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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·One-time HIV treatment clears virus in newborn primates — Researchers
Researchers report that a one-time HIV treatment eliminated the virus in newborn primates, indicating a possible advance in early-life HIV intervention. The finding suggests scientists are exploring whether a single-dose approach could help clear infection shortly after birth.
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Health · Leadership News ·FG, ICPC Launch Joint Task Team To Curb Corruption In Health Sector
The Federal Government and the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission have launched a joint task team aimed at tackling corruption in Nigeria’s health sector. The move indicates a coordinated effort to strengthen oversight, improve accountability, and address malpractice affecting health service delivery.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Abia PHCs Record Over 1m Attendance In 12 Months
Abia State’s primary healthcare centres recorded more than one million attendances within a 12-month period, indicating heavy use of frontline health services across the state. The report points to patient volume at PHCs over the year without providing further detail in the headline.
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Health · Leadership News ·
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Surpasses Previous Death Toll
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo are facing a worsening Ebola outbreak, with reported deaths now exceeding the toll recorded in a previous outbreak. The development points to a deepening public health emergency and increased concern over containment efforts, treatment capacity and the outbreak’s broader impact.
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Health · ThisDay ·
EU Releases €2.3m to Fight Cholera As Nigeria Gets €1.5m
The European Union has released €2.3 million to support cholera response efforts, with Nigeria allocated €1.5 million from the total. The funding indicates targeted assistance for addressing the disease and supporting health-related interventions in the country.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Ondo govt unveils fresh healthcare reforms
The Ondo State government has announced a fresh set of healthcare reforms, signalling new changes in the state’s health sector. The development points to efforts to improve healthcare delivery and related public health systems, although the specific measures are not detailed in the headline.
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Health · Leadership News ·
EU Earmarks €2.3m To Curb Cholera Outbreak In Nigeria, Others
The European Union has allocated €2.3 million to support efforts to contain a cholera outbreak affecting Nigeria and other countries. The funding is aimed at strengthening response measures as health authorities work to reduce infections and manage the spread of the disease.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·EU approves €1.5m emergency aid for Nigeria’s cholera response
The European Union has approved €1.5 million in emergency assistance to support Nigeria’s response to a cholera outbreak. The funding is intended to aid health and humanitarian efforts aimed at containing the disease and addressing urgent public health needs.
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Health · Leadership News ·
4 Die After Suspected Food Poisoning In Kano
Four people have reportedly died in Kano following suspected food poisoning, according to Leadership News. Details on the cause, victims, and any official response were not provided in the headline.
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Health · Vanguard ·EU releases €2.3m to tackle cholera in West, Central Africa
The European Union has released €2.3 million to support efforts to tackle cholera in West and Central Africa. The funding is aimed at responding to the outbreak in affected areas and strengthening measures to address the public health challenge across the region.
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Health · Daily Post ·Alleged IVF fraud: FG files fresh 12-count charge against Abuja medical doctor
The Federal Government has filed a fresh 12-count charge against an Abuja-based medical doctor over alleged IVF fraud, indicating a new stage in the case and suggesting that legal proceedings against the practitioner are being expanded.
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Health · Leadership News ·
About 3,000 People Gain From NNPC/Shell Badagry Vision First Outreach
About 3,000 people reportedly benefited from the NNPC and Shell Vision First outreach in Badagry, indicating a large-scale community intervention linked to eye or vision care services in the area.
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Health · The Punch ·Nigerian traders seek China’s support for cataract outreach, AI training
Nigerian traders are seeking support from China for programmes focused on cataract outreach and artificial intelligence training. The move points to interest in international cooperation to expand eye care efforts and build AI-related skills among members of the trading community.
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Health · Nairametrics ·
Nigeria gets 65% of EU’s €2.3 million cholera fund for 4 African countries
Nigeria has received 65% of the European Union’s €2.3 million cholera response fund allocated to four African countries, indicating that it is the largest beneficiary of the support package aimed at addressing cholera-related needs in the affected nations.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Cross River govt to conduct free surgeries for 100 men with hydrocele
The Cross River State Government plans to carry out free hydrocele surgeries for 100 men, indicating a public health intervention aimed at treating the condition at no cost to beneficiaries. The initiative focuses on expanding access to surgical care for affected residents in the state.
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Health · Premium Times ·SPECIAL REPORT: In Jigawa communities, nutrition programmes offer hope amid child hunger
A special report examines how nutrition programmes in communities across Jigawa State are providing support in response to child hunger. It focuses on local efforts aimed at improving children’s nutrition and highlights the role of intervention schemes in an area facing food and health challenges.
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Health · Daily Post ·Four Almajiri die after suspected food poisoning in Kano
Four Almajiri children reportedly died in Kano after a case of suspected food poisoning. The incident points to a possible public health emergency, with the cause of the poisoning yet to be confirmed at the time indicated by the headline.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Junaidu elected Provost of College of Veterinary Surgeons of Nigeria
Junaidu has been elected Provost of the College of Veterinary Surgeons of Nigeria, signaling a leadership change at the professional body for veterinary practitioners. The development places him at the head of the institution responsible for advancing standards and professional affairs within Nigeria’s veterinary field.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
Resident Doctors Commend Uba Sani On Welfare
Resident doctors have commended Uba Sani over welfare-related measures, indicating approval of actions or policies affecting their wellbeing. The headline suggests the recognition is tied to support for doctors, though no further details are provided about the specific initiatives involved.
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Health · Daily Post ·Resident doctors commend Uba Sani on welfare
Resident doctors have commended Uba Sani over welfare-related efforts, indicating approval of measures or support linked to their wellbeing. The headline suggests the recognition centers on conditions affecting doctors, though no further details are provided.
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