Rev. Jesse Jackson Hospitalized for PSP Condition
Civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson is under hospital observation for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. Learn about his condition and legendary career. Send your prayers.
Category : Health
Pregnant Women Face 37% Higher Firearm Homicide Risk
New research reveals pregnant women experience 37% higher firearm homicide rates. Homicide is the leading cause of death for pregnant women in the US. Learn about prevention strategies.
AXA Mansard Introduces International Medical Plan iMED
AXA Mansard Health launches iMED, providing Nigerians with global health insurance coverage in over 11,000 hospitals worldwide including US and UK facilities.
NAFDAC Warns Nigerians About Fake Antibiotic
NAFDAC issues urgent alert about falsified BETACLOX antibiotic circulating in Nigeria. Learn how to identify and report dangerous counterfeit medicines.
Over 300 at Trackfit Breast Cancer Walk in UNILAG
Over 300 people joined the 2025 Trackfit Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at UNILAG. The event featured fitness drills, health talks, and 212 clinical screenings, with 17 referrals for further tests.
SA man attempts suicide after romantic rejection
A 45-year-old South African man attempted suicide using wire after his ex-lover rejected reconciliation. Public intervention saved his life in Hilltop incident.
Kano, FG Partner on Tom Brown Nutrition Initiative
Kano State and the Federal Government have launched a validation workshop for the Tom Brown Business Case, a local initiative to combat child malnutrition and empower women and youth through nutritious food production.
45-Year-Old Woman Seeks N35m for Kidney Transplant
Mrs. Salewa Arije, a 45-year-old from Ondo State, urgently needs N35 million for a kidney transplant. She appeals to Nigerians for support to save her life. Donate now.
Edo Removes 25 Mentally Ill from Streets in 2025
Edo State government has removed 25 mentally deranged persons from streets and admitted 6 drug addicts to rehab centers as part of mental health support programs. Learn about the state's comprehensive social interventions.
Diabetes Crisis: 24M African Adults Affected
WHO reveals over 24 million African adults have diabetes, with cases projected to double by 2050. Half remain undiagnosed. Urgent action needed to strengthen healthcare systems.
NMA Launches Mental Health Initiative for Nigerian Men
Nigerian Medical Association partners with Diatom Impact to launch Men Stay Alive Project, offering mental health support, counseling, and financial aid to combat rising suicide rates among men.
JMG Boosts Breast Cancer Awareness in Nigeria
JMG Limited reinforces its breast cancer campaign with free screenings and health talks. Dr. Gold Ukwute and MD Mazen Jubaili urge early detection and year-round health vigilance for Nigerians.
EL-LAB Advances Medical Excellence with ISO 15189:2022
EL-LAB Medical Diagnostics celebrates World Quality Week 2025, reinforcing its commitment to patient safety through the prestigious ISO 15189:2022 accreditation for medical laboratories.
8 Million Nigerians Have Hearing Impairments - Experts
SPAAN reveals 8 million Nigerians have hearing disorders, warning of a public health emergency. Experts call for urgent government action on early intervention and care.
Nigeria's Healthcare System Collapse: A National Emergency
Nigeria's healthcare system faces total collapse due to chronic underfunding, brain drain, and poor infrastructure. Urgent reforms needed to save millions of lives. Read the full analysis.
FG Improves Healthcare Fund Transparency with BHCPF 2.0
Federal Government begins onboarding state committees for transparent Basic Healthcare Provision Fund management. New guidelines ensure every naira delivers measurable health outcomes for Nigerians.
Lagos launches polio vaccination campaign for children
Lagos State initiates a two-round house-to-house polio vaccination campaign targeting all children under five after detecting a variant poliovirus in Makoko. Protect your child today.
Medical Centre Saves 120+ Premature Babies in 2 Years
Babies Matter Medical Centre celebrates two years of saving premature infants, some born at 25 weeks. Their timely intervention model gives Nigeria's tiniest citizens a fighting chance at life.
SON, NGO Train Experts to Combat Lead Poisoning
SON and Resolve To Save Lives train Nigerian experts on XRF analyzer use to detect lead in consumer goods, aiming to prevent poisoning and shape new safety policies.
Widows Urged to Prioritize Emotional Resilience & Self-Care
Rose of Sharon Foundation hosts trauma management program for widows in Lagos, focusing on emotional healing through self-care, nutrition, and forgiveness practices.
ORÍKÌ at 10: New Foundation Champions African Wellness
ORÍKÌ celebrates a decade of impact and launches The ORÍKÌ Foundation to make wellness essential across Africa. Discover how they're empowering communities.
Lagos begins emergency polio vaccination campaign
Lagos State initiates a swift polio outbreak response campaign targeting all children under five after detecting a variant poliovirus in Makoko. The campaign starts November 8, 2025.
Hospital mistakenly declares hundreds dead in shocking error
A major Nigerian hospital mistakenly sent heartbreaking death notification letters to hundreds of families, falsely declaring their healthy loved ones deceased. The catastrophic administrative error has caused widespread trauma and outrage across affected
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.
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.
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