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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Nigerian-British businessman dies after undergoing penis enlargement procedure
A Nigerian-British businessman has died after undergoing a penis enlargement procedure, according to Nigerian Tribune. The headline reports the death and its reported connection to the medical procedure but provides no further details about the man, the circumstances, the facility involved, or any official findings.
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Health · Daily Post ·Diphtheria: Kano govt rules out school closure over outbreak
The Kano State Government has said it will not close schools despite an outbreak of diphtheria in the state. The decision indicates that schools are expected to remain open while authorities address the disease situation, although the headline does not provide further details on containment measures or the number of affected cases.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·Plateau govt closes down all schools as diphtheria outbreak bites harder
The Plateau State government has ordered the closure of all schools in response to a worsening diphtheria outbreak. The measure affects educational institutions across the state and is intended to address the spread of the infectious disease, although the headline does not provide details on the duration of the closure or the number of cases recorded.
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Health · Leadership News ·Oyo Intensifies HIV Response, Seeks Domestic Financing
Oyo State is stepping up efforts to address HIV and is calling for greater domestic funding to support its response. The development signals a focus on strengthening local resources and sustaining HIV prevention, treatment, and related public health activities within the state.
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Health · Premium Times ·Donor cuts, govt inaction negatively impact HIV patients in Rivers, Akwa Ibom (3)
Reduced donor funding and government inaction are negatively affecting people living with HIV in Rivers and Akwa Ibom states. The report highlights challenges facing HIV patients in the two Nigerian states, where declining external support and insufficient official response are reportedly worsening access to needed care and services.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Diphtheria: Kano Won’t Shut Schools, Parents Urge Vigilance
Kano State will keep its schools open despite concerns over diphtheria, while parents are being urged to remain vigilant. The headline highlights the state’s decision not to suspend classes and calls for increased awareness and caution among families amid the health concern.
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Health · Nigerian Tribune ·When one mistake feels like total failure: The trap of all or nothing thinking
The piece examines how a single mistake can trigger all-or-nothing thinking, causing people to interpret an isolated setback as complete failure. It focuses on the psychological pattern of viewing situations in absolute terms rather than recognising partial success, progress, or the possibility of learning and recovery.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Cost Of Living Crisis Causing Rise In Hypertension Cases – Doctors
Doctors report that Nigeria’s rising cost-of-living pressures are contributing to an increase in hypertension cases. The development links economic hardship with growing health concerns, highlighting the need for greater attention to the effects of financial stress on Nigerians’ wellbeing and blood-pressure management.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Nigerians Shift To Affordable, Home-based Fitness
Nigerians are increasingly turning to affordable, home-based fitness options, reflecting a shift away from more costly or facility-dependent exercise routines. The trend highlights growing interest in accessible ways to maintain physical activity and wellbeing from home.
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Health · Leadership News ·
Diphtheria: Kaduna, Kano, Gombe, Taraba Rule Out School Closure
Authorities in Kaduna, Kano, Gombe and Taraba states have ruled out closing schools in response to diphtheria concerns. The decision indicates that schools in the four states are expected to remain open despite the health issue, although the headline does not provide further details on precautions, case numbers or government guidance.
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Health · ThisDay ·
Osinbajo Raises the Alarm over Widespread Use of Chemicals to Ripen, Preserve Fruits, Vegetables
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has warned about the widespread use of chemicals to artificially ripen and preserve fruits and vegetables. The concern highlights potential food-safety risks and the need for greater attention to how produce is treated before reaching consumers.
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Health · ThisDay ·
NCDC: Borno, Kano, Plateau, Five Others Account for 98% of Confirmed Diphtheria Cases in Nigeria
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention reports that Borno, Kano, Plateau and five other states together account for 98 percent of confirmed diphtheria cases recorded in Nigeria. The headline highlights the concentration of reported infections across these eight states.
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Health · The Punch ·Plateau shuts schools over diphtheria outbreak
Plateau State has temporarily closed schools following a diphtheria outbreak. The measure is intended to limit the spread of the infectious disease and protect pupils, staff and the wider community while authorities respond to the situation. Further details on the affected schools, duration and public-health measures were not provided in the headline.
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Health · The Punch ·
Edo shuts hospital over 10-year unregistered operation
The Edo State Government has shut a hospital after discovering that it had operated for 10 years without registration. The action highlights the state’s enforcement of regulatory requirements for healthcare facilities and removes the unregistered hospital from operation pending further official processes.
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Health · The Punch ·
Using ambulances to convey corpses can spread infection – Doctors
Doctors have warned that using ambulances to transport corpses could contribute to the spread of infections. The concern highlights potential health risks associated with conveying deceased persons in vehicles intended for medical emergencies, although the headline does not provide further details about the specific infections or circumstances involved.
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Health · The Punch ·
Why traders shouldn’t use detergent to wash fruits – Nutritionists
Nutritionists have warned traders against using detergent to wash fruits, indicating that the practice may pose health concerns. The guidance focuses on safer handling and cleaning methods for fruits sold to consumers, although the headline does not specify the particular risks or recommended alternatives.
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Health · The Punch ·
Mosquito coils may trigger breathing disorders in children, say paediatricians
Paediatricians have warned that using mosquito coils could contribute to breathing disorders among children. The health concern highlights potential respiratory risks associated with exposure to smoke or emissions from the coils, particularly for young people, although the headline does not specify the conditions, evidence or recommended alternatives.
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Health · The Punch ·
Stem-cell breakthrough offers hope for spinal cord injury patients
Researchers report a breakthrough involving stem-cell treatment that could improve prospects for people living with spinal cord injuries. The development may support future advances in restoring movement or other lost functions, although the headline does not provide details about the research stage, treatment method or availability to patients.
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Health · The Punch ·
What your nails say about your health
The report examines how changes in the appearance, texture or condition of a person’s nails may provide clues about their general health. It focuses on the possible relationship between nail features and underlying health concerns, while indicating that nails can offer useful signs that may warrant attention.
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Health · The Punch ·
Another disease condition of concern
The Punch highlights another disease condition considered a matter of concern. The headline does not identify the illness, affected population, symptoms, causes, or recommended response, leaving the specific health issue and its wider implications unclear.
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