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Cholera outbreak: 13 persons isolated, 297 cases reported in Niger

Niger Cholera Outbreak: 13 Dead, 297 Cases, Children Most Affected

By Ifunanya / July 24, 2025

A cholera outbreak in Niger State, Nigeria, has claimed 13 lives and hospitalized 297 individuals, with children disproportionately affected, according […]

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Eight cholera patients die in South Sudan after US cut aid

Niger State Cholera Outbreak: 13 Dead, 130 Ill from Contaminated Rainwater

By Ifunanya / July 24, 2025

A deadly cholera outbreak has claimed 13 lives and hospitalized 130 individuals across 16 local government areas in Niger State, […]

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Seasonal malaria chemoprevention campaign begins in Adamawa

Adamawa Launches 2025 Malaria Chemoprevention for 1.2M Children

By Ifunanya / July 19, 2025

Health workers in Nigeria’s Adamawa State launched a door-to-door campaign Saturday to administer life-saving antimalarial drugs to children under five, […]

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Poor menstrual hygiene can cause infections, infertility - Physician advises women

Menstrual Hygiene: Preventing Infections and Infertility Risks

By Ifunanya / July 19, 2025

A Nigerian public health expert has raised alarms over the widespread health risks of inadequate menstrual hygiene, linking poor practices […]

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Nigerian govt issues fresh alert on Degue, Cholera, Mpox, Diphtheria outbreaks

NCDC Warns of Cholera, Dengue, Mpox Outbreaks Across Nigeria

By Ifunanya / July 18, 2025

Nigerian health authorities have raised alarms over simultaneous outbreaks of multiple infectious diseases, urging swift action to avert a public […]

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Kano Health Commissioner raises alarm over two million un-immunized children in Nigeria

Nigeria’s Immunization Gap: 2M Children Unprotected Amid Northern Insecurity

By Ifunanya / July 16, 2025

Nigeria faces a critical public health challenge as over two million children remain unvaccinated against preventable diseases, with insecurity and […]

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HIV-discordant couples in Kano face risk of separation as U.S halts support

Nigeria Urged to Strengthen HIV Prevention and Treatment Amid Shifting Global Aid Landscape

By Ifunanya / July 15, 2025

Nigeria Urged to Take Bold Steps in HIV Prevention and Control As the global landscape of aid and donor support […]

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Psychologist raises alarm over rising drug abuse among Nigerian youths

Nigeria’s Rising Youth Drug Abuse Epidemic Sparks Call to Action

By Ifunanya / July 7, 2025

Nigeria’s Youth Face Growing Threat from Drug and Substance Abuse A alarming trend is unfolding in Nigeria, where the rate […]

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50 per cent of drugs in circulation fake - Pharmacists raise alarm

Fake and Substandard Drugs Flood Nigerian Market, Reaching 50 Percent of Circulating Medications

By Ifunanya / July 5, 2025

Alert: Half of Nigeria’s Circulating Drugs are Fake, Pharmacists Warn In a shocking revelation, the Association of Community Pharmacists of […]

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15 suspected diphtheria cases, 3 deaths confirmed in Edo

Edo State Confirms Diphtheria Outbreak with 3 Deaths and Launches Vaccination Campaign

By Ifunanya / July 3, 2025

Edo State Government Takes Proactive Measures Against Diphtheria Outbreak A recent diphtheria outbreak in Edo State, Nigeria, has prompted swift […]

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Nigeria Invests N65 Billion in Basic Health Care Provision Fund for 2025

By Ifunanya / July 1, 2025

Nigeria Boosts Healthcare with N65 Billion Injection In a significant move to strengthen its healthcare system, the Nigerian Federal Government […]

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Nigerian government announces plan to review healthcare policy for civil servants

Nigeria to Revamp Healthcare Policy for Civil Servants Amid Rising Costs and Delivery Gaps

By Ifunanya / June 29, 2025

Nigeria Launches Overhaul of Healthcare Policy for Civil Servants Amid Rising Costs and Service Gaps In a move aimed at […]

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Nigeria records 145 Lassa fever deaths in 2025

Nigeria Battles Lassa Fever Outbreak with 145 Deaths and 766 Confirmed Cases

By Ifunanya / June 28, 2025

Lassa Fever Outbreak in Nigeria Claims 145 Lives, Sparks Concern Over High Fatality Rate A devastating outbreak of Lassa fever […]

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Experts urge clear food labeling as excessive salt intake fuels health crisis in Nigeria

Reducing Sodium Intake to Combat Hypertension and Heart Disease in Nigeria

By Ifunanya / June 27, 2025

The Hidden Danger in Your Food: Experts Warn of Excessive Sodium Intake in Nigeria A alarming trend is emerging in […]

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Polio immunization: Sensitization campaign helped us to overcome resistance in Kano - Educator

Community Sensitization and Traditional Leaders Help Overcome Vaccine Resistance in Kano State Polio Immunization Campaign

By Ifunanya / June 26, 2025

Breaking Down Barriers: Community Sensitization and Traditional Leaders Key to Successful Polio Immunization Campaign in Kano State In a significant […]

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PCN seals 443 drug outlets in Taraba

Nigeria Pharmacy Council Seals 443 Illegal Drug Outlets in Taraba State Crackdown

By Ifunanya / June 20, 2025

Crackdown on Illegal Pharmacies: Nigeria Seals 443 Premises in Taraba State In a bold move to protect public health, the […]

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Edo faces diphtheria outbreak amid vaccine shortage fears

Diphtheria Outbreak in Edo State Sparks Alarm Amid Vaccine Shortage

By Ifunanya / June 19, 2025

Diphtheria Outbreak in Edo State: Vaccine Shortage Sparks Alarm A concerning surge in suspected diphtheria cases has hit Edo State, […]

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Beware of fake donation requests for Dambatta hospital  - Kano govt warns 

Kano State Warns of Fake Donation Requests for Hospital X-ray Machine

By Ifunanya / June 19, 2025

Beware of Fake Donation Alerts: Kano State Hospitals Management Board Warns Public A critical warning has been issued by the […]

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Pharmacists raise alarm over alleged domination of health, education sectors by physicians 

Nigerian Pharmacists Accuse Government of Allowing Physician Dominance in Health and Education Sectors

By Ifunanya / June 18, 2025

Nigerian Pharmacists Accuse Government of Favoring Physicians, Threatening National Growth A shocking accusation has been levied against the Nigerian federal […]

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Diphtheria outbreak: NCDC, Delta Govt donate 90 doses of vaccines to Edo

Edo State Receives Vaccines to Combat Diphtheria Outbreak Amid Rising Cases and Concerns

By Ifunanya / June 10, 2025

Diphtheria Outbreak in Edo State: Vaccines Supplied Amid Rising Concerns A recent surge in diphtheria cases in Edo State, Nigeria, […]

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