Popular Nigerian doctor Olufunmilayo reacts with shock to the death of rising singer Ifunanya Nwangene from a cobra bite in Abuja, contrasting it with the UK's 50-year record of no snakebite fatalities.
Southeastern Australia faces catastrophic heatwave with temperatures near 50°C, causing mass evacuations, bushfires, and power outages. Climate experts warn of intensifying extreme weather events driven by human-caused climate change.
Two plastic surgeons in Paris have been permanently banned and sentenced after a billionaire diamond dealer died during a penis enlargement procedure at a luxury clinic.
NAFDAC explains its ban on alcoholic beverages in sachets and small containers under 200ml aims to protect children and youth from underage drinking, not punish manufacturers.
A Caucasian couple in Florida has filed a lawsuit against a fertility clinic after an alleged embryo mix-up led to the birth of a non-Caucasian child who is not genetically related to them, raising complex legal and ethical questions.
The World Health Organization confirms new Nipah virus cases in eastern India, prompting heightened surveillance worldwide. Nigeria and other nations monitor the situation as health experts warn of the virus's high fatality rate and lack of vaccines.
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A new report highlights air pollution as the world's largest environmental health risk, linked to millions of premature deaths annually in cities like New Delhi and London.
Kwara State has enforced a cashless payment system in all government hospitals, requiring electronic payments via KWIRS. While officials cite transparency benefits, residents express worries about emergency care access, network reliability, and impacts on
Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno's viral confrontation with a contractor who began hospital construction with a mortuary sparks online debate and parody videos amid health reforms.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control warns of simultaneous outbreaks of cholera, Lassa fever, diphtheria, and measles across all six geopolitical zones, exacerbated by climate and humanitarian crises.
A Nigerian mother shares a terrifying hospital experience where a nurse nearly administered wrong medication to her daughter, highlighting why patients should always have companions.
A 14-year-old married girl in Benue State delivered a baby without complications, prompting discussions on the risks of child marriage despite the successful birth.
A Canadian family is devastated after their 26-year-old diabetic and blind son died via physician-assisted suicide, despite their previous intervention to stop the procedure.
A Nigerian X user shares the heartbreaking story of their aunt and uncle who divorced after 57 years of marriage to avoid medical debt from the US healthcare system, highlighting financial protection measures.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed Michael Odutola and family as Australian citizens, praising his cancer research contributions at Australia Day ceremony.
A woman in Cross River State bled to death after giving birth to twins at home due to lack of medical facilities. Her representative is calling for urgent healthcare improvements.
A Catholic priest warns couples to check genotype compatibility before marriage, refusing to wed AS+AS pairs due to sickle cell risks, sparking social media debate.
A 2026 WHO report reveals Nigeria has the highest maternal mortality rate globally at 993 deaths per 100,000 births, followed by Chad and South Sudan, highlighting Africa's ongoing maternal health crisis.
Aliye Saka, an ambulance driver at Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, was discovered deceased in a restroom on the premises. Colleagues express shock as he showed no prior signs of illness.
Kano state government projects 600,000-700,000 births in 2026 based on 3.5% population growth, warning of strain on health facilities and a 4,000-worker deficit.
Kano State Government forecasts 600,000-700,000 births in 2026 based on 3.5% growth rate, warning of severe healthcare personnel deficit and facility strain.
A massive winter storm has swept across the United States, resulting in multiple fatalities and leaving millions without electricity as freezing temperatures persist.
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The Federal Government has unveiled the complete roster of 774 National Health Fellows selected from every Local Government Area across Nigeria to strengthen the healthcare system.
A Nigerian-born nurse in Australia has had her registration cancelled after a tribunal found she repeatedly slept during night shifts, compromising elderly patient care.
Health authorities in India are battling a Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal with five confirmed cases, including healthcare workers. The deadly bat-borne disease has epidemic potential.
Veteran nurse Regina Okeke, who served during the Nigerian Civil War and later became a pharmaceutical executive, has died at 88. Her passing follows the death of journalist Alhaji Yakubu Mohammed, co-founder of Newswatch Magazine.
Chimzuruoke Okembunachi, a Nigerian nurse in Australia, had her registration cancelled after being found guilty of professional misconduct for sleeping on duty.
Dr. Ekanem Ekure, President of the Pediatricians Association of Nigeria, criticizes the 4.3% health allocation in the 2026 budget as insufficient for child health, calling for urgent action on lead poisoning and improved funding.