3 d. ago Nasarawa’s war on Measles: Governor Sule leads statewide drive to save 1.3 million children

…avoid vaccinating children who are seriously ill at the time of the campaign- Expert From Abel Leonard, Lafia In a move to safeguard the health of children across Nasarawa State, Governor Abdullahi Sule has officially flagged off the Measles-Rubella (MR) vaccination campaign at Akwanga Local Government Area, marking the beginning of a comprehensive state-wide immunisation […] The post Nasarawa’s war on Measles: Governor Sule leads statewide drive to save 1.3 million children appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago French Embassy Advocates Regular Exercise for Enhanced Cardiovascular Health

French embassy physical health experts have emphasised the importance of maintaining a consistent exercise regimen to promote better cardiovascular health. During the October edition of the ‘Fitness Core’, they outlined how regular physical activity can significantly reduce the risk of heart-related diseases and improve overall well-being. Addressing newsmen, a lead partner from Paragonx, Abayomi Gbenga […]

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4 d. ago Experts Call For Prompt Response To Tackle Global Health Challenges

  Biosafety and biosecurity experts in Nigeria  have advocated  a shared responsibility, prevention, detection, prompt response and multi-sectoral approaches to tackle global health challenges. They stated that global health security also requires collective efforts to prevent, detect and respond to public health threats. They made the assertions during the 8th Nigerian Biological Safety Association (NIBSA) […]

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5 d. ago Taming silent killers of men: Why many men are losing their lives to indifferenes, carelessness

Tribune Online Taming silent killers of men: Why many men are losing their lives to indifferenes, carelessness In this report by VINCENT KURAUN, medical experts stress the significance for Nigerian men to engage in routine health check-ups to ensure early detection and prompt treatment of health concerns. A significant number of Nigerian men are battling with health issues that often go undiagnosed and untreated. The societal expectation for men to embody strength […] Taming silent killers of men: Why many men are losing their lives to indifferenes, carelessness Tribune Online

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9 d. ago ‘Difficult patients’ common, but not a distinct diagnosis of ill health, expert says

Tribune Online ‘Difficult patients’ common, but not a distinct diagnosis of ill health, expert says ALTHOUGH managing difficult or frustrating patients requires experience, clinicians can enhance their professional lives and job satisfaction while also improving patient outcomes by identifying common causes of challenging behaviour and implementing effective strategies. Dr Folajimi Senjobi, a family medicine specialist at University College Hospital, Ibadan, made this assertion during the Oyo State Nigerian Medical Association […] ‘Difficult patients’ common, but not a distinct diagnosis of ill health, expert says Tribune Online

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1 week ago Abia to recruit 771 health workers, frowns at pregnant women patronizing traditional birth centres

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti said he has approved the recruitment of 771 health professionals including doctors among other health experts to enhance medical services in the Primary Health Centers in the state. This is even as the State Government has frowned at the altitude of some pregnant women who […] The post Abia to recruit 771 health workers, frowns at pregnant women patronizing traditional birth centres appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Cardiovascular health challenge rising speedily in Nigeria – Experts

Advocates healthy lifestyle, regular body exercise From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Cardiologists have raised the alarm about the rising cases of cardiovascular diseases among Nigerians, linking it to some unhealthy lifestyles and other environmental exposures. They raised the alarm at a road walk organised by APIN Medical Laboratory in Abuja at the weekend, as part of […] The post Cardiovascular health challenge rising speedily in Nigeria – Experts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Justice Omotosho Directs NMA To Assess Nnamdi Kanu’s Health Within Eight Days

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the President of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) to assemble a panel of medical experts to evaluate the health condition of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. According the GUARDIAN, the court ordered that the committee […] The post Justice Omotosho Directs NMA To Assess Nnamdi Kanu’s Health Within Eight Days appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Poor health care funding, shortage of health professionals worry medical experts

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure Health professionals have identified shortage of health professionals, inadequate medical equipments, poor healthcare funding and shortage of health professionals as the major challenges confronting health sector in the country. The medical experts also identified disease burden, poor health indicators, poor health insurance coverage as bane of the health sector in the […] The post Poor health care funding, shortage of health professionals worry medical experts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Remi Tinubu, UN Deputy Chief Expected As Gombe Holds First Health Summit 

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu; United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed; Minister of Health, Professor Ali Pate alongside development partners, members of the National Assembly, health experts, civil society organisations and media representatives were being expected to grace a two-day maiden edition of Gombe Health Summit between October 2 and 3, 2025.   The […]

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2 w. ago Gargling with coconut water to boost teeth and gums’ health —Experts

Tribune Online Gargling with coconut water to boost teeth and gums’ health —Experts MANY beverages and foods claim that they are good for teeth. In that list, one of the best drinks that are good for both oral and physical health is coconut water. Experts, in a study, confirmed that gargling with coconut water boosts teeth and gums’ health, as it reduces the formation of dental plaque. Bacteria […] Gargling with coconut water to boost teeth and gums’ health —Experts Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Hypertension affecting one in three individuals across Africa

Tribune Online Hypertension affecting one in three individuals across Africa EXPERTS in a study stated that hypertension is a growing health challenge, affecting at least one in three individuals across Africa. Researchers estimated the crude prevalence of hypertension between 2002 and 2023 to be 28.5%, with prevalence varying across different regions of Africa, in a review and meta-analysis aimed at characterizing the prevalence of hypertension […] Hypertension affecting one in three individuals across Africa Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Medical Experts Push Back As Trump Links Paracetamol To Autism

United States President Donald Trump has drawn backlash from health experts after making an unproven claim that Tylenol, a common pain reliever, could be linked to autism when taken during pregnancy. Speaking in the Oval Office on Monday, Trump said doctors in the US would soon be advised against prescribing the drug to pregnant women. […]

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2 w. ago Experts, Traditional Rulers Decry Rising Maternal Mortality In Bauchi

Health experts in Bauchi State have raised fresh concerns over rising maternal mortality, urging intensified efforts to promote antenatal care attendance among pregnant women as a key step toward safeguarding the lives of mothers and children. They made the call during the quarterly meeting of the Community Advisory Board (CAB) organised by the Child Health […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s future depends on quality of graduates varsities produce — Afe Babalola

Tribune Online Nigeria’s future depends on quality of graduates varsities produce — Afe Babalola "By leveraging their expertise in medication therapy, providing essential health education, and serving as a readily available Nigeria’s future depends on quality of graduates varsities produce — Afe Babalola Tribune Online

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