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Nigeria Police Launch Health Initiative to Boost Personnel Well-being
The Nigeria Police Force has launched the Know Your Number health campaign in Kwara State to detect preventable conditions and improve officer wellness.
Rivers State Authorities Shut Down Six Medical Facilities and Apprehend Seven Suspects
Rivers State officials have sealed six health facilities and arrested seven suspects following investigations into child trafficking, illegal surgeries, and the use of forged medical credentials.
Dr. Nonye Soludo Advocates for Eradication of Mother-to-Child Disease Transmission
Dr. Nonye Soludo, wife of the Anambra State Governor, is leading a call for coordinated action to eliminate the mother-to-child transmission of HIV, hepatitis B, and syphilis through improved health investment.
Resident Doctors at OOUTH Initiate 10-Day Warning Strike Due to Unresolved Demands
Resident doctors at Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital have begun a 10-day strike to protest unpaid allowances, staff shortages, and poor hospital security.
Adamawa launches catch-up vaccination drive for missed childhood doses
Adamawa State and UNICEF are collaborating on a catch-up vaccination initiative funded by the Republic of Korea to reach children who missed their routine immunizations.
WHO urges global expansion of newborn screening to combat birth defects
The World Health Organisation is calling for increased newborn screening to tackle the rising global impact of birth defects and prevent avoidable childhood disabilities.
Understanding the Link Between Chronic Dandruff and Hair Loss
Consistent dandruff often signals deeper scalp issues that can accelerate hair thinning, making it important to treat the root cause rather than just the symptoms.
Ebola Outbreak Surpasses 1,000 Cases in Democratic Republic of Congo
The Ebola virus has infected over 1,000 individuals in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with health officials warning that the current trajectory could mirror the devastating 2014-2016 West African epidemic.
Dr. Hilary Cass defends puberty blocker study as harm reduction
Dr. Hilary Cass argues that a new clinical trial for puberty blockers is essential to protect children from harm and establish a clearer scientific consensus on their use.
Lagos State Initiates Newborn Sickle Cell Screening Within Three Days of Birth
Lagos State has rolled out a newborn screening program for Sickle Cell Disease to ensure early diagnosis and improve long-term outcomes for children.