Lagos govt intensifies campaign to eradicate gender-based violence, harmful practices
The Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (WAPA) has reaffirmed its dedication to eradicating Gender-Based Violence (GBV)…
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Kwara govt boosts healthcare with new doctor recruitment, major training programmes
The Kwara State government has improved secondary healthcare services by hiring more doctors, investing heavily in medical training, and broadening…
Rivers govt vows to bolster health system with people-first policies
The Rivers State Government has reaffirmed its firm dedication to improving the state’s healthcare infrastructure through the implementation of robust…
ECHA weighs ethanol restrictions in biocidal products over cancer risk concerns
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) is reviewing the continued use of ethanol in disinfectants and other biocidal products, following scientific…
FG unveils cancer immunotherapy project, enrols first Nigerian patient
The minister noted that the initiative aligns with the National Cancer Control Plan and the Renewed Hope Health Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, which prioritises early detection, local research, and affordable access to diagnostics and treatment.
NDLEA unveils digital system to tackle substance abuse, drug trafficking
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has unveiled a digital platform aimed at streamlining its drug integrity test and…
UK surgeons give new hope to blind patients with bionic eye implant
“Before receiving the implant, it was like having two black discs in my eyes, with the outside distorted,” she said. “I was an avid reader, and I wanted that back.”
Gbajabiamila lauds DRASA’s role in strengthening Nigeria’s disease preparedness
The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has praised the Ameyo Stella Adadevoh (DRASA) Health Trust for its…
Health minister Pate advocates for children, women inclusion in health policy design
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, has emphasised the need for inclusive health policy design that…
Is it erectile dysfunction? 10 questions every man should ask himself
Millions of men around the world experience difficulty getting or maintaining an erection, but very few talk about it. Erectile…