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Health · Vanguard ·Gombe launches livestock vaccination against major diseases
Gombe has launched a livestock vaccination campaign targeting major diseases in the state. The headline does not identify the diseases, animals covered, timing, scale, or officials involved.
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Health · Premium Times ·Plateau develops five-year plan as HIV donor funding declines
Plateau State is developing a five-year plan as donor funding for HIV-related efforts declines. The headline signals a planning response to reduced external support but does not specify the plan’s measures, funding sources or expected impact.
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Health · Channels TV ·‘No Epidemic Risks’ After Reported Plague Death, Russia Health Agency Says
Russia’s health agency says there is no risk of an epidemic following a reported death from plague. The headline does not provide further details about the death or the agency’s assessment.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Cross River govt urges Zipline to cut cost of drone medical deliveries
Cross River State government has urged Zipline to reduce the cost of delivering medical supplies by drone. The headline does not specify the current charges or whether the company has responded.
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Health · Channels TV ·No Obesity Drugs, Surgery For Under-10s — WHO
The World Health Organization says children under 10 should not be given obesity drugs or undergo obesity surgery. The headline does not specify the guidance’s rationale or any exceptions.
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Health · Leadership News ·
NCDC Reviews Ebola Risk To Nigeria After Kenya Confirms Imported Case
Nigeria’s Centre for Disease Control is reassessing the country’s risk from Ebola after Kenya confirmed an imported case. The headline does not specify the level of risk, the source of the case, or any measures being considered by Nigerian authorities.
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Health · Daily Post ·Declare state of emergency on drug abuse – Ogun psychiatrist tells FG
A psychiatrist in Ogun State has urged the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency on drug abuse. The headline does not provide further details about the recommendation or the reasons behind it.
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Health · BusinessDay ·
SID initiative, gender equality fund champions advocate for stronger collaboration across Malaria, TB and HIV responses
The SID initiative and gender equality fund are advocating stronger collaboration among efforts addressing malaria, tuberculosis and HIV. Their call highlights the need for closer coordination across the three health responses.
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Health · Channels TV ·WHO Chief Urges Transparency Amid Russia Plague Reports
The World Health Organization chief has urged transparency amid reports of plague in Russia. The headline does not specify the reported cases, their location, or what information officials have provided.
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Health · BellaNaija ·La Roche-Posay Announces Dates for Living Lab Nigeria in Lagos
La Roche-Posay has announced the dates for Living Lab Nigeria, which is set to take place in Lagos. The headline does not specify the programme or activities planned for the event.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·5 health dangers of drinking herbal concoctions to cure diseases
The Nigerian Tribune report focuses on five health dangers linked to drinking herbal concoctions to cure diseases. The headline does not identify the specific risks or provide details about the remedies discussed.
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Health · Channels TV ·
Passenger Dies After ‘Medical Emergency’ On Kenya Airways Flight To Lagos
A passenger died after experiencing a medical emergency aboard a Kenya Airways flight bound for Lagos. The headline does not specify the passenger’s identity or the circumstances of the emergency.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Veteran Actress Ngozi Ezeonu Raises Alarm Over Fake Medicines, Baby Food
Veteran actress Ngozi Ezeonu has raised concerns about fake medicines and baby food. The headline does not specify the products involved, the nature of her warning or any response from authorities.
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Health · The Punch ·Hypertension, stress raise heart disease risk among military personnel – Doctor
A doctor says hypertension and stress increase the risk of heart disease among military personnel. The headline identifies these factors as concerns for the health of people serving in the military.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·NAFDAC seeks stronger African cooperation on food safety
Nigeria’s NAFDAC is seeking stronger cooperation across Africa on food safety. The call points to greater collaboration among African countries and relevant institutions to support efforts to protect food safety.
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Health · Nairametrics ·
WHO rules out weight-loss drugs for children below 10 in first obesity guidelines
The World Health Organization’s first obesity guidelines rule out the use of weight-loss drugs for children younger than 10. The headline does not specify which medications are covered or what other treatment recommendations the guidelines include.
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Health · ThisDay ·
Ike: Why Nigeria Must Intensify Fight Against Drug-Resistant Gonorrhoea
Ike argues that Nigeria should intensify efforts to tackle drug-resistant gonorrhoea. The headline frames the issue as a public health concern, but does not specify the proposed measures or provide further details about the disease’s prevalence.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Abuja Airport Enforces Health Declaration Forms Amid Ebola Alert
Abuja airport is enforcing health declaration forms amid an Ebola alert. The headline does not specify when the measure began, who must complete the forms, or whether any suspected cases have been reported.
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Health · Premium Times ·Ngozi Ezeonu, Ruth Kadiri, others call out NAFDAC over alleged fake drugs in circulation
Nollywood actors Ngozi Ezeonu, Ruth Kadiri and others have called on Nigeria’s drug regulator, NAFDAC, over concerns about alleged counterfeit medicines circulating in the country. The headline does not specify the products involved or describe the regulator’s response.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·5 dangers of using expired medicines
The Nigerian Tribune headline highlights five potential dangers associated with using medicines after their expiry date. It points to a health-focused discussion of the risks, though the specific dangers are not detailed in the headline.
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