complain.
Read MoreShe noted that two of the cases were detected through Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance, while the third was identified through Environmental Surveillance (ES)
Read MoreThe country faces a public health crisis characterised by a poor supply of affordable medicines and too few pharmacies.
Read MoreIn Nigeria, skin cancer is the 6th most common type of cancer, and about 65,258 new cases of skin cancer occur annually.
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