2 h. ago Medical experts warn against treating patients without proper diagnosis

Medical experts in Osun State emphasized the importance of diagnostic investigations in healthcare practice. At the 3rd biennial conference for primary healthcare providers and traditional birth attendants in the Irewole, Isokan, and Ayedaade Federal Constituency of Osun State, the experts noted that conducting diagnostic investigations would provide medical practitioners with a clearer understanding of patients’ […]

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8 h. ago Ekiti Dismisses EKSUTH Doctor Accused Of Unlawful Removal Of Patient’s Kidney

The state government says it will bear the full cost of a new kidney transplant for the patient, the post-transplant care and transplant-related medical maintenance for a period of two years. The post Ekiti Dismisses EKSUTH Doctor Accused Of Unlawful Removal Of Patient’s Kidney appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 h. ago Ekiti govt dismisses surgeon over alleged kidney removal at EKSUTH

"The government remains resolute in its commitment to protecting patients, upholding ethical and professional standards....

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22 h. ago AFRIMA president, global experts map out new direction for culture at Morocco forum

The President of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), Mr Mike Dada, joined leading cultural and creative industry experts from across the world to discuss the future of Africa’s cultural sector at the 3rd Moroccan Forum of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) in Rabat, Morocco.

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22 h. ago FG commissions PCB treatment centre to enhance environmental safety, public health

“PCBs are highly hazardous pollutants that pose serious risks to human health, biodiversity and the entire environment....

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23 h. ago 31.1m Nigerians no longer require treatment for lymphatic filariasis — FG

THE Federal Government says 31.1 million Nigerians no longer require treatment for lymphatic filariasis, while 16 million people no longer need medication for onchocerciasis, marking a public health milestone achieved through the recently concluded BLON Project. The announcement was made by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Salako Adekunle, at the […]

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27 h. ago Trump signs order reclassifying marijuana as less dangerous drug

President Trump has signed an executive order for marijuana reclassification, moving it from Schedule I to Schedule III to encourage medical research. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-signs-order-reclassifying-marijuana-as-less-dangerous-drug/

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29 h. ago U.S travel ban will not affect permanent residents, green card holders – Immigration expert

Andrew Thomas, a Massachusets-based immigration attorney has clarified that Nigerians who are permanent residents of the United States (US) and read more U.S travel ban will not affect permanent residents, green card holders – Immigration expert

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29 h. ago 47.1m Nigerians no longer need treatment for elephantiasis, river blindness — Minister

Nigeria’s disease control efforts have freed 47.1 million people from needing treatment for elephantiasis and river blindness, a major public health succes Read More: https://punchng.com/47-1m-nigerians-no-longer-need-treatment-for-elephantiasis-river-blindness-minister/

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32 h. ago 31.1 million Nigerians no longer require treatment for lymphatic filariasis – FG

“We are particularly proud that 31.1 million people no longer require treatment for lymphatic filariasis....

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32 h. ago Fragmented policies, duplication, undercut Nigeria’s broadband potential, operators warn

Fragmented government policies, uncoordinated infrastructure rollout and costly duplication are eroding Nigeria’s broadband potential, network operators and digital infrastructure providers read more Fragmented policies, duplication, undercut Nigeria’s broadband potential, operators warn

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33 h. ago NLC, CSOs protest insecurity in Jos, warn FG of nationwide shutdown

Organised labour unions, under the platform of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), alongside civil society organisations (CSOs), have berated the read more NLC, CSOs protest insecurity in Jos, warn FG of nationwide shutdown

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35 h. ago French ‘Doctor Death’ jailed for life over patient poisonings

A French court in Besançon, eastern France, has sentenced former anaesthetist Frédéric Péchier to life imprisonment for intentionally poisoning 30 patients

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37 h. ago Doctor Accused Of Poisoning 30 Patients, Killing 12, Jailed For Life

Pechier, who has denied wrongdoing and not been detained since the start of the probe, appeared unmoved. The post Doctor Accused Of Poisoning 30 Patients, Killing 12, Jailed For Life appeared first on Channels Television.

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38 h. ago French doctor gets life jail for poisoning 30 patients, killing 12

A French court sentenced anaesthetist Frederic Pechier to life in jail for poisoning 30 patients, 12 of whom died, between 2008 and 2017. Read More: https://punchng.com/french-doctor-gets-life-jail-for-poisoning-30-patients-killing-12/

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42 h. ago Okra: What research says about its blood sugar control effects

Okra is the most popular and economically important edible plant (vegetable) that can be used in soups, salads, and stews. Beyond its culinary use, okra has long been utilised in traditional medicine for its anti-hyperglycaemic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. The global increase in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D), together with interest in herbal therapies, has […]

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44 h. ago Why attacks on schools, abduction of students must end now —Stakeholders

CLEMENT IDOKO writes on the recent surge in attacks on schools and abduction of students and teachers for ransom, with stakeholders making strident call for the Federal Government and security agencies to up their games in providing permanent solution to the menace threatening education and future of young Nigerians. Experts and critical stakeholders in the […]

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45 h. ago Lawmakers clash over 2026 revenue target as experts flag debt trap

…Economists slam N’Assembly for poor oversight The federal government’s 2026 budget outlook has exposed rare and widening divisions within the read more Lawmakers clash over 2026 revenue target as experts flag debt trap

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46 h. ago Colorectal cancer: Community awareness programmes improve detection at curable stages

A community awareness campaign in Nigeria has helped clinicians detect both early-stage and advanced colorectal cancer in patients who had not been aware that they should be screened.  The programme included a 6-month community awareness campaign in clinics, community events, and religious institutions, with information, education, and communication materials, including bilingual flyers, posters, banners, radio jingles, and social […]

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46 h. ago COSWOHI, with AmplifyChange, trains health workers on stigma

With support from Amplify Change, the Committed Soul Women Health Advocacy Africa Initiative (COSWOHI) has trained medical professionals from five local governments in post-abortion care (PAC) and stigma-free care services in an attempt to reduce maternal mortality in Oyo State. Abidakun Emmanuel, the communication officer for COSWOHI, speaking at the training in Ibadan, said healthcare […]

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