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Health · The Punch ·Embrace diaspora health insurance for families, HMO urges Nigerians in UK
A health maintenance organisation is urging Nigerians living in the United Kingdom to consider diaspora health insurance plans for family members in Nigeria. The recommendation focuses on helping families access healthcare through insurance arrangements designed to support relatives at home, although the headline provides no further details about the proposal or its terms.
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Health · PM News ·‘Almost all youths sold their kidneys’: Police speaks on viral Abuja-area claim
Police have addressed a viral claim concerning youths in an Abuja area, which alleged that almost all of them had sold their kidneys. The report focuses on the authorities’ response to the circulating allegation, without establishing the claim’s accuracy or providing further confirmed details.
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Health · ThisDay ·
Yar’Adua Cancer Centre, Innova Healthcare Sign MoU to Build Abuja Oncology Hub
The Yar’Adua Cancer Centre and Innova Healthcare have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop an oncology hub in Abuja. The agreement signals a planned collaboration focused on expanding cancer-related healthcare infrastructure and services in Nigeria’s capital, although the headline does not provide details on the project’s scope, timeline or financing.
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Health · Channels TV ·Israel Donates First Batch Of Ambulances, Medical Equipment To Nigeria
Israel has donated the first batch of ambulances and medical equipment to Nigeria, marking the initial stage of a healthcare support initiative. The donation is expected to strengthen emergency response and medical services, although the headline does not provide details on the quantity, recipients, or specific equipment included.
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Health · Daily Post ·FCT Police denies confirming youths in Mararaba, Nyanya, Karu, others sold kidneys
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has denied confirming reports that youths in Mararaba, Nyanya, Karu and other areas sold their kidneys. The denial addresses claims linking young people in the locations to kidney sales, without providing confirmation of the allegation.
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Health · The Punch ·
Doctors must lead fight against quackery, uphold ethics – NMA
The Nigerian Medical Association has called on doctors to take a leading role in combating quackery and maintaining professional ethics. The call highlights the medical profession’s responsibility to protect patients, uphold standards, and help address the practice of unqualified healthcare provision in Nigeria.
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Health · Premium Times ·Lawmaker raises alarm over deaths of children in Rano LGA
A lawmaker has expressed concern over the reported deaths of children in Rano Local Government Area of Kano State. The alarm draws attention to the fatalities and the need for authorities to establish the circumstances surrounding the deaths and respond to the situation.
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Health · Daily Post ·Tragedy in Benue as four siblings die after consuming soft drink from relative
Four siblings in Benue State have reportedly died after consuming a soft drink obtained from a relative. The incident has raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding the beverage and the deaths, although the available headline does not provide further details about the victims, the relative, or any official investigation.
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Health · The Punch ·
Kano seeks additional diphtheria vaccines from FG
Kano State has requested additional doses of diphtheria vaccines from the Federal Government. The move indicates efforts by state health authorities to strengthen vaccination coverage and support ongoing measures to prevent or control diphtheria among residents.
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Health · Leadership News ·
FCT Police Debunks Viral Claim Of Kidney Sales In Nyanya
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has rejected a viral claim alleging that kidneys are being sold in Nyanya. The clarification addresses the circulation of the claim, but the headline provides no further details about its origin, the evidence cited, or any related investigation.
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Health · BusinessDay ·Over 50 child deaths push Kano diphtheria outbreak into emergency
More than 50 children have reportedly died in a diphtheria outbreak in Kano, prompting authorities to classify the situation as an emergency. The development highlights the severity of the disease’s spread and the urgent need for measures to contain it and protect affected communities.
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Health · Daily Post ·‘Russian chess official dies after malaria infection during trip to Nigeria’
A Russian chess official has died after contracting malaria during a trip to Nigeria, according to Daily Post. The report links the death to an infection acquired while travelling in the country, but the headline does not provide further details about the official, the circumstances of the illness, or when the death occurred.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Nigeria targets 70% local drug production as pharma expo draws top officials
Nigeria is pursuing a target of producing 70 percent of its medicines locally, while a pharmaceutical exhibition is attracting senior government and industry officials. The event highlights efforts to strengthen domestic drug manufacturing and reduce reliance on imported medicines, although the headline provides no further details on implementation or timelines.
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Health · Premium Times ·Otti commissions 80-bed Obingwa hospital, renames it after late Chima Ubani
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has commissioned an 80-bed hospital in Obingwa and renamed the facility in honour of the late Chima Ubani. The development marks the formal opening of the healthcare facility and recognises Ubani through its new name.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
Election Season Is Bad for Your Health
The Daily Trust headline examines how election seasons may affect people’s health, potentially drawing attention to the physical or mental strain associated with heightened political activity. The specific health risks, groups affected and supporting evidence are not identified in the headline.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Kebbi monarch advocates grassroots action against malaria
A monarch in Kebbi State has called for stronger grassroots participation in efforts to combat malaria. The appeal highlights the importance of community-level action in preventing and controlling the disease, though the headline does not provide details about the specific measures proposed or the setting of the call.
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Health · The Punch ·
Black smoke chokes Pakistan maternity ward as hospital fire kills 14 infants
A hospital fire in Pakistan filled a maternity ward with black smoke and killed 14 infants. The incident occurred in a healthcare facility caring for newborns, highlighting the deadly impact of the blaze on the maternity unit and the families affected.
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Health · The Punch ·
Otti unveils 80-bed hospital in Abia
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has unveiled an 80-bed hospital in the state. The development marks the commissioning or presentation of a healthcare facility with capacity for 80 beds, although the headline does not provide details about its location, services, funding, or intended beneficiaries.
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Health · PM News ·
Russian chess official dies after malaria mosquito bite in Nigeria
A Russian chess official has died after reportedly being bitten by a mosquito carrying malaria while in Nigeria. The headline indicates that the death was linked to malaria contracted through the mosquito bite, but provides no further details about the official’s identity, location, timing or circumstances.
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Health · Premium Times ·Nigeria Health Watch launches tracker to hold 2027 candidates accountable for health promises
Nigeria Health Watch has introduced a tracker designed to monitor the health-related promises made by candidates contesting the 2027 elections. The initiative aims to provide a basis for assessing candidates’ commitments and holding them accountable for their stated plans on healthcare if they seek or assume public office.
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