World Kidney Day 2026: Kidney Protection Over Cleansing
A Nigerian paediatrician warns against unregulated herbal teas, linking them to chronic kidney disease. Learn why kidneys need protection, not cleansing, to prevent health crises.
A Nigerian paediatrician warns against unregulated herbal teas, linking them to chronic kidney disease. Learn why kidneys need protection, not cleansing, to prevent health crises.
A British man's persistent sore throat was diagnosed as stage three throat cancer linked to HPV16, a sexually transmitted infection he likely contracted decades earlier through oral sex.
The Nigerian Cancer Society has petitioned EFCC, DSS, and Police against influencer Blessing Okoro for alleged false cancer claims and obtaining donations, citing threats to public trust and cancer advocacy integrity.
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RecommendedA nurse who relocated from the UK to Canada shared that she was paid £2000 for working two shifts over Easter weekend, sparking reactions online.
The Northern Christian Association has partnered with Equity Health Group to deploy 1,000 containerized clinics across Nigeria, focusing on underserved northern regions to improve healthcare access and services.
UNICEF and the Ondo State Government have reinforced their partnership to intensify Lassa fever prevention and public awareness campaigns, aiming to curb the disease's spread and improve health outcomes.
More than 500 residents in Zide and Madagbayo communities, Edo State, benefited from a free medical outreach by the Aaron Ponuwei Ebelo Foundation, offering tests and medications to underserved areas.
AXA Mansard Health introduces a WhatsApp chatbot, Karis, to streamline treatment approvals and improve access across 2,000 hospitals, aiming to reduce delays and enhance healthcare efficiency in Nigeria.
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RecommendedDame Mabel Bamidele Egede, former Chief Nursing Officer of Delta State, is buried today. Remembered as a compassionate nurse and community pillar, her life of service and faith impacted many.
The World Health Organization cautions Nigerians about the dangers of health misinformation on social media, urging reliance on scientific evidence to protect public health gains in immunization and disease prevention.
UNICEF and the Ondo State Government have reinforced their partnership to enhance Lassa fever prevention and public awareness campaigns, focusing on community sensitization and health communication initiatives.
Nigeria's healthcare sector is projected to grow 7.1% with a $161.7M market value by 2027, driven by major investments. The WHX Lagos 2026 expo will connect stakeholders to unlock opportunities amid challenges like high out-of-pocket expenses.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori approves a ₦200,000 monthly salary increase for doctors and tax-free allowances to retain medical professionals amid Nigeria's worsening brain drain crisis.
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RecommendedThe Kaduna State Government has inaugurated a 17-member taskforce to prevent the diversion of nutrition commodities, aiming to ensure life-saving supplies reach vulnerable women and children.
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On World Health Day 2026, experts highlight Nigeria's struggle to apply scientific research to healthcare, citing poor funding and infrastructure as major barriers to progress.
LASUTH strengthens healthcare with the first graduates of its Postgraduate Diploma in Hospital Administration and Management, addressing leadership gaps in the sector.
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RecommendedThe Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) has pledged to deploy science-driven interventions to address health concerns in Ogoni communities, including a long-term medical surveillance program and upgraded healthcare infrastructure.
CAPPA advocates for a N300 million Tobacco Control Fund and a 50% tax on sugar-sweetened beverages to address Nigeria's health funding gaps and rising non-communicable diseases.
Experts call for increased government funding and a national policy to address dementia, emphasizing structured care, research, and equitable access for Nigeria's ageing population.
The Federal Government pledges to accelerate digital technology adoption in healthcare, including telemedicine and health records, to improve access and equity for Nigerians, as announced by Minister Salako.
Mental health professionals highlight increasing burnout among young Nigerians due to social, academic, and economic pressures, urging healthier approaches to ambition and well-being.
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RecommendedThe SARMAAN Project advocates for stronger national ownership and sustainable funding for child health programmes in Nigeria, highlighting its success in reaching over 15 million children with mass drug administration.
The Africa CDC has launched the SPARK-NCD Programme to strengthen surveillance, improve integrated care, and transform Africa's response to non-communicable diseases like hypertension and diabetes.
Health experts call for increased domestic funding to strengthen health data systems in Africa, emphasizing sustainability and control over data resources to improve research and healthcare outcomes.
A new National Bureau of Statistics report reveals diagnostic accuracy among clinical health workers in Nigeria's public facilities dropped from 56.2% in 2023 to 46.1% in 2025, with significant regional and facility-level disparities.
Experts from Johns Hopkins University caution that malaria control is entering a fragile phase due to drug resistance, insecticide resistance, and diagnostic challenges, even as new vaccines are deployed globally.
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RecommendedGovernor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has approved the immediate employment of 416 nurses and midwives to strengthen healthcare delivery, addressing manpower shortages and supporting ongoing health sector reforms.