Health

Non-communicable diseases like diabetes, cancer and hypertension have overtaken the Covid-19 pandemic as the leading cause of death in South Africa.'Stop diabetes'This was disclosed by Deputy Health Minister Dr Joe…

Navigating life is one thing. Rising above its challenges, another.SadYou see, in the grand scheme of things, it’s these experiences that shape us, make us tougher, resilient.If you’ve been through…

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) provides Cholera Situation Report for week 35.Cholera in Nigeria Situation Report for Week 35According to NCDC: "The report provides an update…

According to DRASA (Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh): "According to @NCDCgov, #mpox cases in Nigeria have risen to 48, with the virus now reported in Abuja and 20 other states. One…

People who work on farms and interact with animals are at higher risk of Monkeypox infection, according to National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA)."People working on farms and interacting…

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) disclosed, the first round of polio vaccination campaign in Gaza concluded on Thursday 12 September,…

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo said that 50,000 doses of mpox vaccine from the United States arrived in the country on Tuesday, a week after the first batch…

Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) Judea and Samaria and towards the Gaza Strip disclosed, "third stage of the Polio vaccination campaign in northern Gaza began today."A child…

"Unsafe practices such as improper disposal of refuse and open defecation endanger the safety of water used for drinking and personal use", the Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention…

Mpox in Nigeria - Situation Report as of 1st September, 2024.Mpox In Nigeria Situation Report as of 1st September, 2024See below:

Parkinson’s disease is a devastating condition that progressively causes trouble with movement, mobility, and speech. But while Parkinson’s disease has long been considered a disease of the brain, a growing…

Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, has announced, "Thousands of kids in Newfoundland and Labrador will now have healthy meals guaranteed at school."Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau. Photo: Getty…

Senator Kashim Shettima, Vice President of Nigeria, has made known that the Federal Government's health sector reforms have already attracted over $4.8 billion in potential investments."Nigeria's health sector set for…

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) revealed:Mpox In Nigeria Situation Report. Photo: @NCDCgov"Out of the 48 confirmed cases of #mpox recorded this year in Nigeria, the most…

"Recurrent outbreaks of Lassa Fever is causing loss of lives and placing strain on healthcare systems", Nigeria Health Watch said.Fever is a symptom of Lassa FeverAccording to Nigeria Health Watch:…

Senator Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady of Nigeria, has emphasized that a robust and efficient civil registration system is pivotal to National development and governance.First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi TinubuRead…

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors’ (NARD) has decided "to embark on a seven-day warning strike, disregarding all negotiations and plea attempts by the Federal Government to resolve its concerns…

Public advisoryTo prevent the spread of Mpox, we strongly urge members of the public to adhere to proven infection prevention and control measures. These practices are essential in limiting the…

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has been closely monitoring several endemic diseases including Mpox which has been declared a Public Health Emergency of International / Continental…

Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (AfricaCDC) recommends "a one health strategy in tackling the Mpox outbreak".Mpox (Monkeypox)According to AfricaCDC, a continental autonomous health agency of the African Union…