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Health · Leadership News ·Foundation Storms Oyo Campuses With Cancer Awareness Campaign
A foundation has launched a cancer awareness campaign across several educational institutions in Oyo State. The initiative aims to educate students and staff on the importance of early detection and preventative measures to combat the disease within various campus communities.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Still On Lassa Fever Scourge
Nigeria continues to manage the persistent outbreak of Lassa fever across various states. Health authorities and government agencies are maintaining surveillance and response efforts to mitigate the impact of the viral disease, which remains a significant public health challenge for the nation during its peak transmission seasons.
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Court affirms FCCPC’s powers to probe medical negligence
A court has affirmed the legal authority of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission to investigate cases of medical negligence in Nigeria. This ruling empowers the commission to address consumer rights violations in the health sector, ensuring that patients have a regulatory path for seeking redress against professional misconduct by medical practitioners.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
Nutrition council adopts 10-year food, nutrition policy for FEC approval
The National Council on Nutrition has adopted a ten-year food and nutrition policy, which will now be presented to the Federal Executive Council for final approval. This long-term strategic framework is designed to address nutritional challenges and enhance food security across Nigeria over the next decade.
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Health · BusinessDay ·Interconnected risks, fragmented systems: Nigeria’s One Health imperative
Nigeria faces complex health challenges that require a unified approach known as One Health. Current systems remain fragmented despite the interconnected risks between humans, animals, and the environment. Implementing this integrated strategy is seen as essential for effectively managing public health threats and improving national outcomes across various sectors.
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Health · ThisDay ·
Court Upholds FCCPC Powers to Investigate Medical Negligence
A Nigerian court has affirmed the legal authority of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission to investigate cases of medical negligence. The ruling reinforces the commission's mandate to protect consumer rights within the healthcare sector, ensuring that medical practitioners and facilities remain accountable for service delivery standards under existing regulatory frameworks.
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Health · ThisDay ·
Malaria Prevalence Drops from 20% to 15%, Says FG
The Nigerian Federal Government reports that malaria prevalence in the country has decreased from 20% to 15%. This reduction reflects ongoing efforts by health authorities to manage and eliminate the disease through targeted interventions. The announcement highlights a notable improvement in public health outcomes related to malaria control across the federation.
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Health · ThisDay ·
COVID-19 Case Triggers Senate Alarm Over Weaknesses in Nigeria’s Outbreak Response
The Nigerian Senate has expressed significant concern regarding the nation's public health preparedness following a new COVID-19 case. Lawmakers identified critical vulnerabilities in the existing outbreak response framework, urging immediate improvements to strengthen surveillance and emergency measures to prevent a wider spread within the country.
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Health · ThisDay ·
Shettima: Nigeria Ready to End Malnutrition with Nutrition 774 Initiative
Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced that Nigeria is launching the Nutrition 774 Initiative to combat malnutrition nationwide. The program targets nutritional deficiencies across all 774 local government areas, aiming to improve public health outcomes and ensure better food security for citizens through a coordinated federal and local framework.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
Malaria prevalence in FCT drops to 7.9%
Malaria prevalence in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory has decreased to a rate of 7.9 percent. This reduction follows various health interventions aimed at controlling the spread of the mosquito-borne disease within the region. The data highlights progress in public health efforts to reduce the burden of malaria on residents in the capital city.
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Health · ThisDay ·
FG, Oyo Tasked on Better Remuneration for Laboratory Workers
The Federal Government and the Oyo State Government have been urged to implement improved pay structures for laboratory workers. Stakeholders are advocating for better financial compensation to ensure adequate reward and motivation for these essential professionals working within the healthcare and scientific sectors.
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Health · Leadership News ·
World Safety Day: Lagos Restates Commitment to Safe Workplaces
In commemoration of World Safety Day, the Lagos State government has reaffirmed its dedication to maintaining and promoting occupational safety standards. Authorities emphasized their ongoing efforts to ensure that work environments remain secure and hazard-free for all employees operating within the state.
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Health · The Punch ·Otti seeks global certification for three Abia hospitals
Abia State Governor Alex Otti is actively pursuing international accreditation for three healthcare facilities within the state. The initiative is designed to upgrade the targeted hospitals to meet global standards, thereby enhancing the overall quality of medical services available to residents.
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Health · BusinessDay ·Emzor calls for API investment to tackle Nigeria’s malaria burden
Emzor is advocating for increased financial investment in active pharmaceutical ingredients to help alleviate the severe malaria burden affecting Nigeria. The pharmaceutical company suggests that directing resources toward these essential manufacturing components will significantly strengthen the national healthcare response and improve the management of the disease across the country.
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Health · Leadership News ·
UNICEF Calls For Stronger Immunisation Efforts In Bauchi
The United Nations Children's Fund has urged authorities and stakeholders in Bauchi State to intensify their local immunisation campaigns. The organisation is advocating for enhanced efforts to improve vaccination coverage and ensure better public healthcare delivery within the northern Nigerian state.
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GAC, UNICEF Support Bauchi With 45 Motorcycles To Enhance Reproductive Health Services
GAC and UNICEF have provided Bauchi State with a donation of forty-five motorcycles to support local medical initiatives. The joint contribution is specifically aimed at enhancing the delivery and accessibility of reproductive health services for residents throughout the state.
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Akwa Ibom activates red alert over new COVID-19 outbreak
Authorities in Akwa Ibom State have officially activated a red alert in response to a newly reported outbreak of the COVID-19 virus. The state is heightening its public health surveillance and emergency readiness to address the resurgence of the disease and protect residents.
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Health · The Punch ·
Female genital mutilation has no medical benefit – NGO
A non-governmental organization has stated that female genital mutilation offers no medical advantages. The group aims to raise awareness about the harmful practice by emphasizing the complete absence of health benefits associated with the procedure, which is often performed on women and young girls.
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Health · Vanguard ·Akwa Ibom heightens surveillance over new COVID-19 outbreak
The Akwa Ibom state government has increased its public health surveillance efforts following reports of a new COVID-19 outbreak. Authorities are actively monitoring the situation to implement necessary preventive measures and manage the potential spread of the virus within the region.
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Health · BusinessDay ·FG endorses nationwide youth health competition to fight malaria
The Nigerian Federal Government has officially endorsed a new nationwide health competition focused on mobilizing young people to combat malaria. The public health initiative aims to engage the youth population across the country in national efforts to control and eventually eradicate the widespread disease.
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