Ogun State & EU Launch Solar Healthcare Initiative
Ogun State partners with European Union to deploy solar energy systems across healthcare facilities, ensuring uninterrupted power and improved medical services in rural communities.
Category : Health
Senate Orders Sachet Alcohol Ban by Dec 31
Nigeria's Senate mandates NAFDAC to enforce nationwide prohibition of sachet alcoholic beverages, citing youth protection and public health concerns. Full implementation deadline set for year-end.
NMA Supports Doctors' Strike: 91 Hospitals Crippled
The Nigerian Medical Association escalates support for resident doctors as nationwide strike enters seventh day, crippling healthcare services in 91 hospitals amid unresolved demands.
Lagos enlists clerics to fight HIV stigma
Lagos State launches innovative partnership with clerics to eliminate stigma against PLHIV, promoting inclusive communities and improved health outcomes through religious leadership.
Nigeria's Health System: Ownership Confusion & Funding Gaps
Critical revelations emerge about Nigeria's fragmented health system as stakeholders identify ownership confusion and massive funding gaps threatening healthcare delivery nationwide.
Nigerian Man Loses Wife and Baby During Delivery
A Nigerian man shares his heartbreaking story after losing his 23-year-old wife and their newborn baby during delivery, just days before their first wedding anniversary. The emotional account highlights maternal health challenges in Nigeria.
Typhoon Kalmaegi: 140 Dead in Philippines, Now Hits Vietnam
Deadly Typhoon Kalmaegi leaves trail of destruction across Southeast Asia, claiming 140 lives in Philippines before making landfall in Vietnam. Latest updates on the catastrophic storm.
NMA Supports Striking Doctors: Healthcare Crisis Deepens
The Nigerian Medical Association solidly supports resident doctors as their industrial action enters day six, paralyzing healthcare services nationwide while urgent negotiations continue.
Woman's C-Section Heartbreak Over Husband's Question
A Nigerian woman shares her emotional C-section experience where her husband's unexpected question during the operation left her devastated and questioning their relationship.
Nigeria Loses ₦5.6T Yearly to Malnutrition - Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima exposes Nigeria's staggering ₦5.6 trillion annual loss from malnutrition, calling for urgent action to address human capital depletion.
Abia, Ogun Lead Nigeria Health Investment Rankings
Groundbreaking report reveals Abia and Ogun states are outpacing others in health sector investments, signaling a major shift in Nigeria's healthcare landscape. Discover how these states are setting new standards for medical infrastructure and funding.
Nigeria gets €6.3M EU-UNICEF health production deal
Federal Government partners with European Union and UNICEF in groundbreaking €6.3 million initiative to boost local manufacturing of essential health commodities and reduce import dependency.
Nigeria signs €6.3M health production deal with EU-UNICEF
Federal Government signs landmark agreement to strengthen local manufacturing of essential health commodities, reducing import dependency and creating jobs.
Cholera Outbreak Kills 10 in Adamawa
A deadly cholera outbreak has struck Adamawa State, claiming 10 lives and hospitalizing dozens. Health authorities race against time to contain the spread as communities face water contamination crisis.
Daily Step Counting: Nigeria's Weight Management Solution
New research reveals that simply tracking your daily steps could be the game-changing strategy Nigerians need for effective weight management without restrictive dieting.
Nigeria's Maternal Mortality Crisis: Doctor Sounds Alarm
A leading obstetrician reveals shocking statistics about Nigeria's maternal health emergency and demands immediate government intervention to save mothers' lives.
Africa Loses $10B to Medical Tourism Yearly
NMA President reveals shocking $10 billion loss to medical tourism, exposing Africa's healthcare gaps and the urgent need for infrastructure investment.
Nigeria's Fight Against Maternal Deaths: New Solutions
Healthcare professionals in Nigeria are championing groundbreaking innovations and policy reforms to dramatically reduce the country's alarming maternal death rates and save thousands of women's lives.
Nigeria Expands Physiotherapy to Rural Areas via WHO Framework
Nigeria launches groundbreaking healthcare initiative adopting WHO's rehabilitation framework to bridge urban-rural physiotherapy divide and transform community health services.
Nigeria Expands Blood Lead Testing Laboratories Nationwide
Federal Government launches ambitious plan to upgrade diagnostic laboratories across Nigeria for comprehensive blood lead testing, addressing silent health crisis affecting millions.
Nigeria's 2025: Second Hottest Year Predicted
The World Meteorological Organization warns that 2025 could become Nigeria's second hottest year ever recorded, raising serious concerns about heatwaves, health risks, and economic impacts across the nation.
Gum Disease Linked to Higher Brain Damage Risk
Groundbreaking Nigerian research reveals how poor oral health could be damaging your brain. Find out why your dentist visits might be more crucial than you thought.
Foundation Urges Govt to Support Free Health Initiatives
The Chidi Lota Foundation urges Nigerian government to strengthen free healthcare initiatives, highlighting critical gaps in maternal and child health services across the nation.
Nigeria's Health Funding Crisis: Solutions Revealed
Discover how Nigeria and other African nations can revolutionize health funding through innovative strategies and domestic resource mobilization for stronger healthcare systems.
Ebonyi Health Reforms Win National Leadership Award
Ebonyi State's transformative healthcare reforms have earned national recognition with a prestigious leadership award, showcasing remarkable improvements in maternal and child health services across the state.
Abia Council Health Workers Get Consolidated Salary
Abia State Government introduces groundbreaking consolidated salary structure for local government health workers, boosting healthcare delivery across communities.
Borno Child Immunization Rate Reaches 44%
New data reveals Borno State has achieved 44% immunization coverage for children, marking significant progress in healthcare delivery despite security challenges in Northeast Nigeria.
Early Warning Systems Could Save Lives in Nigerian Hospitals
A prominent Nigerian medical advocacy group is pushing for mandatory implementation of Early Warning Scoring systems in hospitals nationwide to detect patient deterioration faster and reduce preventable deaths.
Menopause Reshapes Brain Structure: New Study
New research uncovers how menopause triggers significant structural changes in women's brains, offering crucial insights into cognitive health during this natural transition.
WIA Fights Breast Cancer with Awareness Campaign
The Wellbeing Initiative Africa (WIA) launches groundbreaking breast cancer awareness campaign, empowering Nigerian women with life-saving knowledge and screening access.
Page 11 of 13