[ad_1] Despite investing $216 million to support countries to strengthen hypertension care at primary health care level, approximately 80 percent or 4 out of every 5 people with the disease are not adequately treated. The World Health Organisation releasing its first-ever report on the devastating global impact of high blood pressure said the number of…
[ad_1] On Monday, the African Ministers Council on Water (AMCOW) called on African countries to strengthen systems that would improve access to sanitation services for the people sustainably. AMCOW’s executive secretary, Rashid Mbaziira, made the call in an interview with journalists in Abuja. He said the council would continue to promote implementing and utilising the…
[ad_1] Blood pressure patient There are several home remedies that can be used to help manage high blood pressure levels and improve heart health, including making changes to your diet and lifestyle. What is high blood pressure? Blood pressure is the force at which blood pumps from the heart into the arteries. A normal blood…
[ad_1] The three-day protest by pressure group Democracy Hub dubbed ‘’Occupy Jubilee House” came to an end at the weekend. Though the protestors did not achieve their ultimate aim of assembling in front of the seat of government, their call for improved governance, economy and an end to what they described as increasing corruption in…
[ad_1] The World Health Organisation (WHO) has appealed for $160.4 million to respond to cholera through the global strategic preparedness, readiness and response plan in seven countries. WHO said in a statement on Monday that $16.6 million was released from the WHO Contingency Fund for Emergencies for cholera response in 2022 and 2023. The countries…
[ad_1] Ayub Kanyi Nyamu has one kidney. Kanyi says in his court case that the recipient of his other kidney was one Gilbert Matindi Wachira. The removal and the transplant were done at Mediheal Group of Hospitals on May 21, 2019. However, the contention that is now before High Court Judge Mugure Thande is whether…
[ad_1] Ghana is to host this year’s United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping Ministerial Meeting, the first to be held in Africa, since its inception in 2014. The biennial meeting would focus on securing commitments from UN Member States to fill critical gaps, leverage new technologies and address key priorities to enhance operational effectiveness of missions. The…
[ad_1] Economy Employers, workers oppose more taxes to fund unemployment cover Monday September 25 2023 Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) executive director, Jacqueline Mugo. FILE PHOTO | FRANCIS NDERITU | NMG Employers and workers have vowed to fight a proposed law seeking to have three percent of salaries deducted to fund a short-term monthly stipend…
[ad_1] The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH) chapter, has advocated for improved welfare and enhanced remuneration to tackle the alarming rate of brain drain in the health sector. Badmus Kabir, the association’s vice-president, told journalists on Sunday in Zaria that brain drain, popularly known as ‘Japa Syndrome,’ has…
[ad_1] The National Agency for Food, Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians against using four products containing potent medicinal ingredients, steroids, and other banned substances. The warning is in a public alert signed by the agency’s director general, Mojisola Adeyeye, in Abuja on Sunday. Ms Adeyeye said the agency was notified of the…
