Nigeria has confirmed eight new Mpox cases in one week, according to a report released by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Monday. The report for week 41, covering October 7 to 13, revealed that the new infections were identified across various states, including two cases each in Plateau and Bauchi, and one…
Noninvasive stool DNA and FIT testing may significantly reduce the need for post-polypectomy colonoscopies, potentially decreasing procedures by 15% to 41%, according to a study from the Netherlands. The Dutch MOCCAS study, published in Gastroenterology, on Monday highlights that annual FIT surveillance, particularly with FIT FOB-Gold at a threshold of 32 µg/g feces, may match…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has officially certified Egypt as malaria-free, marking the culmination of nearly a century of efforts to eradicate the disease that has afflicted the country since ancient times. This announcement was made in a statement on Sunday. “Malaria is as old as Egyptian civilization, but the disease that plagued pharaohs now…
In a significant move to bolster Nigeria’s healthcare system, the Federal Government has authorized the allocation of N12.911 billion to essential health agencies to improve nationwide access to healthcare services. The funds, allocated for the fourth quarter of 2024 from the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF), is intended to strengthen the National Health Insurance…
There is now therefore no offence for involving in abortion, the Federal government of Nigeria seems to be saying with the planned decriminalization of the act. Abortion law is seemingly abolished with the decision. If proponents argue that high maternal deaths are linked to abortion restriction laws, then, who accounts for uncountable deaths resulting from…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, has cautioned state governors against neglecting the critical health sector while focusing on road infrastructure. Speaking at her 17th annual free medical outreach in Isuochi, Abia State, Onyejeocha emphasized that a healthy population is more vital than infrastructure development. “Governors should…
In a bold step to address the alarming rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension and diabetes, the Nigeria Health Commissioners Forum (NHCF) has unveiled Project 10 Million – Know Your Number, Control Your Number. The nationwide campaign, led by the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, seeks to equip Nigerians with essential health…
In recent time, Diphtheriae disease has emerged on public space, claiming victims as cases climb. Hussaini Ibrahim Kafi in Kano in this feature reports on the return of the disease. Diphtheria, a once-rare bacterial infection, is making a resurgence in Nigeria, raising serious concerns among public health officials. The disease, which is highly contagious and…
Africa registered 50 new deaths from mpox in the past week, bringing the toll to 1,100 since the beginning of the year, the latest data by the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) showed Thursday. Africa CDC said Mpox deaths surged past 1,000 as cases spread to 18 African countries Central African…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos In an enviable achievement, Senegal has become the first African country to receive the World Health Organization’s (WHO) classification for its emergency medical team, marking a significant milestone in the country’s healthcare history. This classification recognizes Senegal’s Type 2 Emergency Medical Team (EMT) for meeting international EMT standards, enabling it to…
