SQHN Calls for Local Healthcare Solutions in Nigeria
The Society for Quality in Healthcare in Nigeria urges local action to strengthen healthcare standards, improve patient safety, and drive innovation for lasting impact nationwide.
Category : Health
Nurse Recounts Tragic Loss of Mother and Baby After 14 Years
A Nigerian nurse shares her most heartbreaking experience watching a man pray for his wife in labor, unaware she and their baby had died after 14 years of waiting. Read this emotional story.
MWAN Lagos Boosts Maternal, Child Healthcare
MWAN Lagos unveils a robust plan to improve maternal and child health in underserved areas via danger-sign education and digital outreach. Learn how they aim to save lives.
Lagos announces free HIV testing for World AIDS Day 2025
Lagos State offers free HIV testing across all LGAs ahead of 2025 World AIDS Day. LSACA aims to expand access to testing and reduce stigma. Know your status today!
Nigerian Doctors' Strike: 17 Days, 91 Hospitals Affected
Nigerian resident doctors continue strike for 17 days, demanding Collective Bargaining Agreement and salary review. 91 hospitals affected nationwide. Read latest updates.
Hidden Mental Health Burden in Older Adults Exposed
Ghanaian economist Michael Somuah's research reveals untreated psychological distress in older adults with functional limitations costs healthcare systems billions. Discover proactive solutions.
Woman Divorced Over C-Section Births in Nigeria
A Nigerian woman from Adamawa shares her pain after her husband divorced her for delivering their children via Caesarian section. Read her powerful story and the online support it sparked.
NAFDAC destroys N20bn fake products in Ibadan
NAFDAC destroys counterfeit and expired products worth N20 billion in Ibadan to protect public health. Agency vows to continue fight against unsafe goods.
Sokoto Records 8 Dengue Fever Cases
Sokoto State confirms 8 Dengue fever cases. Health officials urge vigilance, proper case management, and community action to eliminate mosquito breeding sites.
NIVEA's ₦96.7M Mental Health Boost for Nigeria
NIVEA Nigeria partners with SOS Children's Villages, donating ₦96.686 million to combat social isolation and provide psychosocial support for over 33,000 vulnerable Nigerians.
NNPCL Health Insurance for 7,000 Station Attendants
NNPC Retail Ltd launches health insurance scheme for over 7,000 petrol station attendants nationwide, enhancing welfare and service delivery. Read about this worker-focused initiative.
Africa CDC Hails Nigeria's Health Reform Model
Africa CDC hails Nigeria's health sector reforms as continental model. Nigeria to pilot G20 health financing. Learn how this impacts universal health coverage.
Ethiopia confirms first Marburg virus outbreak
Ethiopia confirms first Marburg virus outbreak in Omo region. WHO and Africa CDC respond with support. Learn symptoms and prevention measures.
Early diabetes detection crucial, says DAN
The Diabetes Association of Nigeria stresses early detection to prevent diabetes complications. Learn risk factors and the importance of regular health checkups for wellbeing.
Diabetes Crisis in Nigeria: Millions Undiagnosed
As Nigeria marks World Diabetes Day, millions remain undiagnosed. Discover how local innovation and awareness can combat this silent epidemic. Take action for your health today!
Free Medical Surgeries for 3,000 in Gombe
Jennifer Etuh Foundation provides free surgeries, circumcisions, and medical care to over 3,000 residents in Gombe's Tula village. A life-changing intervention for rural healthcare.
Sokoto's Healthcare Revolution Under Governor Aliyu
Governor Ahmad Aliyu transforms Sokoto's healthcare with 800 new nurses, upgraded PHCs in all 244 wards, and N1.5bn Mama Kits investment. Maternal and child health outcomes improve dramatically.
Why Nigerian Women Shun Family Planning Methods
Nigerian women share harrowing experiences with contraceptive side effects. Experts reveal how genetic factors and lack of proper medical screening contribute to the crisis in family planning adoption.
Fertility Awareness Champion Transforms Nigerian Workplaces
Fertility coach Ola Taiwo reveals practical solutions for supporting employees with infertility challenges. Learn how Nigerian workplaces can become more inclusive and compassionate.
Motherhood & Me Conference 2025 Empowers Nigerian Women
Over 350 mothers gathered in Abuja for the transformative Motherhood & Me Conference 2025. The event focused on empowering mothers, maternal health, and intentional parenting for raising future leaders.
Interswitch Advances Digital Health Solutions in Nigeria
Interswitch reaffirms commitment to digital transformation in Nigeria's healthcare sector with innovative solutions HIMS, eClinic, and Smarthealth at CCMDFTH conference.
FG Targets ₦4.8tr Yearly Gain in Health Revamp
The Federal Government plans to save ₦4.8 trillion yearly and reverse ₦850bn medical tourism spending through its Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (HSRII).
Health Workers Begin Indefinite Strike Nationwide
Nigerian health workers under JOHESU begin an indefinite strike from Nov 14, 2025, paralyzing public hospitals. The action follows failed government negotiations on salary adjustments. Read more.
Lady's 3 Siblings Have Cerebral Palsy, Story Goes Viral
A Nigerian lady reveals her family's 23-year journey caring for three siblings with cerebral palsy, spending N200,000 monthly on medication. Her emotional TikTok video has gone viral.
British man dies after Turkey hair transplant
A 36-year-old British man, Mentor Rama, has died in Istanbul after undergoing a hair transplant and dental procedure. A police investigation is underway.
UK Doctors Strike Over Pay and Training Conditions
Thousands of UK doctors begin five-day strike over pay erosion and training post shortages. The 13th walkout since 2023 threatens NHS services as government and union remain deadlocked.
Senator Fetterman hospitalized after fall
US Senator John Fetterman hospitalized after fall due to heart condition flare-up. This marks his fourth medical emergency since taking office. Read latest health update.
Beta Glass Champions Women's Health Campaign
Beta Glass Plc concludes month-long breast cancer awareness campaign promoting early detection and free screenings for employees and communities across Nigeria.
Police Inspector Faces Mental Test After Child Assault
Bayelsa Police order mental health evaluation for Inspector Sunday Ideh who brutally assaulted his children over witchcraft allegations. Case will not be swept under carpet.
Kwara Tops Northern Nigeria in Health Preparedness
Kwara State emerges as Northern Nigeria's top performer in health preparedness, ranking 4th nationally. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq's administration drives remarkable progress.
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