Australia Lists 5 Medical Tests for Foreign Visas
Australia requires foreigners seeking work, study, or medical training visas to pass five medical tests, including chest X-ray, HIV, and hepatitis screening.
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Australia Requires Hepatitis B Test for Pregnant Women
Australia mandates hepatitis B test for pregnant women planning to give birth in the country, as per official visa health requirements.
Canada eTA: Who Can Apply for Electronic Travel Authorisation
Canada requires travellers to hold either a visitor visa or an eTA, depending on nationality and travel mode. Learn who qualifies for an eTA and key rules.
7 Key Canada Immigration Changes to Note in 2026
Canada immigration in August 2026: Hong Kong PR pathways close Aug 31, new Francophone pilot intake, and IRCC backlog reporting overhaul.
Mysterious Blue Creatures Wash Up on UK Beach
Hundreds of by-the-wind-sailors, Velella velella, washed up at St Bees, Cumbria, baffling beachgoers. Harmless but avoid touching.
5 Things Australia Permanent Residents Can't Do
Australia's Department of Home Affairs lists five exclusive citizen rights, including passports, voting, student loans, government jobs, and re-entry.
US Asylum Rule Change: Direct Referrals to Judges
USCIS announces interim final rule allowing direct referral of asylum cases to immigration judges without interviews, effective July 27, 2026.
Saudi Bans Travellers From 3 African Countries Over Ebola
Saudi Arabia imposes temporary entry ban on travellers from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan over Ebola, with enhanced screening for four other African countries.
NARD Threatens Strike from August 10 Over Arrears
NARD threatens nationwide indefinite strike from 10 August over outstanding salary arrears, 19 months unpaid allowances and welfare issues for resident doctors.
Enugu Reaffirms Commitment to HIV/AIDS Fight
Enugu State reaffirms its commitment to HIV/AIDS fight with strategic partnerships, inclusive policies, and evidence-based interventions, assuring quality healthcare for all residents.
NAFDAC Reaffirms Ban on Sachet Alcohol, Begins Seizures
NAFDAC will not reverse its ban on sachet alcoholic drinks; enforcement in the Southeast has begun with seizures, as the agency prioritizes children's health.
Zobo Pregnancy Safety: Expert Urges Moderation
Health experts warn that zobo, the popular hibiscus drink, lacks strong evidence for safe regular use in pregnancy, advising caution and moderation.
DRC Ebola: 3,605 Cases, 1,587 Deaths, WHO Warns of Spread
WHO reports 3,605 confirmed Ebola cases and 1,587 deaths in DRC, the country's largest outbreak, as it spreads to five provinces and 49 health zones.
WHO: 282M Malaria Cases, 610K Deaths in 2024
WHO: 282 million malaria cases and 610,000 deaths in 2024, with Africa bearing 95% of the toll and young children most vulnerable to the disease.
Gavi Commits $500m to Vaccinate Nigeria's Children
Gavi announces $500 million in new funding to immunize Nigeria's children, boosting routine vaccines and reaching millions of zero-dose kids.
Lagos Tells Doctors Not to Japa, Hints at Big Healthcare Plan
Lagos State Commissioner for Health Akin Abayomi has urged doctors and medical professionals to resist emigration, promising that a major development is imminent for Nigeria's healthcare sector.
US Blood Supply Crisis: Red Cross Sounds Alarm 2nd Time in 150 Years
The American Red Cross has declared a blood supply crisis for only the second time in 150 years, with inventory dropping 25% in one month amid extreme heat, wildfires, and a food-borne illness outbreak.
Radio Doctor Warns Women Against Planning Revenge
Oby Olamma Nnadi advises women in abusive marriages to leave or forgive, warning that planning revenge is vindictive and risky.
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Nollywood actress Chidera Adiele cries for help over brother's mental illness
Nollywood actress Chidera Adiele publicly appeals for help after her younger brother's seven-year battle with mental illness, despite treatment at seven psychiatric hospitals, leaving her exhausted as primary caregiver.
Nigerian nurse warns against giving water to accident victims
A Nigerian nurse warns that giving water to accident victims can be fatal due to choking, aspiration, or interference with emergency surgery. Focus on getting medical help instead.
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Dettol Nigeria Launches Nationwide Hygiene Challenge
Dettol Nigeria opens entries for the Dettol Original 12hrs Protection Challenge, a nationwide consumer competition encouraging consistent hygiene habits via 60-second Instagram videos.
Nigeria's Health Reforms Align with Global Consensus
Nigeria's health reforms align with WHA79 global consensus on ownership and financing. Over 4,100 PHCs revitalized, 6 million newly insured, and 78,000 workers trained.
Parental Leave Gap: Fathers Miss Critical Early Days
Nigeria's lack of paternity leave forces fathers to miss childbirth and recovery, harming maternal and child health. The country scores zero on supportive parenthood laws, with 28% of global maternal deaths.
Plateau State cholera cases reach 441, deaths 14
Plateau State has recorded 441 suspected cholera cases, 26 confirmed infections, and 14 deaths since June, according to Health Commissioner Nicholas Ba'amlong.
DRC Ebola: 3,200 Cases, 1,405 Deaths as Outbreak Spreads
The Democratic Republic of the Congo reports 3,200 confirmed Ebola cases and 1,405 deaths as the Bundibugyo strain spreads across six provinces, with Ituri hardest hit.
HIV funding cuts cause patient deaths in Nigeria
Grace died after US funding cuts ended home delivery of her HIV meds. Stigma from clinic visits led her to stop treatment. Others face similar fates as donor support collapses.
Cross River Extends Health Workers Retirement Age to 65
Cross River State extends retirement age for health workers to 65 years or 40 years of service, aiming to retain experienced professionals and strengthen healthcare delivery, effective August 1.
Nigeria finds 217,000 unvaccinated children
The Federal Government has identified over 217,000 previously unvaccinated children using digital tracking technologies over the past 18 months, aiming to improve routine immunisation coverage and reduce vaccine-preventable diseases.
Digital tools can't fix Nigeria health system alone: experts
Experts at eHealth Africa's forum stress that digital health innovations need sustainable financing, infrastructure, and institutional ownership to succeed in Nigeria.
Herbal Medicine Agency Faces Funding, Equipment Shortages
The Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) says inadequate funding, weak infrastructure, and equipment shortages hinder integration of herbal medicine into healthcare.
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