Orthopaedic Hospital Decries Infrastructural Gap, Electricity Bills
National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi, Lagos, faces infrastructural gaps, manpower shortages, and high electricity costs, spending N50-N60m monthly on power.
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Lagos Plans Specialist Hospitals, Medical Innovation Zone
Lagos State unveils plans for specialist hospitals, a medical innovation zone, a new university, and digital health platform to transform healthcare and reduce medical tourism.
Nigeria Ready to Implement Africa Health Workforce Charter
Nigeria commits to the Africa Health Workforce Investment Charter, targeting $900m in health investments and addressing workforce shortages and migration.
PCOS Renamed PMOS: Landmark Change in Women's Health
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) has been officially renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) to better reflect its metabolic and endocrine nature, improving diagnosis and treatment.
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5 Medical Tests for People Aged 30 and Above
A human anatomist recommends five crucial medical tests for individuals aged 30 and above to maintain optimal health and prevent diseases.
UK Doctor Lists 6 Major Causes of Liver Cancer After Alexx Ekubo Death
Following Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo's death from liver cancer, a UK-based consultant physician outlines six key causes of the disease to educate the public.
PCOS Renamed to PMOS After 14 Years of Research
PCOS is now PMOS. The name change reflects a broader understanding of the condition as a metabolic and hormonal disorder, not just ovarian cysts.
Obi Hails Nurses as Backbone of Nigeria's Healthcare System
Peter Obi describes nurses as the backbone of Nigeria's healthcare system, urging reforms on World Nurses Day for better pay and conditions.
Cross River Nurses Decry Acute Manpower Shortage
Cross River NANNM chair Josephine Bassey calls for massive recruitment of nurses and midwives to address acute manpower shortage, warning of burnout and declining efficiency.
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Lagos Faces Shortfall of 33,000 Doctors, Commissioner Says
Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi, says the state has only 7,000 doctors against a required 40,000, highlighting a severe healthcare manpower gap.
PSHAN Launches Vivo Health to Improve Nigeria Healthcare
PSHAN launches Vivo Health, a digital platform integrating AI telecare, emergency services, and verified providers to improve healthcare access and accountability in Nigeria.
Texas Nurse's Family Hails Miraculous Coma Recovery
Sarah Danh, 27, a Texas nurse in a coma after a honeymoon stroke, is recovering miraculously. Her family shares her progress from sitting up to speaking.
Only 3.4% of Nigerian men attend antenatal visits: UN Women
UN Women reveals that only 3.4% of Nigerian men accompany spouses to antenatal visits, highlighting low male involvement in maternal healthcare.
Lafarge Africa Free Breast Screening for Women in Lagos
Lafarge Africa, in partnership with Leadway Health, provided free breast cancer screening for women in Lagos, addressing early detection and healthcare access.
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Lafarge Africa Fights Malaria in Host Communities with Campaign
Lafarge Africa launched a nationwide malaria outreach campaign on May 6, 2026, mobilizing over 1,000 participants across host communities to raise awareness and promote prevention.
WHO, NCDC Say Hantavirus Risk Low for Nigerians
WHO and NCDC downplay hantavirus risks, confirming no cases in Nigeria and low transmission risk, unlike COVID-19.
Lagos Issues Hantavirus Advisory After Cruise Ship Outbreak
Lagos State health authorities have issued an advisory on hantavirus symptoms and prevention following an outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, with confirmed Andes strain cases and fatalities.
NCDC Lists 7 Steps to Avoid Hantavirus in Nigeria
The NCDC urges Nigerians to maintain hygiene and avoid rodents as global hantavirus cases rise, though no case has been confirmed in Nigeria.
Olaopa Praises Wada's IVF Breakthroughs
Prof. Tunji Olaopa lauds Dr. Ibrahim Wada's IVF successes at Nisa Premier Hospital, highlighting the impact on infertility stigma and societal pressures in Nigeria.
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FG Commissions 100-Bed Hospital in Zaria for Healthcare
Nigeria commissions a 100-bed Renewed Hope Specialist Hospital in Zaria, Kaduna State, to expand access to quality healthcare and advance SDG 3.
Ethiopian woman births quintuplets after 12-year wait
An Ethiopian woman delivered quintuplets naturally after 12 years of trying, with all five babies in full health, a rare 1-in-55-million event.
CAS Hails Nurses as Lifesavers, Critical Health Pillars
Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal Sunday Aneke praises nurses as lifesavers and critical pillars in military healthcare during 2026 International Nurses Week.
Dr Fatelyn Okakah Appointed Director at ISTH Geriatric Centre
Dr Fatelyn Okakah is named director of the Centre for Geriatric Care at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, effective April 27, 2026, recognizing her leadership and dedication to medical excellence.
SEOF Mission Saves Lives with Cardiology Procedures in Anambra
The Sir Emeka Okwuosa Foundation's ninth Biannual Medical Mission has performed life-saving cardiology procedures on babies and adults in Anambra State.
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Nigeria’s First Cardio-Nephrology Professor Drives Innovation
Prof. Olurotimi Badero, Nigeria’s first Professor of Cardio-Nephrology, advances healthcare through innovation, mentorship, and specialist training amid brain drain concerns.
Nephrologist Warns Late Visits Worsen Kidney Failure in Nigeria
Prof. Jacob Awobusuyi warns that many Nigerians with kidney disease delay treatment, leading to advanced stages and poor outcomes. Over 20 million affected.
Banigo Hails Senate Passage of Healthcare Funding Bill
Senator Ipalibo Harry Banigo praised the Senate's passage of the BHCPF Amendment Bill, increasing the fund from 1% to 2%, as a major milestone for Nigeria's healthcare system.
Prostate Enlargement Fuels Kidney Failure in Nigerian Men
Experts alarm as prostate enlargement and late cancer diagnosis cause kidney failure among Nigerian men. Over 80% present late; TPC marks 100 robotic surgeries and plans a dedicated robotic cancer centre.
Dr Okakah Named Coordinator of Geriatric Care at ISTH
Dr Fatelyn Okakah has been appointed Coordinator of the Centre for Geriatric Care at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, effective April 27, 2026.
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85% of Nigeria's PHCs Lack Doctors Despite N55.4bn Budget
A new survey reveals 85% of Nigeria's primary health centres have no doctor, despite N55.44 billion disbursed from 2022-2025. Experts blame weak governance and poor state prioritization.
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