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Health · Vanguard ·Vanguard screens 180 staff for ‘silent killers’
Vanguard has conducted health screenings for 180 members of its staff to detect conditions described as silent killers. The initiative focused on identifying potentially serious illnesses that may show few or no early symptoms, highlighting an internal workplace effort to support employee health and early detection.
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Health · Daily Trust ·Group Demands Free Healthcare, Security for Aged Citizens
A group is calling for free healthcare and improved security measures for elderly citizens. The demand highlights concerns about the welfare and protection of aged people, while urging relevant authorities and stakeholders to ensure they can access essential medical services and live safely.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
Diphtheria: Death toll rises to 23 as disease spreads to Plateau LGAs
The death toll from diphtheria has risen to 23, while the disease continues to spread across local government areas in Plateau State. The development indicates an expanding public health concern in the state, with affected communities facing increased risks from further transmission.
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Health · Premium Times ·10,613 Lagos children suffered emotional abuse after witnessing domestic violence — Lagos govt
The Lagos State Government reports that 10,613 children experienced emotional abuse after witnessing domestic violence. The disclosure highlights the psychological harm children may face when exposed to violence in the home, though the headline does not provide further details about the period covered, affected communities, or government response.
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Health · The Punch ·Abuja hospital denies organ trafficking, suspends kidney transplant services
An Abuja hospital has denied allegations of organ trafficking and announced the suspension of its kidney transplant services. The development concerns the facility’s response to the allegations and the temporary halt of a specialised medical programme, though the headline provides no further details about the claims, affected patients or duration of the suspension.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Low Vaccine Uptake Threatens Katsina’s Fight Against Diphtheria – Epidemiologist
An epidemiologist has warned that low vaccination rates are undermining Katsina State’s efforts to control diphtheria. The warning highlights concerns that inadequate vaccine uptake could hinder disease prevention and containment, leaving communities more vulnerable to further transmission as health authorities respond to the outbreak.
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Health · Vanguard ·Diphtheria claims 23 lives in Plateau, 143 suspected cases recorded
Diphtheria has reportedly killed 23 people in Plateau State, while health authorities recorded 143 suspected cases. The figures indicate a significant public health concern in the state, although the headline does not provide further details on the affected locations, response measures, or the period covered.
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Health · The Punch ·
Finland steps up measures to contain African swine fever
Finland is intensifying measures to control and prevent the spread of African swine fever, a serious disease affecting pigs. The steps indicate increased efforts by authorities to limit transmission and protect domestic pig populations, though the headline does not provide details on the specific measures or the outbreak’s extent.
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Health · Premium Times ·Rising tobacco farming exposes African workers to health risks – WHO
The World Health Organisation says the expansion of tobacco farming in Africa is exposing agricultural workers to health risks. The warning highlights concerns linked to handling and cultivating tobacco, drawing attention to the occupational dangers faced by workers as production increases across the continent.
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Health · The Punch ·
Ebola outbreak: Lagos reviews Mainland Hospital’s emergency readiness
Lagos State is reassessing the emergency preparedness of Mainland Hospital amid concerns linked to an Ebola outbreak. The review is intended to determine whether the facility can effectively respond to potential cases and support public health measures, although the headline does not provide details about identified cases, the assessment process or its findings.
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Health · Premium Times ·FG begins nationwide distribution of ambulances to strengthen emergency care
The Federal Government has commenced the nationwide distribution of ambulances as part of efforts to improve emergency medical services. The initiative is intended to strengthen the country’s emergency care capacity by making ambulance support more available across states and communities.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·No fixed price for human kidney, says surgeon
A surgeon says there is no fixed or universally established price for a human kidney. The comment concerns the varying costs associated with kidney transactions or transplantation, though the headline provides no further details about the circumstances, location, or factors influencing the amounts involved.
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Health · BusinessDay ·IMAN canvasses faith-sensitive healthcare, multidisciplinary approach to tackling insecurity
IMAN is calling for healthcare services that recognise patients’ religious and cultural sensitivities, alongside collaboration among different professional fields, as part of broader efforts to address insecurity. The organisation’s position links improved health-sector responsiveness and coordinated expertise with measures aimed at confronting Nigeria’s security challenges.
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Health · PM News ·
Diphtheria: How Katsina vaccinated over 150,000 people in five days
Katsina State vaccinated more than 150,000 people against diphtheria within five days, according to PM News. The report highlights the scale and speed of the state’s vaccination effort, but the headline does not specify the locations covered, the groups targeted, or the agency responsible for coordinating the exercise.
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Health · The Punch ·
There’s no fixed price for kidney — Surgeon
A surgeon says kidneys do not have a fixed price, indicating that their value or transaction cost can vary depending on circumstances. The report focuses on the absence of a standard price for kidneys, without providing further details about the factors involved or the specific context of the statement.
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Health · Premium Times ·Diphtheria outbreak kills 15, infects 117 in Plateau
A diphtheria outbreak in Plateau State has killed 15 people and infected 117 others, according to Premium Times. The headline highlights the reported scale of the public health incident but provides no further details about the affected locations, response measures, or timing.
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Health · The Punch ·
Celebrate kidney donors, doctors, not victimise them — Surgeon
A surgeon has urged society to recognise and appreciate kidney donors and the doctors involved in transplants, rather than treating them as suspects or victims. The appeal highlights the need for a more supportive and respectful approach to kidney donation and medical professionals involved in the process.
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Health · Leadership News ·
LEADERSHIP Primary Healthcare Model of the Year 2026: National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA)
Leadership News identifies the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) as the recipient or subject of the 2026 Leadership Primary Healthcare Model of the Year recognition. The headline indicates an award or honour connected to the agency’s role in primary healthcare, but provides no further details about the criteria, event or specific achievements.
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Health · Channels TV ·
‘Literally Tasting The Smoke’, Malaysians Lament As Haze Worsens
Malaysians are reporting worsening haze conditions, with some describing the air as so polluted that they can feel or taste smoke. The headline indicates growing public discomfort and concern as the haze intensifies, but provides no further details about its cause, extent, health effects or official response.
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Health · ThisDay ·
Foundation Supports 3,000 Indigent Residents of Kwara With Medical Outreach
A foundation has provided medical outreach services to 3,000 indigent residents in Kwara State. The initiative focused on supporting underserved community members through healthcare assistance, although the headline does not specify the location, medical services offered, duration of the programme or the foundation involved.
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