Category : Cancer Care


Obasanjo Flags Off Lagos to World Cancer Fight Expedition

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo will flag off the Lagos to World expedition on May 31, 2026, at his library in Abeokuta. The solo global drive by U. Erik Nwagwu aims to raise awareness and provide free prostate cancer screenings.

UNILAG Leaders Honor Pioneer Oncologist Prof. Kofi Duncan

The University of Lagos Vice Chancellor, Provost, and other dignitaries paid tribute to the late Prof. Kofi Duncan, West Africa's first clinical and radiation oncologist, praising his pioneering work in cancer treatment and mentorship legacy.

Kidney Expert Calls for Reforms as Renal Cases Mount in Nigeria

Dr. Chimezie Okwuonu, a leading transplant nephrologist, advocates for urgent reforms in Nigeria's kidney care system, highlighting funding gaps, transplant challenges, and the need for stronger insurance support to address the growing renal disease burde

Nigeria Has Over 1.5M Children with Sickle Cell Disease

A major Lancet study reveals Nigeria carries the highest global burden of sickle cell disease, with over 1.5 million children affected. Researchers urge urgent action through newborn screening and healthcare integration.

Obareki Gifts Solar Power to Hospital on Birthday

Elder Onoriode Obareki marked his birthday by donating a 5KVA solar power system to Ikot Okoro General Hospital in Akwa Ibom, enhancing electricity for medical services and clearing patient bills.

PVAC Backs Emzor API Project for Local Drug Production

The Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC) has praised Emzor Pharmaceuticals' Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients project as a strategic move to enhance Nigeria's domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on imported medici

Newborns Carry Antibiotic Resistance Genes, Study Finds

Groundbreaking research presented at a global medical conference reveals that newborn babies harbor antibiotic resistance genes in their gut microbiome within the first 72 hours of life, potentially impacting future health outcomes.

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