Do I Need Shots to Visit Nigeria? Essential Guide
Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for Nigeria entry. Learn about required and recommended shots, health documentation, malaria prophylaxis, and travel tips for a safe visit.
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St Raphael Hospital Mourns Patient, Orders Clinical Review
St Raphael Divine Mercy Specialist Hospital in Ikorodu expresses grief over the death of patient Faith Odaodu-Korode and initiates a clinical review to investigate the incident.
LASHMA Commends HEFAMAA Health Insurance Compliance
LASHMA rates HEFAMAA highly for enforcing the mandatory health insurance executive order in Lagos, achieving 100% compliance during assessment.
WHO Monitors Hantavirus Cases on Atlantic Cruise
WHO confirms one hantavirus case, five under investigation on Atlantic cruise; three deaths, one in ICU in South Africa. Genomic sequencing underway.
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Sickle Cell NGO Honours Volunteers, Launches N10m Campaign
Sickle Cell Advocacy and Management Initiative (SAMI) honoured volunteers at its 2026 Lagos retreat, launching a N10 million crowdfunding campaign #1kforSickle to support sickle cell care.
MFM Lekki Brings Medical, Food, Skills to Noforija Community
MFM Lekki organized a humanitarian outreach in Noforija, Epe, offering free medical services, food, clothing, and skills training to hundreds, aiming for long-term self-reliance.
Putin Orders Anti-Ageing Vaccine Development
Russian President Putin has ordered scientists to create the world's first anti-ageing vaccine, targeting the RAGE receptor with gene therapy. The project is part of a $26 billion national programme.
43 Ogun Mothers Get Free Surgeries in Philanthropic Push
UK-based Nigerian entrepreneur Toba Ogunremi funded emergency surgeries and cleared hospital bills for 43 indigent pregnant women and new mothers in Ogun State, reducing maternal mortality.
Women Leaders Group Medical Outreach to Cover All 36 States
WLSA begins nationwide medical outreach in Kano, targeting 36 states to provide free healthcare to vulnerable women and children.
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Woman Dies After Delivering Quintuplets in Akure
A 45-year-old Nigerian woman died hours after giving birth to quintuplets via IVF, following 14 years of childlessness. Pulmonary embolism was the cause.
Niger State Holds Expanded Oversight Health Meeting
Niger State Primary Health Care Development Agency held an expanded oversight meeting with 25 local government chairmen and district heads to review health activities and the Abuja commitment.
Women Leaders Group Provides Free Healthcare to 1,500 in Kano
Women Leaders Support Advancement Group provides free medical care to 1,500 women and children across Kano State, including consultations, medications, and food items.
Why Nutrition Advice Fails Many Nigerians
Despite abundant nutrition advice, many Nigerians struggle to apply it due to environmental, cultural, and trust barriers. A nutritionist explains why personalized, practical solutions work better.
LSACA Urges Workers to Prioritise HIV Testing, 600 Benefit
Lagos AIDS agency calls on workers to embrace regular HIV testing, reject stigma. Over 600 workers received free screening at Workers' Day event.
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Executives Must Prioritize Preventive Care – Dr. Agogbuo
Dr. Chigbo Joshua Agogbuo, CEO of WholeShield Pharmaceuticals, discusses executive health, preventive care, stress management, and the risks of improper exercise.
Nigeria’s Hidden Glaucoma Crisis Demands Urgent Action
Nigeria faces a glaucoma crisis with up to 14 million undiagnosed cases. Urgent action needed to expand screening, train eye care workers, and prevent irreversible blindness.
Enugu Cuts Malaria Rate from 24% to 9.9% in 2026
Enugu State government announces reduction in malaria prevalence from 24% to 9.9% in early 2026, with health insurance for 1,000 pregnant women and free testing and treatment across 527 health institutions.
Maternal Health Crisis Linked to Future Chronic Disease
Professor Eifediyi's inaugural lecture at AAU argues that poor maternal health programs lifelong disease risks, urging Nigeria to invest in prenatal care.
Hina Gana Foundation birth kits cut maternal deaths in Niger
Hina Gana Foundation distributes birth kits to over 100 pregnant women in Niger State, aiming to reduce maternal and child mortality in underserved communities.
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SWW Reports 25,000 Mental Health Interventions, Urges Govt Action
She Writes Woman (SWW) reports 25,000 mental health interventions and over 200 averted suicides in 10 years, urging the Nigerian government to strengthen mental health systems and inclusion.
LSACA Urges Workers to Prioritise HIV Testing at May Day
Lagos State AIDS Control Agency calls on workers to embrace regular HIV testing and reject stigma, emphasizing health as key to productivity and economic stability.
5 Silent Organ-Damaging Infections: Early Signs You Must Know
Learn about five common infections like UTIs and H. pylori that can silently damage your kidneys, liver, and heart. Recognize subtle symptoms and when to seek medical help.
Rivers Community Demands Mobile Health Services Over Oil Crisis
Residents of Bille Kingdom in Rivers State call for urgent mobile health services due to environmental and health crisis from oil and gas activities, warning of contaminated water and severe pollution.
Over 1,000 Get Free Medical Care in Lagos Outreach
More than 1,000 residents received free health screenings, consultations, and medications during a three-day medical outreach in a Lagos community, sponsored by Co-Elite Club of Indiana, USA.
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Experts Urge Swift Action on Sickle Cell Burden in Nigeria
Health experts call for urgent collaborative efforts to tackle sickle cell disease in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting high prevalence and need for improved care.
NNPCL Donates 100-Bed Wards to Igbobi Hospital
NNPCL, through its foundation, rehabilitated three wards with 100-bed capacity at National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, Lagos, addressing brain drain and infrastructure issues.
Ashcorp Commits Long-Term to Sickle Cell Foundation of Nigeria
Ashcorp Group visits Sickle Cell Foundation of Nigeria, donates medication and supplies, pledges long-term support ahead of World Sickle Cell Awareness Day.
Niger Governor Launches 2026 Immunization Week
Governor Bago of Niger State launches 2026 World and African Immunization Week, urging parents to vaccinate children and dispelling myths.
Group Urges Govt to Implement Patient Navigation in Cancer Centres
Project Pink Blue calls on federal and state governments to implement patient navigation services across cancer centres to reduce late detection and improve access to care.
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Experts Urge Lagos to Strengthen Primary Healthcare
Health experts call on Lagos State to boost primary healthcare, improve access, and fix infrastructure deficits like electricity and water supply.
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