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“WHO Unveils Landmark Guidelines for Tobacco Cessation”

Mfon Ekanem - July 3, 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued its inaugural guideline on tobacco cessation, proposing a comprehensive range of interventions aimed at aiding the world's 750 million tobacco users who desire to quit. This guideline underscores the importance of supporting...

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“Wike Accuses Ozekhome of Defending Election Riggers, Labels Shehu Sani a Failed Senator”

Mfon Ekanem - June 28, 2024

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has criticized Shehu Sani and Mike Ozekhome, SAN, for their comments on the current administration. These comments were made during the This Nigeria Annual Lecture and Gold Prize Award, 2024, held...

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“Katsina Reports 118 Suspected Cholera Cases”

Abbah Umar - June 28, 2024

The director of epidemiology in Katsina State, Kabir Suleiman, emphasized the state's proactive approach to addressing the cholera outbreak. "The state has activated appropriate measures to tackle the outbreak, noted as high risk for cholera by the global task...

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UN Raises Concern Over Increasing Malnutrition in Northeast Nigeria

Mfon Ekanem - June 26, 2024

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has expressed deep worry about the worsening malnutrition crisis in northeastern Nigeria. Nearly 230,000 children face severe acute malnutrition during the lean season across Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe...

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Tinubu Establishes 7-Member Inter-Ministerial Committee to Manage Cholera Emergency

Abbah Umar - June 26, 2024

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the establishment of a committee composed of various ministries to oversee the operations of the cholera emergency center managed by the National Centre For Disease Control (NCDC). Health Minister, Prof Ali Pate, revealed this information...

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Healthcare Crisis – Unraveling Nigeria’s Challenges

Mfon Ekanem - June 23, 2024

Nigeria grapples with a healthcare crisis that threatens the well-being of its citizens and the stability of its society. This crisis, rooted in a complex web of socio-economic factors, infrastructure deficiencies, and systemic issues, manifests in numerous challenges across...

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Addressing myths and truths about tuberculosis

A Effanga - June 22, 2024

Tuberculosis (TB) is a complex disease surrounded by various myths and misconceptions. Here are some common MYTHS and the TRUTHS about them: Myth 1: TB only affects the lungs. Truth: While pulmonary TB is the most common form, TB can affect...

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WHO Announces Over 1,900 Cholera Related Deaths, 195,000 Cases Globally

Mfon Ekanem - June 21, 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed a cumulative toll of 194,897 deaths and 1,932 reported cases globally due to a cholera outbreak. This alarming statistic highlights the severity of the situation and the widespread impact of this deadly...

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Death Toll Rises To 21 As Lagos Records 401 Cases of Cholera

Abbah Umar - June 20, 2024

The Lagos State Government has announced a concerning rise in cholera cases, with the total number reaching 401. Among the affected areas, Lagos Island, Kosofe, and Eti Osa Local Government Areas (LGAs) have reported the highest incidences. Tragically, the...

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NCDC may declare Cholera emergency, Lagos issues safety guidelines

Emeka Udeh - June 20, 2024

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) announced on Wednesday that it might declare an emergency due to the escalating cholera outbreak in the country. Dr. Jide Idris, the Director General of NCDC, highlighted during an event...

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