Rivers State University Teaching Hospital Records Breakthrough in Mpox Testing

Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) has successfully tested two Mpox samples in its molecular laboratory. According to Adaeze Oreh, Rivers State Commissioner for Health, in a  statement issued on Friday, the achievement marks a major breakthrough in the country’s response to the disease, made possible through collaborative efforts between…

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FAO: Hidden Costs of Global Agrifood Systems Surge to $12tn, Poses Health Risks

The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has disclosed in its 2024 State of Food and Agriculture (SOFA) report that the global agrifood systems incur substantial concealed expenses, amounting to nearly $12 trillion each year. Of this total, over two-thirds—approximately $8.1 trillion—is associated with the health repercussions of poor diets, contributing to an increase…

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NAFDAC Seizes Counterfeit Agrochemicals Worth N5m in Bauchi

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, (NAFDAC) has seized counterfeit agrochemicals worth N5 million during a recent operation in Bauchi Metropolis. The operation targeted counterfeit versions of the widely used agricultural product Patriarc, a pesticide and fertilizer combination designed to boost crop yields and protect plants from pests and diseases. According…

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FG Offers Free Caesarean Sections to Tackle Maternal Mortality in Nigeria

In a significant health policy shift, Nigeria’s government has launched an initiative to provide free Cesarean Sections (C-sections) nationwide, aiming to reduce maternal mortality rates across the country. This program, led by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, comes as part of the Maternal Mortality Reduction Initiative (MAMII), a…

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Aliko Dangote Foundation Donates Ambulance, Medical Consumables to Lagos Hospital

Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Apapa General Hospital has received a significant boost in its healthcare delivery capabilities with the donation of a brand-new ambulance and essential medical consumables by the Aliko Dangote Foundation. The donation which was made on Thursday, is part of the foundation’s efforts to enhance healthcare services, particularly for children and…

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