Anonymous STI Testing Service Fights HIV Stigma in Nigeria
SYNLAB Nigeria introduces Peachy, an anonymous STI testing service to combat HIV stigma and encourage early diagnosis. Know your status privately today.
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FETHI CMD: Collective Effort Needed to Stop Brain Drain
Prof. Adekunle Ajayi, outgoing CMD of FETHI, urges a national, multi-faceted strategy to combat brain drain, citing poor pay, insecurity, and poor infrastructure as key drivers. He highlights his 8-year achievements.
How Nigeria Immunised Over 1.4 Million Children in 2025
ACE Strategy and Consults reveals its 2025 success, reaching millions of Nigerian children through immunisation and digital enumeration. Discover the strategies behind this public health milestone.
Nigeria Intensifies Fight Against Unaffordable Healthcare
Federal and state governments, with global partners, are ramping up efforts to make healthcare affordable for all Nigerians. Key strategies include expanding health insurance and systemic reforms under the NHSRII initiative.
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Osinbajo Commissions Alakija's Medical Hospital at UNIOSUN
Former VP Yemi Osinbajo commissions the Modupe & Folorunso Alakija Medical Research Hospital at Osun State University, a 250-bed facility aimed at reducing medical tourism and boosting local healthcare.
NBSA Urges Voluntary Blood Donation Amid Critical Shortage
The National Blood Service Agency reveals Nigeria needs 2 million blood units yearly but collects less than 25%. Prof. Saleh Yuguda calls for voluntary donations to save lives.
Osun Community Abolishes FGM, Pledges to Arrest Perpetrators
Ajogba Community in Ilesa East, Osun State, publicly abandons Female Genital Mutilation, vows to hand offenders to police. AHI and UNFPA-backed declaration marks a major step.
Unimeal App Review: Safe or Risky for Nigerians?
A detailed review of the Unimeal diet app. We analyse its safety, pricing, and legitimacy for Nigerian users seeking a trustworthy health tool. Discover if it's worth your money.
Jehovah's Witness Offers Support to Aunty Esther
A Jehovah's Witness member writes an open letter to cancer patient Aunty Esther, detailing how she can get full financial and medical support from the congregation after public backlash.
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Diabetes Burden in Nigeria: A Silent Epidemic
Nigeria faces a rising diabetes crisis, with up to 8 million adults affected. Poor diets and ultra-processed foods drive NCDs, now the leading cause of death. Urgent policy action on SSB taxes and food labeling is needed.
Man Rages After Visiting Aunty Esther at Nigerian Hospital
A Nigerian man shares his firsthand, distressing account of visiting a relative at a hospital, exposing critical issues. Read his full story and witness testimony here.
Pepper Girl Rejects Blood Transfusion Over Faith After N30m Donations
Online personality Auntie Esther rejects blood transfusion for cancer treatment due to her faith as a Jehovah's Witness, sparking debate after N30m in public donations. Read the full story.
Tacha Slams Aunty Esther Over Blood Transfusion Refusal
Reality star Simply Tacha sparks debate after criticizing Twitter personality Aunty Esther for refusing a blood transfusion on religious grounds despite N30m in donations. Read the full story.
Nigeria Must End Reliance on Foreign Health Aid - Presidency
Presidential adviser Dr. Salma Anas warns Nigeria's health system is vulnerable due to over-reliance on foreign grants and high out-of-pocket payments. The government is pushing for Domestic Resource Mobilisation to achieve Universal Health Coverage.
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Professor Calls for Law to Mandate Walking for Health
A UNILAG professor proposes legislation to enforce walking, aiming to slash Nigeria's healthcare spending. Experts highlight benefits for physical, mental, and national unity.
Aunty Esther's Blood Transfusion Stance Angers Visitor
A Nigerian man shares his emotional hospital visit to Aunty Esther, where she vowed to refuse a blood transfusion for her cancer treatment. Discover the public reaction and the religious debate it sparked.
Influencer Rejects Blood Transfusion Over Faith Amid Cancer Battle
Nigerian influencer Aunty Esther refuses blood transfusion due to Jehovah's Witness beliefs while battling cancer, sparking intense online debate. Read the full story and reactions.
Katsina Hospital Tragedy: Pregnant Woman D!es Over Payment
A pregnant woman, Aisha Najamu, d!ed at Turai Umaru Yar'adua Hospital in Katsina after a health worker allegedly refused a bank transfer for oxygen. The hospital cites a cash-only policy. Read the full investigation.
Aunty Esther Refuses Blood Transfusion Over Faith Amid Cancer
Popular X shopper Aunty Esther, diagnosed with cancer, declines vital blood transfusion due to Jehovah's Witness beliefs, causing donors and medical volunteers to withdraw support. Read the full story.
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French Town Offers €1,000 Birth Bonus to Save Clinic
A small French town will pay expectant mothers €1,000 to give birth locally, aiming to save its maternity ward from closure. Doctors warn of safety risks. Read more.
Lagos begins second phase of polio outbreak response
Lagos State kicks off a 4-day second phase polio vaccination campaign targeting children under five. Health teams will visit homes and public spaces to administer the safe nOPV2 vaccine.
Nigeria's Major Progress in Eliminating Trachoma
The Federal Government and Sightsavers Nigeria reaffirm commitment to eliminate blinding disease Trachoma by 2030. Significant progress reported with 87% reduction in endemic areas.
MoU Signed to Support Nigeria's 1.5 Million Dementia Patients
Glow Therapeutics and NeuralVillage sign MoU to introduce Harmoni Technology for dementia care in Nigeria. Aim is to ease burden on families via local government channels. Read more.
HIV Progress in Nigeria Threatened by Stigma, Funding Cuts
Nigeria's HIV success story is fragile. Stigma, donor dependency & treatment disruptions risk reversing decades of progress. Can local investment save the day?
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First Human Trial for Lassa Fever Vaccine Begins
Nigeria and other endemic nations applaud the start of a first-in-human clinical trial for a Lassa fever vaccine in Oxford, marking a critical step against the deadly disease. Read more.
Tinubu's Health Reforms: Major Gains in 2025
President Tinubu's health reforms show major progress: 17% drop in maternal mortality, N68bn for vaccines, and health insurance up to 11%. See the full report.
Oral diseases affect 3.7bn people globally - UNIMED Don
A UNIMED professor reveals 45% of the world's population suffers from oral diseases, with a $710bn economic burden. Learn the critical role of restorative dentists.
New 24-Hour Health Hotline Launches for Lagos Detty December
Lagos launches 07000HEALTH, a 24-hour medical hotline & website to provide seamless healthcare for residents and visitors during the busy Detty December festivities. Get instant access to doctors, pharmacy deliveries & more.
Stella Monye Seeks Help for Son's 24-Year Medical Ordeal
Veteran singer Stella Monye breaks down in tears, pleading for financial assistance for her son Ibrahim's life-saving surgery after a 24-year medical battle following a tragic childhood accident.
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Pharmacists Oppose Creation of New Health Commissions
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria cautions the National Assembly against creating new health bodies, calling proposals legally unnecessary and wasteful.
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