Anambra Health Agency Urges Better Care for Enrollees
Anambra State Health Insurance Agency calls on healthcare providers to enhance service quality and avoid delays, aiming to boost confidence in the scheme and expand healthcare access.
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Nigeria adopts domestic funding for nutrition programmes
Nigeria shifts from donor reliance to domestic financing for nutrition, closing a N500 billion gap, as VP Shettima warns against uncertain external aid.
Inaccurate Lab Results Worsen Nigeria's Sickle Cell Crisis
Nigeria tops global sickle cell burden with 150,000 newborns yearly and 40 million carriers. Experts blame 40% inaccurate lab results, demanding mandatory newborn screening and standardised testing.
30,000 on Free HIV Care in Ogun, Says Abiodun
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun announced that over 30,000 residents are receiving free HIV treatment. He spoke at the commissioning of a new Pharma-Grade Warehouse in Abeokuta, aimed at improving healthcare delivery.
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Experts Urge Action on Men's Emotional Wellbeing
Experts at a Lagos conference called for addressing men's emotional, psychological, and social challenges, challenging stereotypes around masculinity and gender-based violence.
Abiodun Commissions Pharma Warehouse, Says 30,000 HIV Patients Get Free Treatment
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun commissions a pharma-grade warehouse, announces over 30,000 residents with HIV receive free antiretroviral therapy and support services.
Insecticide-Treated Nets Cut Malaria Cases by 68%
A new study shows insecticide-treated mosquito nets reduce malaria cases by 68%, but rising insecticide resistance threatens future effectiveness, urging integrated control strategies.
FG Pledges Efficient Distribution of Health Products
The Federal Government inaugurated a pharma-grade warehouse in Abuja to improve storage and distribution of essential medicines, vaccines, and health commodities nationwide.
Cancer Group Opens Palliative Care Facility in Abuja
Project Pink Blue has established a Pain and Palliative Care Unit at FMC Abuja to provide comprehensive pain management and palliative care, especially for women with gynaecological cancers.
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FG to Power 35,000 Health Facilities with Renewable Energy
The Federal Government plans to electrify 35,000 health facilities using renewable energy, aiming to reduce $2 billion annual medical tourism losses and achieve 30% renewable penetration by 2027.
FCTA Unveils HIFU Fibroid Treatment, Free Care for 100 Women
FCTA launches HIFU technology at Wuse District Hospital for non-invasive fibroid treatment. First 100 eligible women to receive free care, boosting reproductive health access.
Foundation Clears Medical Bills for 25 LASUTH Patients
FIDAP Cares paid millions of naira to offset medical bills of 25 discharged patients at LASUTH, enabling them to return home after weeks of being stranded.
Nutrition 774 adopts homegrown funding model, targets N500b gap
Nigeria's Nutrition 774 Initiative shifts to domestic financing to close a N500 billion nutrition funding gap, reducing foreign donor dependence.
LUTH automates blood screening to boost safety and efficiency
LUTH introduces automated IH500 system for blood screening, reducing turnaround time from 180 to under 50 minutes, improving safety and donor management.
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Plateau records 11 cholera cases, 5 deaths in Mangu
Plateau State reports 11 confirmed cholera cases, 5 deaths, and 53 suspected cases in Mangu LGA. Health authorities intensify response with RRTs, treatment centers, and diagnostic kits.
Nigeria Launches Framework for Private Hospital Power Investment
Nigeria's federal government unveiled the Nigeria Power for Health Initiative to attract private investment for reliable electricity in healthcare facilities, aiming to improve services and reduce power shortages.
LASG Pledges Inclusive Healthcare for PWDs on HIV AIDS
Lagos State Government reaffirms commitment to inclusive healthcare by sensitising persons with hearing and visual impairments on HIV/AIDS prevention and stigma reduction.
Funding deficits, supply gaps threaten maternal health MMS scale up
A new report warns that fragmented financing, affordability barriers, and inadequate supply chains threaten Nigeria's scale-up of Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation for pregnant women.
Niger State Ramps Up Surveillance After Polio, Diphtheria Cases
Niger State intensifies disease surveillance after detecting three new polio cases in Mariga and Magama LGAs and diphtheria cases in Bida, Chanchaga, and Suleja. Health authorities, with UNICEF and US support, hold town hall meetings with traditional rule
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Funding Gaps Threaten Maternal Health MMS Scale Up
A new report warns that fragmented financing, affordability barriers, and supply gaps threaten Nigeria's scale-up of Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation for pregnant women.
Neurologist Urges Protection for Vulnerable Seniors on Elder Abuse Day
Dr. Temitope Farombi calls for greater protection of older persons with dementia, warning of abuse and neglect on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
Cholera Outbreak in Plateau: 5 Dead, 53 Infected
Plateau state reports 53 suspected cholera cases and five deaths amid outbreak in Mangu LGA. Health commissioner urges hygiene and early medical attention.
NAFDAC Warns on Recalled Children's Ibuprofen in US
NAFDAC issues public health alert after nearly 90,000 bottles of Children's Ibuprofen are recalled in the US due to contamination with foreign materials like gel-like mass and black particles.
Haima Health CEO Urges More Blood Donation Investment
Bukola Bolarinwa, CEO of Haima Health, calls for increased investment in blood donation systems and stronger public awareness campaigns to address Nigeria's persistent safe blood shortages.
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Cholera in Plateau: 5 Dead, 11 Confirmed Cases
Plateau State records 11 confirmed cholera cases and 5 deaths. Health authorities scale up emergency measures, deploy rapid response teams, and urge preventive actions.
Nigeria Boosts Local Production of Prenatal Supplements
Nigeria is intensifying efforts to expand access to Multiple Micronutrient Supplements for pregnant women, pushing for local production and sustainable financing to reduce donor dependence.
How menopause affects bone health and fracture risk
Menopause increases osteoporosis risk due to oestrogen decline. Expert advises nutrition, exercise, and early screening to maintain bone density and prevent fractures.
Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Shows Progress
An analysis of Nigeria's Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative, highlighting progress in primary healthcare upgrades, maternal mortality reduction, and financing reforms.
Remi Tinubu Celebrates Blood Donors, Urges More Donations
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu honors blood donors as heroes of life, encourages Nigerians, especially youths, to embrace voluntary blood donation for a stronger healthcare system.
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60 youths become sexual reproductive health champions in Taraba
WCAHealth and Taraba Ministry of Health graduated 60 community youths as Sexual Reproductive Health Champions under the ACCESS Programme to improve adolescent health.
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