Ogun State Government has embarked on a large-scale vaccination program to immunize 420,000 cattle against anthrax within the next three months. Dr. Taiwo Jolaoso, Director of Ogun State Veterinary Services, made the disclosure on Monday while giving updates on the ongoing vaccination exercise. According to Jolaoso, “The state government plans to vaccinate over 420,000 cattle…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has called for renewed efforts in public-private partnerships and integrated service delivery to combat the growing tuberculosis (TB) burden in the country. Speaking at the 2024 National TB Conference in Abuja, Mrs. Tinubu emphasized the urgency of addressing the disease, describing it as “a leading cause of death in Nigeria.”…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has launched its first colposcopy centre at the FCT General Hospitals, a step toward combating cervical cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in Nigeria. The facility, equipped with a colposcopy machine donated by Nordica Fertility Centre, Abuja, will enhance early detection and treatment of cervical cancer….
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Network of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Nigeria (NEPWHAN) has urged the Federal Government and stakeholders to adopt a comprehensive and inclusive approach to HIV response in Nigeria. This call was made on the occasion of the 2024 World AIDS Day, with the theme “Take the Right Path.” NEPWHAN’s Lagos…
…47% of Nigerian children live in poverty … Nigeria is not complying with the standards of accessibility of primary healthcare facilities in the communities … Misconception about polio vaccine is high … Abused children are double victimized by the event but also by the community many times …Nigeria will achieve few SDGs by 2030…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has refuted claims circulating on social media that it approved a herbal product allegedly capable of making smoking healthy. In a statement released to Africa Health Report (AHR) on Sunday, NAFDAC dismissed the video promoting Lung Detox Tea, also known as Lungitox (Smokers Pride),…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Lagos State Government has partnered with private investors to build a world-class medical facility in Ikoyi, aiming to curb brain drain and medical tourism. Speaking yesterday at the landmark ceremony of the cutting-edge medical facility at Lagos Medipark in Ikoyi, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu commended Iwosan Investments Limited’s Chairman, Mr. Fola Adeola,…
A new study has found that excessive fructose consumption, particularly from processed foods, could promote cancer tumor growth. Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis, led by Dr. Gary Patti, revealed that high fructose intake may increase the development of tumors in animal models of melanoma, breast cancer, and cervical cancer. This research, recently published…
A study by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston has found that consuming fish can reduce the risk of developing tinnitus, a condition characterised by ringing in the ears. Over a span of 30 years, individuals who consumed more than two servings of fish per week were found to have a 25% lower…
The Federal Government has reiterated its dedication to delivering quality healthcare services across Nigeria. Speaking at the eighth annual conference of the Association of Nigeria Health Journalists (ANHEJ) in Abuja, Dr. Salma Anas, the Special Adviser to the President on Health, emphasized this commitment Dr. Anas highlighted the administration’s goals under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership,…
