Family Lauds Edo Govt for Rescuing Mentally Ill Woman
The family of a mentally ill woman rescued by the Edo State Government has praised the authorities for their swift intervention, bringing hope and relief after months of distress.
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Sickle cell warrior emotional after AA blood transfusion
A sickle cell warrior shares her emotional reaction after her blood was replaced with AA blood, describing feeling lithe, supple, and able to breathe without dizziness.
Ebola Outbreak Tops 2,000 Cases in DR Congo, WHO Warns
More than 2,000 Ebola cases, including 754 deaths, have been recorded in DR Congo. WHO warns the outbreak may be two to four times larger than official figures suggest.
FG Expands Cancer Funding, Local Drug Production to Improve Care
Nigeria expands funding, local drug production, and research to improve cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment while easing patients' financial burden, NICRAT says.
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Europe Heatwave: Over 10,000 Excess Deaths in June
European countries reported over 10,000 excess deaths during the June heatwave, with 9,000 among people aged 65+, according to EuroMOMO data.
750g preterm baby discharged after 6 months in Akwa Ibom
A baby girl born at 25 weeks weighing 750g has been discharged from Ibom Multi-Specialty Hospital after six months of intensive care, marking the smallest baby the hospital has successfully managed.
Yobe Approves Retirees Enrolment in Health Insurance Scheme
Yobe State Government approves enrolment of state and local government retirees into the Social Equity Programme of its health insurance scheme to reduce out-of-pocket spending.
Mother and Child Care at Saint Raphael Divine Mercy Hospital
Saint Raphael Divine Mercy Specialist Hospital offers comprehensive mother and child care, focusing on the critical Golden Hour after birth and continuous support from pregnancy through postnatal care.
Stage 3 Kidney Cancer: Lady Lists 4 Warning Signs
A lady battling stage 3 kidney cancer shares four early warning signs often ignored: blood in urine, persistent back pain, unexplained weight loss, and constant fatigue.
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Enugu Seals Four Private Hospitals Over Regulatory Breaches
The Enugu State Government sealed four private hospitals in Enugu North LGA for failing to meet regulatory requirements, including license renewal and registration.
Lassa fever deadlier in 2025: 221 deaths, 24% fatality rate
Nigeria's Lassa fever outbreak has become deadlier, with 221 deaths and a 24% case fatality rate in 2025, up from 18.7% in 2024, according to the NCDC.
Rhesus Incompatibility: Causes, Prevention, and Risks
Rhesus incompatibility occurs when an Rh-negative mother carries an Rh-positive baby, risking antibody production. Learn prevention with RhoGAM and early antenatal care.
Ebola in DRC and Uganda: Urgent Containment and Funding Needed
The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda poses urgent health and development challenges. Modelling shows delayed containment could lead to thousands of deaths and economic losses, requiring at least US$710 million in additional health financing.
Daily Showers Age Skin, Dermatologists Warn
Dermatologists advise older adults to shower only twice weekly and use soap every third day to prevent dry, irritated, and fragile skin due to age-related changes.
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Kaduna issues urgent health advisory as diphtheria cases rise
Kaduna State Ministry of Health issues urgent advisory as diphtheria cases rise, with children most affected, urging vaccination and immediate medical care.
Congo Ebola Outbreak Death Toll Reaches 600
The Congolese government reports that the Ebola outbreak death toll has hit 600, with new suspected cases in previously unaffected areas.
UNICEF Clarifies Maternal Mortality Report Not New
UNICEF clarified that no new maternal mortality report was released at a Bauchi event, reaffirming its focus on strengthening maternal health services through collaboration.
Africa CDC Warns Ebola Infections Outpace Response in DRC, Uganda
Africa CDC reports progress in containing Ebola in DRC and Uganda, but rising infections outpace response, with cases up 25% in a week and bed occupancy at 95%.
Anambra free maternal healthcare saves triplets delivery costs
Anambra State's free maternal healthcare initiative spared Onyinyechi Ndubuisi's family overwhelming medical costs after she safely delivered triplets via caesarean section at Okpoko General Hospital.
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Lagos Urged to Reinstate STOP Guidelines to Reduce Maternal Deaths
Health advocates call on Lagos State to reinstate suspended STOP Guidelines, arguing they provide clearer clinical guidance and could reduce preventable maternal deaths in Nigeria.
Ebola Health Workers Strike Disrupts DR Congo Response as Cases Cross 1700
Health workers strike in DR Congo disrupts Ebola response as outbreak surpasses 1,700 cases, threatening containment efforts.
From Crisis to Care: Rewriting Women’s Healthcare in Nigeria
Nigeria’s curative healthcare mindset costs thousands of lives annually, with women facing disproportionate risks. The Maky Bloom Foundation offers education and free screenings to shift toward prevention.
Nigerian Student Abandons UK Master's for Mother's Kidney Care
Kehinde Oseru quit her master's at the University of Dundee, using tuition funds for her mother's dialysis, and launched a GoFundMe for a kidney transplant.
Pain, Stigma, Silence: Hidden Survival Gap in Sickle Cell Anaemia
Sickle cell anaemia patients face a hidden survival gap due to pain, stigma, and silence, with many dying before age 5 in Nigeria, according to experts.
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Top 10 states in Nigeria with highest HIV infections 2025
Lagos recorded 10,430 new HIV infections in 2025, the highest among Nigeria's states. See the top 10 states with the most new HIV cases according to the Federal Ministry of Health.
From Crisis to Care: Rewriting Nigeria’s Women’s Healthcare
Nigeria’s curative healthcare mindset leads to late-stage diseases, especially in women. The Maky Bloom Foundation fights this with education and free screenings.
SFH identifies shortages hampering family planning in Abia, Akwa Ibom
The Society for Family Health has identified shortages of essential commodities and training resources as major challenges limiting family planning services in Abia and Akwa Ibom states.
FG Recruits 37,000 Health Workers, Approves Migration Policy
The federal government has recruited 37,000 health workers since 2023 and approved a policy to address health worker migration, aiming to improve service delivery.
FG distributes N10bn drugs, ambulances to Bauchi
The federal government has distributed drugs, ambulances, and emergency obstetric equipment worth N10 billion to health facilities in Bauchi State to boost maternal and child health services.
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Biohacker Bryan Johnson Diagnosed with Incurable Stomach Disease
Bryan Johnson, the tech entrepreneur who spends millions yearly on anti-aging, has been diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis, an incurable stomach condition that increases cancer risk.
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