Korede Abdullah in Lagos The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its Global Tuberculosis Report 2024, revealing that tuberculosis (TB) has likely reclaimed its position as the world’s leading infectious disease killer, surpassing COVID-19. This disturbing trend is largely attributed to the ongoing challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2023, the 30 high TB…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano As the Project 10 Million Campaign commenced across the country, people of Kano state have been urged to come out for screening for hypertension and diabetes. The call was made by the state Commissioner for Health, Dr. Abubakar Labaran Yusuf on Monday while leading the symbolic commencement of the exercise at…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Federal Government has taken a significant step towards achieving a self-sustaining healthcare system by partnering with pharmaceutical giant, GSK, to enhance local drug production in Nigeria. This collaboration is part of President Bola Tinubu’s Presidential Initiative to unlock the Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC). According to Minister of Health and Social…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano The Kaduna State Government has initiated a comprehensive free medical screening programme aimed at detecting non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in 500,000 residents. The initiative, dubbed “Project 10 Million – Know Your Number, Control Your Number,” was officially launched by Governor Uba Sani. The governor emphasized the pressing need to address the rising…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The organizers of the Lagos Women Run 2024 have announced that over 10,000 women have registered to participate in this year’s event, slated for November 9th. Convener Tayo Popoola revealed that 7,895 women have registered online, with an additional 5,000 offline registrations. The Lagos Women Run aims to promote sustainable development,…
The World Health Organisation, (WHO) report has revealed that approximately 8.2 million people were newly diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB) in 2023, marking the highest number recorded since global TB monitoring began in 1995. This figure is up from 7.5 million in 2022, solidifying TB’s position as the leading infectious disease killer, surpassing COVID-19. The Global…
The 11th Merck Foundation Africa-Asia Luminary Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, has gathered first ladies from over 15 African and Asian countries to address pressing healthcare issues across both continents. The two-day summit brings together ministers, policymakers, health experts, and journalists from over 70 countries to foster lasting solutions for a healthier future in…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Nigeria is grappling with a severe shortage of radiographers and sonographers, with only 4,800 radiographers available to cater to its 200 million population. This alarming figure was revealed by Prof. Mark Okeji, Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria. The situation is further compounded by the…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Ekiti State government has embarked on an ambitious health initiative, targeting 200,000 residents for free screening for hypertension and diabetes. Governor Biodun Oyebanji announced the program, which is part of the Federal Government’s “Project 10 Million – Know Your Number, Control Your Number” campaign. The state has set up 161…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Ondo State chapter, has sounded the alarm on the devastating impact of brain drain on the country’s health sector. Chairman Dr. Olumuyiwa Alonge emphasized that fair compensation and career fulfilment are crucial to retaining medical professionals. “When healthcare professionals are remunerated fairly and equitably, they feel…
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