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Proof you CAN outrun bad genes with just four lifestyle tweaks

By IDBM Consult / April 30, 2024

… And it’ll give you an extra five years of life 30 April 2024 In the first study of its […]

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Mounting Trash Mountains Threaten Abuja’s Liveability

By Henry Orji / April 28, 2024

Abuja residents are grappling with a growing sanitation crisis as mountains of refuse pile up across the city. A recent […]

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Measles Outbreak in Adamawa State: 19 Children Dead, Over 200 Infected

By Ifunanya / April 27, 2024

Mubi, Adamawa State – April 27, 2024 A serious measles outbreak has gripped Mubi North Local Government Area in Adamawa […]

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Malaria: Stakeholders decry Nigeria’s 27% global rate contribution

By IDBM Consult / April 25, 2024

April 25, 2024 Stakeholders within Nigeria’s healthcare sector are expressing concern over the nation’s significant share of the global burden, […]

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Stop the Spread: Protecting Yourself from Avian Influenza

By Chinonso / April 24, 2024

Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has been making headlines recently. While the risk of bird flu transmission to […]

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Traditional leaders vow to promote routine Polio immunisation in Jigawa

By IDBM Consult / April 23, 2024

April 23, 2024 The Emir of Dutse in Jigawa, His Highness Alhaji Hameem Nuhu Sanusi, has assured the traditional institutions’ […]

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Kwara govt warns residents against patronising illegal meat sellers

By IDBM Consult / April 22, 2024

April 22, 2024 The Kwara state government has issued a stern warning to the public against patronizing illegal meat selling […]

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Zamfara govt discovers unknown illness in two LGAs, deploys health personnel

By IDBM Consult / April 20, 2024

Aperil 20, 2024 The executive secretary of primary health care development in Zamfara,  Dr Hussaini Yakubu Anka, says the state […]

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Jigawa State Confirms Cerebrospinal Meningitis Outbreak in Six LGAs

NCDC Investigates Mysterious Illness in Kaduna, Sokoto, and Zamfara States

By Ifunanya / April 20, 2024

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has launched an investigation into a mysterious illness that has been […]

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Work together to rejuvenate, stabilize health system, MLSCN registrar charges stakeholder

By IDBM Consult / April 18, 2024

April 18, 2024 Dr Tosan Erhabor, MLSCN Registrar The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Medical Laboratory Science Council […]

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CS SUNN Raises Alarm on Malnutrition Crisis in Nigeria Calls for

CS-SUNN Raises Alarm on Malnutrition Crisis in Nigeria, Calls for Urgent Action

By Ifunanya / April 18, 2024

The Civil Society Scaling-Up Nutrition in Nigeria (CS-SUNN) in Bauchi State is sounding the alarm on the ongoing crisis of […]

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Ask A Nutrition Professional: Is Coconut Milk Good For You?

By IDBM Consult / April 15, 2024

Story by Iyanuoluwa Oyetunji, Perris Kajirwa, Deidre Huysamen, Shreya Thakur, Cate F Keen  April 15, 2024 Yes, coconut milk is […]

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Nigeria first country to unveil new meningitis vaccine – WHO

By IDBM Consult / April 13, 2024

April 13, 2024 World Health Organisation (WHO) has said Nigeria is the first country in the world to roll out […]

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Lassa Fever Update: 15 New Cases and One Death in Nigeria, CFR at 18.6%

By Ifunanya / April 13, 2024

In the past week, Nigeria has seen a tragic death and 15 new cases of Lassa fever, a deadly viral […]

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EU and Nigeria Collaborate on E18M Pharmaceutical Industry Advancement

EU and Nigeria Collaborate on €18M Pharmaceutical Industry Advancement

By Ifunanya / April 12, 2024

The European Union and Nigeria have joined forces in a groundbreaking partnership worth €18 million to strengthen research and development […]

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NCDC Investigates Mysterious Illness in Sokoto State: Abdominal Distension, Fever, Vomiting, and Weight Loss in Children

By Ifunanya / April 10, 2024

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has launched an investigation into a mysterious illness that has emerged in the […]

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Eye Health Tips for Digital Device Users: Preventing Strain and Discomfort

By Ifunanya / April 9, 2024

Protecting Your Eyes While Using Digital Devices: Expert Tips In today’s digital age, our reliance on smartphones, tablets, and computers […]

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President Bola Tinubu Launches National Health Fellows Programme for Improved

President Bola Tinubu Launches National Health Fellows Programme for Improved Healthcare Delivery

By Ifunanya / April 8, 2024

President Bola Tinubu has taken a significant step towards improving healthcare in Nigeria by approving the establishment of the National […]

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WHO Partners with Private Sector to Revitalize Primary Healthcare in

WHO Partners with Private Sector to Revitalize Primary Healthcare in Nigeria

By Ifunanya / April 7, 2024

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has joined forces with the Private Sector Health Alliance of Nigeria to accelerate the revitalization […]

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WHO raises the alarm on increase in dengue infections

Global Cholera Rapid Diagnostic Test Deployment Boosts Fight Against Surging Infections

By Ifunanya / April 5, 2024

The World Health Organisation and its partners have launched the largest-ever global deployment of cholera rapid diagnostic tests, with Malawi […]

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