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Health officials urge caution for young and fit as heatwave persists
European health officials are warning the public, including the young and fit, to reduce outdoor exercise and monitor alcohol consumption as record-breaking heat leads to a surge in medical emergencies.
Sickle Cell Patients Call for Enhanced Support, Research, and Cures
Activists and patients gathered in Lagos to demand improved healthcare funding, enhanced access to treatment, and dedicated research for sickle cell disorder, highlighting the shift from survival to longevity.
The Hidden Struggle of Male Infertility
Despite male factors contributing to half of all infertility cases, the medical system and societal attitudes often exclude men from the fertility journey, leading to delayed treatment and psychological isolation.
Ebola Crisis Intensifies: Death Toll Spikes as Africa CDC Reports Escalating Spread
The Africa CDC reports a surge in Ebola deaths and warns that community transmission is rising, with treatment centers nearly at full capacity and a critical need for increased funding.
Adamawa Launches 2026 Initiative to Tackle Malaria
Adamawa State has kicked off its 2026 malaria prevention campaign, aiming to distribute millions of nets and antimalarial doses to protect children and households across the state.
Nottingham NHS Trust Chief Responds to Damning Maternity Report
Anthony May, head of the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, has pledged to implement essential improvements following a critical report detailing systemic failures in maternity care.
MSF Warns of Escalating Child Malnutrition Crisis in Kebbi State
Médecins Sans Frontières reports a sharp rise in severe malnutrition among children in Kebbi State, prompting the launch of a new food supplement initiative to prevent further deaths.
OOUTH resident doctors end 10-day industrial action
Resident doctors at OOUTH have suspended their 10-day strike after the Ogun State government pledged to pay outstanding professional allowances by the end of July.
Hospital Trust Faces Scrutiny After Mortuary Inspection Reveals Decaying Bodies
An investigation into Nottingham University Hospitals has revealed that eight bodies were left in advanced states of decay due to a lack of freezer space and poor mortuary management.
Zamfara State Committee Issues Warning to Private Medical Facilities
The Zamfara State Task Force Committee has inspected several private medical facilities in Gusau, ordering owners to strictly comply with health regulations and quality standards.