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Medplus Pharmacy has emerged as the ‘Most Sustainable Retail Organisation’ at the Africa Retail Congress and Awards. The prestigious Africa Retail Awards for Sustainability and Responsible Business Practices is given to a company that has made sustainability an integral part of its business practice and has had the greatest positive impact on society…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully dismantled two major cross-border drug syndicates after an extensive intelligence-led operation. This operation, spanning several months of surveillance, led to the seizure of cocaine, opioids, and other narcotics valued at billions of naira, along with the arrest of six key figures in the syndicates. In a…
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The Nigerian government has unveiled a nationwide free cesarean section initiative aiming at reducing Nigeria’s alarming maternal mortality rates. Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, Minister of Health and Social Welfare, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja at the Joint Annual Review (JAR). According to Pate, the initiative will serve as a vital platform for driving the…
Following the release of 63 minors detained over their involvement in the August #EndBadGovernance protests, the Kano State government has announced a five-day rehabilitation program for them at the Muhammadu Buhari Specialist Hospital. Governor Abba Yusuf, who arrived in Kano from Abuja with the minors on Tuesday night, stated that they would remain under medical…
NAFDAC has caution Nigerians against the product labelled as providing 48-hour protection in African climates, following an equal warning from the European Union Rapid Alert System for Dangerous Non-Food Products in Brussels. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has warned Nigerians to avoid the recall of Nivea Black & White Invisible…
Patients at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, have expressed frustration as a seven-day warning strike by the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) disrupts healthcare services. Urging the federal government to engage with union leaders, patients are calling for an end to the ongoing industrial action. In an interview at the Ibadan hospital, Mr. Matthew…
Key characteristics of yoga Physical postures (Asanas): These forms of Yoga uses physical poses designed to improve strength, flexibility, and balance. They’re thought to help open up the energy channels of the body to support physical health and mental relaxation. Breathing techniques (Pranayama): Pranayama, or breath control, is used to regulate the flow of energy…
In a heartfelt revelation during a recent TikTok live session, popular content creator Peller disclosed that fellow TikToker Jadrolita, known for her robotic character ‘Jarvis AI,’ needs over N30 million for surgery to remove a mouth tumor. This shocking news has sparked concern among fans and followers who have come to admire Jadrolita’s unique blend…
The Sokoto State Ministry of Health has issued a warning to residents following a surge in cases of Acute Hemorrhagic Conjunctivitis, locally known as ‘Apollo.’ The infection, which has become increasingly prevalent in recent weeks, has raised concerns across the state, prompting health authorities to intensify public awareness and preventive measures. Announcing the development, the…
The Joint Health Sectors Union (JOHESU) in collaboration with the Assembly of Healthcare Professional Associations (AHPA) has declared a seven-day nationwide warning strike starting from midnight of Friday, October 25, 2024. The National President of JOHESU, Kabiru Minjibir, announced this decision following an expanded National Executive Council (NEC) meeting in Abuja where the unions discussed the…
Explore what constitutes a toxic relationship, the signs to look out for, and steps to end one. Learn how to prioritize your wellbeing and begin healing from toxic dynamics. What is a Toxic Relationship? A toxic relationship is characterized by patterns of behavior that undermine your emotional and mental well-being. While occasional disagreements are normal…
• Kano, Katsina, Jigawa lead with 556,750 • UNICEF unveils “No More Zero Dose” song Miffed by the alarming rate of unvaccinated children in Nigeria, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has launched a song entitled ‘No More Zero Dose’ as part of efforts to improve immunisation coverage in the country. The song,…
A Psychiatrist, Dr Salawu Abiola, advises Nigerians to get adequate sleep and rest to reduce the risk of mental health conditions especially with the current economic challenges. Abiola, the President of the Association of Resident Doctors, Federal Neuro-psychiatric Hospital Yaba, gave the advice in an interview with Newsmen on Thursday in Lagos. He cautioned…
Popular content creator Jadrolita, born Amadou Elizabeth Aminata, has opened up about her health challenges, shedding light on why she paused her iconic robotic character, ‘Jarvis AI.’ This revelation has sparked widespread discussions online as fans express their concern and support. At just 26 years old, Jadrolita made a name for herself as Nigeria’s first…
Edited and Compiled by Ayoola Lorita O The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Drug abuse is a critical issue that affects individuals, families, and communities globally. This widespread problem involves the misuse of both illegal substances and prescription medications, leading to significant social, health, and economic consequences. Addressing drug abuse requires a comprehensive understanding of its…
…Boosters required for vaccine protection after 1 year The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the first mpox diagnostic test for emergency use, significantly boosting the diagnostic capacity in countries grappling with outbreaks of the disease. The test, known as the Alinity m MPXV assay, is a real-time polymerase chain reaction…
The Borno State Ministry of Health has confirmed a cholera outbreak in the state, as revealed by the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Prof. Baba Gana, at the Eye Center in Maiduguri. Prof. Gana disclosed that 17 individuals tested positive for cholera out of 200 samples sent for analysis. He linked the outbreak to…
In a bid to encourage local manufacturing of medicine, National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) said the country had started local production of active ingredients needed for the manufacture of drugs. NAFDAC said the push for local manufacture of medical products will help check the dumping of substandard medicine…
An average of 145 women of childbearing age are lost daily to pregnancy and childbirth related complications. Executive Director, National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), Dr. Muyi Aina, who disclosed this, also said that 2,300 children under the age of five daily fail to reach their fifth birthday due to preventable diseases…
The Borno Government has recorded two cases of cholera in one of the camps harbouring people displaced by flood in Maiduguri. The State Commissioner of Health, Prof. Baba Malum Gana, disclosed this on Monday while flagging-off an Oral Cholera, Measles Vaccination and Vitamin A supplementation in Maiduguri. He stated that another suspected four cases had…
The Adamawa State government has confirmed the deaths of 12 individuals, with 308 hospitalised and 244 successfully treated following a cholera outbreak. In a statement released on Sunday in Yola, Commissioner of Health and Human Services, Mr Felix Tangwami, revealed that laboratory tests are still pending on 12 samples, with 30 out of 50 samples…
Rwanda has launched the first mpox vaccination campaign in Africa, marking a significant step in the continent’s fight against the disease. On Tuesday, the country administered 300 doses of the vaccine to high-risk individuals in a border region with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Jean Kaseya, Director-General of the Africa Centre for Disease Control…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, conducted a significant operation in Ibadan, Oyo State, destroying substandard products, including counterfeit drugs and medical devices, valued at N43 billion on Thursday. The destruction was carried out at the Moniya dump site in the Akinyele Local Government Area of the state, with representatives…
The Yobe State Government has confirmed four persons dead as a result of acute diarrhoea in Gujba Local Government Area. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr Lawan Gana disclosed this to newsmen in Damaturu on Monday. Gana said the disease was detected in Jangalawaji and Tadandara settlements in Gujba Ward. According to him, both villages…
Medical and fertility experts have expressed strong skepticism over recent claims that a woman in Cotonou, Benin Republic, gave birth to 11 babies, labeling the story as medically implausible. The report, which has gained attention, was dismissed as a “fairy tale” by professionals in the field of obstetrics and reproductive health. Professor Preye Fiebai, an…
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has flagged off the distribution of essential drugs, Personal Protective Equipment and emergency response materials to hospitals across the state. The event which was held on Thursday at the Infectious Disease Hospital (IDH) in Damba. A statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said that the distribution was…
The United Nations has raised alarms about the potential outbreak of cholera in Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Maiduguri, Borno State, following severe flooding in the area. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the organization expressed concern over the contamination of water sources,…
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 7,663 suspected cholera cases and 216 deaths across the country since the start of 2024. This information was revealed in the Cholera Epidemiological Report for Week 36, presented by the NCDC during a press briefing on Wednesday in Abuja. “In Week 36, there were…
Akwa Ibom State government has said five cases of Monkey Pox (Mpox) have been reported in some local government areas of the state. An official in charge of Disease Surveillance and Notification at the State Ministry of Health, Samuel Etuk, who had earlier announced four cases, said the number has increased to five….
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported eight new cases of Mpox, raising the total number of confirmed infections to 48 out of 868 suspected cases across 35 local government areas in 20 states and the Federal Capital Territory. According to the Mpox situation report for week 34 (August 25), shared…
