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JUST IN: First Lady Tinubu donates N1 billion to end TB by 2030

By IDBM Consult / March 28, 2024

March 28, 2024 First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has donated N1b towards Nigeria’s target of ending Tuberculosis by 2023. Tinubu presented […]

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I quit sugar for 6 months and this is what it did to my face and body

By IDBM Consult / March 27, 2024

March 27, 2024 Confession time: I used to believe my face was destined to resemble a fluffy marshmallow for eternity. […]

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Bayelsa immunisation compliance rises to 97%

By IDBM Consult / March 27, 2024

March 27, 2024 Healthcare providers and nursing mothers in Bayelsa State have expressed satisfaction with the adoption of drone services […]

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Tuberculosis: Bauchi treated 7,435 cases in 2023 – Official

By IDBM Consult / March 26, 2024

March 26, 2024 The Bauchi State government treated about 7,435 Tuberculosis (TB) cases in 2023 across the 20 local government […]

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High Death Toll from Tuberculosis in Ogun State: IHVN Raises Alarm

By Ifunanya / March 26, 2024

The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) has sounded the alarm on the alarming rate of tuberculosis-related deaths in Ogun […]

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Kwara State Health Commissioner: Tuberculosis Claims 1,869 Lives in 2023

By Ifunanya / March 25, 2024

In a solemn revelation, Dr. Amina El-Imam, the Kwara State Commissioner for Health, disclosed that Tuberculosis had claimed the lives […]

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Experts highlight hazards of uncontrolled herbal consumption to health

By IDBM Consult / March 24, 2024

March 24, 2024 Unorthodox medications such as the popular Agbo (local herbal mixture being served as a drink) have been […]

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EXCLUSIVE: I see killer aliens in my sleep: The terrifying symptoms of sleep paralysis, and the mysterious deaths of the 100 men who suffered from the phenomenon

By IDBM Consult / March 24, 2024

24 March 2024 Waking in terror, Sarah Elizabeth Cox could just make out that the door to her apartment was […]

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Controlling Zoonotic Tuberculosis: NVMA’s Efforts in Public Health Protection

By Ifunanya / March 24, 2024

On the occasion of Tuberculosis Day, the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA) has been actively working to combat zoonotic tuberculosis […]

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Dentist shares ‘lifechanging’ advice of how to fix bad breath even after brushing your teeth

By IDBM Consult / March 23, 2024

23 March 2024 A dentist claims she has three pieces of ‘life changing advice’ to help get rid of bad breath. […]

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Dr. Otabor Warns of Brain Drain Impact on Nigerian Healthcare Sector

By Ifunanya / March 23, 2024

Medical expert Dr. Christopher Otabor has raised concerns about the detrimental impact of medical tourism on Nigeria’s healthcare system and […]

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Cancer treatment: Tinubu approves NSIA’s involvement in upgrade of six Oncology centres in teaching hospitals

By IDBM Consult / March 22, 2024

March 22, 2024 The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Ali Pate, has said that President Bola Tinubu has […]

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Delta State Government Confirms Four Cases of Lassa Fever: Urges Vigilance and Prevention

By Ifunanya / March 22, 2024

The Delta State Government has officially confirmed the presence of four cases of Lassa fever within the state. The State’s […]

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Dermatologist warns of two commonly-taken supplements that could be giving you zits

By IDBM Consult / March 22, 2024

March 22, 2024 People around the world who can afford it, love supplement. Around three quarters of us say they […]

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Diphtheria Outbreak Claims Lives of Four Children in Kano State

Diphtheria Outbreak Claims Lives of Four Children in Kano State

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2024

Tragedy struck in Minjibir Local Government Area of Kano State as four innocent children lost their lives to a devastating […]

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Urging Adoption of Health Insurance to Reduce Child Mortality: UNICEF-Oyo State Collaboration

By Ifunanya / March 21, 2024

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Oyo State Government are joining forces to address child mortality in Nigeria […]

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House Of Reps Summons Nigerian Health Minister, Perm-Sec Over Alleged Misuse Of $300m Anti-Malaria Fund, Says ‘They’ve Been Running Away’

By IDBM Consult / March 19, 2024

March 19, 2024 Amobi Ogah, the Chairman of the Committee read the resolutions in Abuja on Tuesday, the News Agency […]

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Nigerian Medical Association Exposes Fake Doctor Practicing in Rivers State

Nigerian Medical Association Exposes Fake Doctor Practicing in Rivers State

By Ifunanya / March 18, 2024

The Nigerian Medical Association in Rivers State has made a significant breakthrough in the fight against medical quackery by apprehending […]

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WHO partners Borno, Adamawa, Yobe to train 240 clinicians on mental healthcare

By IDBM Consult / March 16, 2024

The World Health Organisation (WHO) with support from the European Union has trained 240 Clinicians including medical doctors, nurses, midwives […]

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Protect Your Kidneys Expert Warns Against Excessive Drinking and Smoking

Protect Your Kidneys: Expert Warns Against Excessive Drinking and Smoking

By Ifunanya / March 14, 2024

Dr. Unyime Ndor, a medical expert from the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital in Akwa Ibom State, has issued a […]

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