Cholera: Nigeria records 63 deaths, 2,102 suspected cases in 33 states
A total of 63 deaths and 2,102 suspected cases of cholera have been recorded across 33 states and 122 local government areas in the country as of June 30, 2024, with a
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Cholera cases in Lagos declining significantly – Commissioner
The Lagos state commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, has announced that the number of Cholera cases in the state is significantly declining. Making this announcement on Monday in an update on
Disease outbreaks hinder Nigeria’s progress in achieving SDG — UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has disclosed that outbreaks of disease in Nigeria will continue to hinder the progress of the country in achieving the health-related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). According
Cholera: Lagos records 15 deaths, 350 suspected cases
Following the initial alert and advisory issued by the Lagos State Ministry of Health on the cholera outbreak, the Lagos State government has activated its Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC) at
Over 3000 vulnerable citizens benefit from Ijebu boys 2024 free medical outreach
With Nigeria’s poverty rate at 38.8 per cent and inflation at 33.6 per cent, it was not surprising to see over three thousand Nigerians benefiting from this year’s Ijebu Boys Association Free
Disposable Vape: Everything you need to know
In recent years, vaping has surged in popularity as an alternative to traditional smoking. Among the various types of vaping devices available, disposable vapes have garnered significant attention for their convenience and
Oyo monitors suspected Cholera cases from Lagos amid outbreak concerns
The Oyo State government said it is monitoring the two admitted suspected cases of cholera disease from Lagos state in a private hospital in Ibadan. Oyo State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi
FG unfolds revised national policy on food safety
The Federal Government has unveiled a revised National Policy on Food Safety and Quality Implementation Plan, which will ensure safe and wholesome food, is a fundamental right in the country.
Firm awards N37.8m seed fund to sustain WASH intervention
Messrs Reckitt Nigeria has awarded of N37.8 million seed funding to six businesses that participated in a five-month accelerator programme for innovative and sustainable solutions to address Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH).
Imperative of health tax policy in tackling NCDs
Stakeholders have urged government to deploy health tax policy in curbing excessive consumption of tobacco, alcohol, and Sugar Sweetened Beverages (SSB), as well as tackling Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs) in the country.
Despite budget on health, sector suffers inadequacy, underfunding, shortage of staff
Deborah Abiodun had a swollen breast, however, rather than go to the Primary Healthcare Centre (PHC) in her local council, Amuwo-Odofin, she headed straight to the nearest General Hospital in her council,