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Health · Vanguard ·FG targets 172 LGAs with maternal health incentives
The Federal Government is targeting 172 local government areas for maternal health incentives. The initiative is expected to focus on improving support and services related to pregnancy and childbirth in the selected areas, although the headline does not specify the locations, incentive structure or implementation timeline.
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Health · Daily Trust ·‘No new diphtheria case in FCT’
Health authorities in the Federal Capital Territory have reported that no additional diphtheria case has been recorded. The update indicates that the situation remains unchanged regarding new infections in the territory, although the headline provides no further details on the period covered, affected areas, response measures or the status of previously reported cases.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
FCT inaugurates task force to reduce maternal deaths
The Federal Capital Territory has inaugurated a task force focused on reducing maternal deaths. The initiative is expected to coordinate efforts addressing maternal health challenges across the territory, although the headline does not provide details on the task force’s membership, specific measures, timeline or targeted reduction.
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Health · The Punch ·Hajj: Lagos demands hotel clinics, more pilgrims’ slots
Lagos State has asked for medical clinics to be provided in pilgrims’ hotels during the Hajj and requested an increase in the number of pilgrimage slots allocated to the state. The demands focus on improving healthcare access and expanding participation for Lagos pilgrims during the annual Islamic pilgrimage.
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Health · Daily Trust ·
NDLEA destroys 5 marijuana farms, seizes 50,000 capsules of tramadol in Edo
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has destroyed five marijuana farms in Edo State and seized 50,000 capsules of tramadol. The operations highlight the agency’s efforts to disrupt the cultivation of cannabis and distribution of controlled pharmaceutical drugs in the state.
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Health · The Punch ·
88,000 Nasarawa women used SFH family planning services
About 88,000 women in Nasarawa State have accessed family planning services provided by Society for Family Health (SFH), according to a report by The Punch. The figure highlights the organisation’s reach among women using its services in the state, although the headline does not provide further details about the period or specific methods involved.
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Health · The Punch ·
Don advocates better funding for pathology services
A university don has called for increased funding for pathology services, highlighting the need to strengthen the medical field and support more effective diagnosis and healthcare delivery. The appeal focuses on improving resources for pathology-related work in Nigeria.
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Health · Vanguard ·Health crisis in Delta as Allied Health Workers strike escalates
Health services in Delta State are facing increasing disruption as the strike by allied health workers intensifies. The development has raised concerns about access to care and the continuity of medical services across the state, although the headline does not provide details on the workers’ demands, duration of the strike or its specific effects.
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Health · The Punch ·
A’Ibom gov inaugurates model PHC, targets medical tourism
The Akwa Ibom State governor has inaugurated a model primary healthcare centre as part of efforts to improve healthcare delivery. The initiative is also linked to the state’s broader ambition of attracting patients from outside the country and developing Akwa Ibom as a destination for medical tourism.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·ODA to inaugurate health centre, hold empowerment day
The ODA is scheduled to inaugurate a health centre and organise an empowerment day. The headline indicates that the activities will combine the commissioning of a healthcare facility with initiatives intended to support or benefit members of the community.
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Health · The Punch ·
Why fully vaccinated children can still get diphtheria — Paediatricians
Paediatricians explain that vaccination does not provide absolute protection against diphtheria, meaning some children may still contract the disease despite being fully vaccinated. The headline highlights the need to understand the limits of vaccine protection and the circumstances that can allow infection to occur.
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Health · ThisDay ·
DIPHTHERIA CRISIS: THE IMMUNISATION GAP
The report examines Nigeria’s diphtheria crisis and highlights an immunisation gap as a central public health concern. It focuses on the relationship between inadequate vaccination coverage and the disease’s spread, drawing attention to the need to understand and address shortcomings in immunisation efforts.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Diphtheria Outbreak: Zamfara Extends School Resumption, Strengthens Disease surveillance
Zamfara State has extended the resumption date for schools in response to a diphtheria outbreak. Authorities are also strengthening disease surveillance measures to monitor and respond to potential cases, prioritising public health protection as preparations continue for the eventual reopening of schools.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·MTN Foundation gets 20,983 nominations for health centres, science labs
MTN Foundation received 20,983 nominations for locations or communities to benefit from proposed health centres and science laboratories. The figures indicate substantial public participation in the initiative, although the headline does not specify the selection process, beneficiaries, project locations or implementation timeline.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Drinking very hot tea may triple risk of oesophageal cancer — Study
A study has reported that drinking tea at very high temperatures may be associated with up to a threefold increase in the risk of oesophageal cancer. The finding highlights a potential health concern linked to consuming extremely hot beverages, though the headline does not provide details about the study’s methods or the temperature examined.
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Health · Leadership News ·
172 LGAs Account For 55% Of Nigeria’s Maternal Deaths — FG
The Federal Government says 172 local government areas account for 55 percent of maternal deaths in Nigeria. The disclosure highlights the concentration of maternal mortality in specific parts of the country, though the headline does not provide details on the affected areas, causes, timeframe or measures being taken.
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Health · Premium Times ·97% of PHCs in 16 states fail national staffing standards – Report
A report found that 97 per cent of primary healthcare centres across 16 Nigerian states do not meet national staffing standards. The finding points to widespread shortages of qualified personnel at the facilities, potentially affecting their ability to provide essential healthcare services to surrounding communities.
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Health · Leadership News ·
FG, States Must Take Full Responsibility For Health Reforms — Minister
The health minister has called on the federal and state governments to accept full responsibility for implementing and sustaining reforms in Nigeria’s healthcare sector. The statement underscores the need for coordinated government ownership and action to advance improvements across the health system.
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Health · PM News ·
UK confirms deadly fish virus outbreak, imposes movement restrictions
The United Kingdom has confirmed an outbreak of a deadly virus affecting fish and introduced restrictions on the movement of fish or related materials. The measures are intended to limit the spread of the disease, with authorities responding to the confirmed outbreak and its potential impact on aquatic populations.
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Health · Premium Times ·Nigerian senator receives Health Champion 2026 award, calls for stronger health financing
A Nigerian senator has received the Health Champion 2026 award and used the occasion to advocate stronger health financing. The recognition highlights the senator’s role in health-related efforts, while the call urges increased attention to funding for the country’s healthcare sector.
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