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Health · Leadership News ·NOA Intensifies Lassa Fever Sensitisation Across Akwa Ibom
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) is increasing public sensitisation efforts on Lassa fever across Akwa Ibom State. The initiative focuses on improving awareness of the disease and encouraging residents to understand relevant prevention and health-protection measures.
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Health · The Punch ·Aiyedatiwa distributes pregnancy kits to 1000 women in Ondo
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa distributed pregnancy kits to 1,000 women in the state. The initiative focused on providing the beneficiaries with kits related to pregnancy, although the headline does not specify the programme’s location, timing, contents, or additional support measures.
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Health · The Punch ·
Delta inaugurates new hospital, unveils free medical care programme
Delta State has inaugurated a new hospital and introduced a programme offering free medical care. The development is aimed at expanding access to healthcare services, although the headline does not provide details on the facility’s location, capacity, beneficiaries, or the duration and scope of the free treatment initiative.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Dirty air may trigger rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups — Study
A study reported by Nigerian Tribune suggests that exposure to polluted or dirty air may contribute to flare-ups among people living with rheumatoid arthritis. The finding points to a possible link between air quality and worsening symptoms, although the headline provides no further details about the research methods, participants or specific pollutants involved.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
Diphtheria kills 50 children in Kano
Diphtheria has killed 50 children in Kano, according to Daily Trust. The headline highlights the reported number of child deaths linked to the infectious disease in the state, but provides no further details on when the deaths occurred, the affected communities, or the response by health authorities.
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Health · ThisDay ·
Guinea-Bissau Moves to Pilot ECOWAS Community Health Policy in Gabú, Oio
Guinea-Bissau is set to begin piloting an ECOWAS community health policy in the regions of Gabú and Oio. The initiative will test implementation of the regional policy in the two areas, potentially providing a basis for assessing its application before any wider rollout across the country.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·7 ways new environment boosts your mental health
The report outlines seven ways changing one’s environment may support mental health. It appears to examine how surroundings, such as living, working or social spaces, can influence mood, stress levels and overall psychological wellbeing, while highlighting practical environmental adjustments that may contribute to improved mental wellness.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·N302.3bn national cancer institute to cut medical tourism — NICRAT DG
The Director-General of the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment says the planned N302.3 billion national cancer institute is expected to reduce Nigerians’ reliance on overseas medical care. The announcement highlights the institute’s anticipated role in strengthening domestic cancer treatment and addressing medical tourism.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Ex-council chairman accused of supplying Pentazocine injections in Kano
A former local government council chairman has been accused of supplying pentazocine injections in Kano. The allegation concerns the distribution of the controlled pain medication, though the headline does not provide details about the accuser, circumstances of the alleged supply, or any official response.
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Health · BusinessDay ·76 million stunted: The $412 billion bill we keep choosing to pay — and the farce of a $1 trillion economy without them
BusinessDay examines the economic consequences of child stunting in Nigeria, citing 76 million affected and an estimated $412 billion cost. It contrasts this burden with the country’s ambition to build a $1 trillion economy, highlighting how inadequate nutrition and human development may constrain growth and productivity.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Fake skincare: How to protect your face from toxic local market counterfeits
The report outlines how consumers can identify and avoid counterfeit skincare products sold in local markets. It focuses on the potential risks posed by toxic or fake formulations and highlights protective steps for people seeking to safeguard their facial skin when purchasing cosmetics.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Three-year-old thrown into crocodile pit survives after seven surgeries
A three-year-old child survived after being thrown into a crocodile pit and undergoing seven surgeries. The report focuses on the child’s survival and extensive medical treatment following the incident, though the headline does not provide further details about the circumstances or recovery.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·One polio case could trigger global outbreak—UNICEF
UNICEF has warned that a single confirmed polio case could potentially lead to a wider international outbreak. The alert underscores the continuing risk posed by poliovirus transmission and the need for sustained vigilance and prevention efforts to stop the disease from spreading across communities and borders.
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Health · The Punch ·
Over 50 children killed in Kano diphtheria outbreak – Lawmakers
Lawmakers have reported that more than 50 children have died in a diphtheria outbreak in Kano State. The report highlights the severity of the health emergency affecting children in the state, although the headline does not provide further details about the outbreak’s timeline, affected communities or response measures.
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Health · Channels TV ·
Kano Diphtheria Outbreak Kills Over 50 Children, Says Lawmaker
A lawmaker says a diphtheria outbreak in Kano State has killed more than 50 children. The report highlights the severity of the health emergency, but the headline provides no further details about the affected areas, timeline, response measures or number of reported cases.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·
Kano Assembly urges urgent action as diphtheria outbreak claims over 50 children in Rano LG
The Kano State House of Assembly has called for urgent intervention following a diphtheria outbreak in Rano Local Government Area that has reportedly killed more than 50 children. The lawmakers’ appeal highlights the need for immediate attention to the disease outbreak and its impact on children in the affected community.
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Health · Premium Times ·NAFDAC orders recall, destruction of alcohol in sachets, PET bottles
Nigeria’s National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has directed the recall and destruction of alcohol products packaged in sachets and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles. The directive affects alcohol sold in these formats, with the agency ordering their removal and disposal.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Aiyedatiwa kicks off distribution of 1,000 pregnancy kits to Ondo women
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has commenced the distribution of 1,000 pregnancy kits to women in the state. The initiative is aimed at supporting pregnancy-related needs, although the headline does not specify the beneficiaries’ locations, the distribution process, or the wider programme details.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
FACT CHECK: Are 25 million Nigerians living with kidney disease as Peter Obi claimed?
Daily Trust examines a claim attributed to Peter Obi that 25 million Nigerians are living with kidney disease. The report focuses on fact-checking the accuracy of the figure and assessing whether available evidence supports the statement.
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Health · Daily Post ·Assembly raises alarm as Diphtheria outbreak kills over 50 children in Kano
The Kano State House of Assembly has raised concern over a diphtheria outbreak in the state, with more than 50 children reportedly dead. The development highlights the severity of the health emergency and the need for urgent attention to the affected communities.
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