Health experts stress that the first six weeks after childbirth are vital for preventing complications and ensuring maternal and newborn wellbeing, urging comprehensive postnatal education and follow-up care.
WHO recommends Ervebo vaccine for clinical trial against Bundibugyo virus in DRC, citing cross-protection data; outbreak has 3,605 cases and 1,587 deaths.
FG orders immediate measures to protect health workers nationwide after 18 cases of assault in 12 months, following Uyo Teaching Hospital incident.
USCIS says foreign workers need 5 years as Green Card holders to apply for citizenship; 3 years if married to a US citizen.
Turkey requires 8 continuous years of legal residence for a long-term permit; student years count half. Refugees and temporary protection holders are excluded.
Bauchi State declares cholera outbreak with 398 suspected cases and 16 deaths across 13 LGAs, as of July 31, 2026.
CBN survey reveals high energy costs remain top burden for Nigerians despite easing inflation expectations, impacting household finances.
Over half of new HIV infections in Harare occur among youth aged 15-24, with 1,341 new cases annually, prompting urgent targeted interventions.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says the state has only 7,000 doctors against a need for 47,000, and a health budget shortfall of at least N100 billion.
NAFDAC warns Nigerians to check expiry dates, ingredients, nutrition info, and registration numbers on packaged foods to avoid health risks.
Denmark requires 8 years of legal stay for permanent residency, but 4 years if all supplementary conditions are met. Learn the key rules and exceptions.
New Zealand's immigration authority has outlined five requirements for resident visa holders to apply for permanent residency, including a two-year residency timeline and good character.
UK ETA costs £20 (N36,696) for six-month stays. Who needs it, exemptions, and application steps for 2026.
Australia requires foreigners seeking work, study, or medical training visas to pass five medical tests, including chest X-ray, HIV, and hepatitis screening.
Australia mandates hepatitis B test for pregnant women planning to give birth in the country, as per official visa health requirements.
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.
Canada immigration in August 2026: Hong Kong PR pathways close Aug 31, new Francophone pilot intake, and IRCC backlog reporting overhaul.
Australia's Department of Home Affairs lists five exclusive citizen rights, including passports, voting, student loans, government jobs, and re-entry.
USCIS announces interim final rule allowing direct referral of asylum cases to immigration judges without interviews, effective July 27, 2026.
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 will not reverse its ban on sachet alcoholic drinks; enforcement in the Southeast has begun with seizures, as the agency prioritizes children's health.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Experts at eHealth Africa's forum stress that digital health innovations need sustainable financing, infrastructure, and institutional ownership to succeed in Nigeria.
US warns Medicare and Medicaid won't cover foreign medical costs for seniors. Travelers must plan 6-8 weeks ahead, carry medications properly, and check local laws.
President Tinubu called on Nigerian doctors abroad to return home and help transform the healthcare sector under the Renewed Hope Agenda, emphasizing patriotism and expertise.