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Pharmacy Council of Nigeria Shuts Down Over 500 Unlicensed Drug Shops in Cross River
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria closed 505 illegal drug premises in Cross River State following an inspection of 602 locations, citing widespread regulatory failure.
Nigeria Sets New Nutrition Standards for Public Sector Food Procurement
Nigeria has launched a new policy banning sugary drinks and processed foods in public institutions like schools and hospitals to help reduce the national burden of diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.
Pharmacy Council Shuts Down 505 Unlicensed Drug Shops in Cross River
The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria has shut down 505 medicine outlets in Cross River State due to illegal operations and non-compliance with health safety standards.
England to Prohibit Energy Drink Sales to Under-16s Starting in April
New government regulations in England will forbid the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to those under 16 starting this April to improve child health and address academic and behavioral concerns.
Senator Banigo Proposes Earmarking SSB Tax Proceeds for Primary Healthcare
Senator Ipalibo Banigo advocates for ring-fencing revenue from the Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Tax to support primary healthcare and the prevention of non-communicable diseases.
FCTA Reports Two Fatalities Among Eight Rabies Cases in Abuja
The FCTA has confirmed eight rabies cases and two deaths in Abuja, prompting an urgent call for pet vaccinations and improved control measures.
US health authorities struggle to pinpoint source of parasite causing severe diarrhoea outbreak
Public health officials in the US are having difficulty identifying the source of a widespread cyclosporiasis outbreak that has affected thousands, with experts citing long incubation periods and reduced surveillance funding as key challenges.
Medical Professionals Caution Against Post-Flood Health Crises
Public health experts in Nigeria warn that receding floodwaters introduce severe risks of cholera, malaria, and typhoid, urging the government to prioritize surveillance and environmental enforcement.
Remembering Martha Lillard, the Final American Iron Lung Patient
Martha Lillard, the last American polio patient to use an iron lung, has died at 78, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and independence.
Report reveals most adults with learning disabilities in England do not reach age 65
A new NHS-commissioned report finds that more than 50% of adults with learning disabilities in England die before age 65, prompting calls for urgent improvements in medical care.