UN Urges Community Leadership as Key to Achieving a World Without AIDS
On the 2023 World AIDS Day, the United Nations emphasizes that ending AIDS is feasible if communities take charge, highlighting the need […]
USAID Urges Swift Action for Victims of Gender-Based Violence, Emphasizes the Power of Early Intervention
In a compelling call to action, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has urged victims of gender-based violence to seek […]
Federal Government Pledges to Fortify Health Workforce Amidst Rising Brain Drain
Minister of Health and Social Welfare outlines strategies for workforce rehabilitation and universal health coverage at stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja. In response […]
NAFDAC and NIMR Join Forces with Xcene Research to Revolutionize Clinical Studies in Nigeria
Collaboration aims to transform the clinical research sector, improve healthcare delivery, and streamline regulatory processes. In a groundbreaking move, the National Agency […]
WHO Identifies BA.2.86 as Emerging COVID-19 Variant: Insights and Precautions
The World Health Organization raises awareness about the BA.2.86 variant, nicknamed ‘pirola,’ citing its slow but steady rise and potential impact. The […]
LUTH Crisis: Reps expose shutdown of five wards amid health worker exodus
Lagos University Teaching Hospital grapples with staffing shortages, closing down vital wards as brain drain crisis intensifies. In a startling revelation, the […]
Addressing the Alarming Trend: CDC Advisor Urges Cultural Shift to Tackle Higher Suicide Rates Among African Men
In a significant revelation, Dr. Naeem Dalal, the Advisor for Non-communicable Diseases, Injuries, and Mental Health at the Africa Centres for Diseases […]
NPHCDA Raises Alarm Over Low Adoption of Cervical Cancer Vaccine in Southern Nigeria, Calls for Urgent Action
Lagos State registers concerning vaccine hesitancy, hindering the fight against the second most prevalent cancer among women aged 15 to 44. In […]
Unlocking Affordable Healthcare: Diverse Options for Nigerians Amid Rising Living Costs
As the cost of living tightens its grip, navigating healthcare expenses becomes paramount for individuals and households. Health Management Organisations (HMOs) emerge […]
Global Health Community Urges Immediate Action on Climate and Health Ahead of COP28
In anticipation of COP28, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the global health community are rallying for heightened attention to the profound […]
Study Reveals Alarming Health Impact of Coal-Based Pollution: PM2.5 Particles from Coal Plants Double Risk of Premature Death
In a recent study conducted by researchers from George Mason University, Harvard, and the University of Texas at Austin, the harmful effects […]
Antibiotic Overuse and Resistance: A Call to Action for Medical Professionals
Antibiotic overuse and resistance pose significant dangers to public health . Overuse refers to the unnecessary or excessive use of antibiotics, while resistance […]