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Congo Ebola Crisis: Death Toll Hits 1,405 Amid Rapid Spread
With 1,405 deaths and 3,200 infections, the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading rapidly, prompting international efforts to accelerate vaccine testing.
Abia State Partners with PSN to Combat Counterfeit Medications
Abia State officials are teaming up with the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria to establish a wholesale drug hub and stop the circulation of fake medications.
Lassa Fever Fatalities Reach 229 Amid Recent Surge in Cases
Nigeria has recorded 229 deaths from Lassa fever this year, with the NCDC reporting a surge of 25 new infections in a single week as the country grapples with high fatality rates among young adults.
Benue State Health Officials Deny Mpox Outbreak Reports
Benue State health authorities have declared that no cases of Mpox have been confirmed in the state, debunking recent social media rumors regarding a suspected outbreak.
Benue Health Ministry Investigates Potential Mpox Cases in Konshisha
Benue State health officials are investigating reports of a suspected Mpox outbreak in Korinya, Konshisha LGA, after residents requested urgent medical assistance for an unidentified skin condition.
Why an Increasing Waistline Signals Health Risks
Medical experts caution that a rising waist circumference is a major health indicator, often signaling a higher risk for chronic diseases than total body weight alone.
Lassa Fever Fatalities Reach 229 Amidst Recent Surge in Cases
Nigeria has recorded 229 deaths from Lassa fever this year, as the NCDC reports a rise in new infections across five states and emphasizes the need for early medical intervention.
JOHESU Denies Involvement in Calabar Psychiatric Hospital Protest
JOHESU and hospital management in Calabar have distanced themselves from a recent protest over the Medical Director appointment, labeling the demonstrators as non-staff members and the protest as premature.
Two fatalities from snakebites in Taraba community highlight dire medical shortages
Two residents of a remote Taraba State border village have died from snakebites due to a critical lack of access to anti-snake venom and emergency medical care.
Living Through the US Cyclospora Outbreak: A Daily Struggle
A massive US outbreak of the intestinal parasite cyclospora has left thousands infected and residents struggling with health concerns and deep distrust of official findings.