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The Kano State Private Health Institutions Management Agency (PHIMA) has taken decisive action by sealing off Sassauka Clinic and Diagnosis Centre located in Rimin Kebe. The Director of PHIMA, Professor Salisu Ibrahim, affirmed that the closure was enforced due to multiple infractions detected at the facility. Professor Ibrahim clarified that discrepancies were found in the…
The Kwara State government, on Saturday, flagged off another round of polio immunisation campaign for children under the age of five in the state. The exercise, which is second in series in the year, is expected to cover all the nooks and crannies of the state. At a press briefing in Ilorin, the state…
The Nigeria LNG (NLNG), has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with three hospitals to complete the second phase of its multi-billion-naira Hospital Support Programme (NLNG HSP). The NLNG Hospital Support Programme (HSP) is NLNG’s national Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at boosting the healthcare delivery system in 12 federal university teaching hospitals and health…
During a pivotal gathering in Abuja on Tuesday, aimed at enlightening Nigerians on a groundbreaking innovation, Dr. Mao Mao, a distinguished scientist from China, revealed the development of a software designed to detect nine distinct types of cancer. The software, named “OncoSeek,” marks a significant leap in bolstering governmental efforts to alleviate the economic and…
Faced with sky-high inflation, low salaries and an overstretched healthcare system, doctors and nurses are leaving Nigeria in their thousands every year for better opportunities abroad. Between 15,000 and 16,000 doctors have departed in the past five years, according to Nigeria’s Health Minister Muhammad Ali Pate. Today, Africa’s most populous country has just 55,000 doctors for a population…
Kebbi State Government has announced that it provided free treatment to 23,542 patients with mental illness at the Zauro Psychiatric Medical Outreach since 2023. The Commissioner for Religious Affairs, Muhammad Sani-Aliyu, shared this information during a weekly ministerial press briefing organized by the state’s Ministry of Information and Culture. Sani-Aliyu mentioned that the ministry has…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) reported that over 400,000 individuals in the North East region gained access to clean and safe water in 2023. During the commemoration of the 2024 World Water Day in Maiduguri, UNICEF’s Chief of Field Office, Phuong Nguyen, announced the organization’s efforts in providing water services to communities in Adamawa,…
A non-governmental organization, Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has charged Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Gombe State to work assiduously towards reducing drastically the smoking of cigarettes in the state. CISLAC gave the charge during a meeting with stakeholders from the CSOs in the state on tobacco control in Gombe, the Gombe State capital….
A total of 59 medical doctors formerly working at the Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital, DASH, in Lafia, Nasarawa State, have resigned from their positions with the state government. The doctors cited the non-implementation of hazard allowances and poor conditions of service as the primary reasons for their resignation over the past three months. 20 of…
In a groundbreaking announcement, Professor Daniel Nwachukwu, Deputy Vice Chancellor of the University of Nigeria Enugu Campus, has confirmed the medicinal effectiveness of Hibiscus Sabdariffa, commonly known as ‘zobo,’ in treating hypertension. Renowned for his expertise in Cardiovascular Physiology, Professor Nwachukwu conducted extensive research and clinical trials involving both animal and human subjects to substantiate…
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, has called for a review of the country’s strategies to combat the malaria burden. He said this when partners from the Malaria Alliance, RBM Malaria Partnership, and Nigerian officials of WHO Global Malaria Programme visited him on Friday in Abuja. He said the…
The Accident and Emergency, A&E, Department of 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital, Kaduna, has lost three members of staff and a patient suspected to have died from acute Viral Hemorrhagic Fever, VHF. A statement from Brig Gen. Aso Okoigi, said, “This followed the management of a patient with febrile illness thought to have been the…
A Consultant Paediatrician, Dr Amala Okore, has warned mothers against substituting infant formula with adult milk, saying it can lead to malnutrition or other health complications. Okore gave the warning in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos. According to her, a worrisome trend of parents switching from infant…
By Afuwape Mariam T. H22/Mc/0084 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State In a world prioritizing health and wellness, the discourse on female hygiene gains prominence as an essential yet often silent subject in the labyrinth of health concerns. From menstrual health to intimate care, this exploration delves into the multifaceted realm of…
By Elias oluwaferanmi H22/Mc/0168 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State The Global Hunger Index report, a collaborative effort between Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe, highlights the alarming rise of hunger in Nigeria. Despite the country’s potential as an agricultural powerhouse, government neglect and insecurity have hindered its ability to address the crisis effectively….
By Afolabi oluwaseun A. H22/Mac/0091 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Infant mortality persists as a global health concern, claiming thousands of lives annually before reaching their first birthday. Despite medical advancements, issues such as poverty, inequality, and limited access to essential services contribute to alarming rates, transcending statistics and impacting families…
By Afolabi Hannah M. H22/Mac/0165 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State In a remarkable technological evolution, Nigeria’s healthcare sector is embarking on a journey towards a future shaped by augmented reality (AR). The integration of AR technology promises transformative benefits, bringing about advancements in patient care, medical training, and interactive healthcare storytelling….
By Saula Quadri T. Nd/22/mac/0096 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State Regular physical activity offers remarkable advantages for our physical and mental health. Let’s explore these benefits in depth! Exercise transcends mere fitness or weight loss; it significantly influences our overall well-being. On a physical level, it fortifies muscles, enhances cardiovascular health,…
By ADESANYA ADEKOLADE J. H22/MAC/0169 Department of Mass Communication The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State In a transformative shift, Nigeria’s healthcare landscape is undergoing a technological revolution that is reshaping the delivery of crucial medical services. The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the 21st century has emerged as a game-changer, bringing about substantial…
By ADEKANBI ODUNAYO S. H22/MC/0075 The Polytechnic Ile-Ife, Osun State In the ever-evolving tapestry of Nigeria’s healthcare sector in 2023, the recent appointments of Dr. Salma Ibrahim Anas and Prof. Mohammad Ali Pate to pivotal healthcare roles radiate a profound dedication to public health. This exploration plunges into the intricacies of the challenges faced during…
Projections from the World Health Organization, WHO, show that there will be over 35 million new cases of cancer by 2050—a 77 percent increase over the projected 20 million cases in 2022. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the cancer agency of the WHO, released a new report ahead of World Cancer Day…
Following an agreement brokered by Qatar between Israel and the Palestinian militant organisation Hamas, the Israeli hostages in the Gaza Strip will receive medication. In addition, aid supplies for civilians will be brought to the sealed-off coastal strip, the Qatari Foreign Ministry announced on Wednesday. The office of Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu said the…
Labor unions at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH) have declared an indefinite strike following an attack on the facility by suspected hoodlums. According to reports, the hoodlums invaded the hospital on Monday and attacked some doctors, destroying facilities and stealing a corpse. This incident has led to the paralysis of activities at the…
The Federal Government will review the National Policy and Strategic Plan for Hospice and Palliative Care 2021, to ensure cancer patients live a fairly good quality life. Dr Uchechukwu Nwokwu, the National Coordinator, National Cancer Control Programme, disclosed this on Sunday in Abuja, during an interview with Newsmen. Nwokwu said that the policy, inaugurated in…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has sounded a note of caution to people suffering from asthma and respiratory issues. The warning over the impending hazy and cloudy weather is also extended to airline operators. NIMET report also predicted sunny and hazy weather for the North and North Central states of the country beginning from Wednesday, January…
Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State is dead after battling illness for long. In view of reports received, Akeredolu died in Lagos on Wednesday. The Sunshine State governor died at the age of 67. The source explained that Governor Akeredolu’s condition had deteriorated to the point where he needed a dialysis machine to help him….
Resident doctors at the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH), Awka, have called on governments at all levels to take deliberate steps to address the plague of brain drain in the medical service delivery. The doctors made the call at the first Annual General Meeting and Academic Conference of Association of Resident Doctors (ARD),…
The National Action on Sugar Reduction (NASR) Coalition, an NGO, on Friday echoed a global report of the World Health Organisation (WHO) released on December 5 on efforts of countries to raise taxes on Sugar Sweetened Beverages (SSB) and alcohol. The coalition stance is contained in a statement signed by its Co-chairman and President of…
The Wife of Anambra Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, on Tuesday visited a set of newly delivered quadruplets and triplets, urging pregnant women to take advantage of the ongoing free antenatal care and delivery services in the state. The governor’s wife visited the babies at the Referral Health Centre, Awgbu, and Enugwuabo Health Centre, Ufuma in…
Truly the light is sweet, and a pleasant thing it is for the eyes to behold the sun: but if a man live many years, and rejoice in them all; yet let him remember the days of darkness; for they shall be many. All that cometh is vanity. The above quote from the holy book,…
Double-amputee Olympic runner, Oscar Pistorius has been granted parole, 10 years after shooting his girlfriend through a toilet door at his home in South Africa. The country’s Department of Corrections spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo said on Friday that Pistorius would be released from prison on January 5. “Mr Pistorius will complete the remainder of the sentence…
