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DR Congo Confirms New Ebola Outbreak in Ituri Province
DR Congo confirms a new Ebola outbreak in Ituri Province linked to the Bundibugyo virus, with 246 suspected cases and 80 deaths. WHO declares a public health emergency.
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NGO Free Medical Outreach for Teachers in Niger State
DIWA, with AusRelief and Niger State ministries, provided free medical screening and treatment to 150 teachers in Minna, promoting preventive healthcare and educator wellbeing.
Nigeria Has Capacity to Combat Ebola, Says NCDC
NCDC assures Nigerians no need to panic over Ebola, citing improved health systems and past success in containing the virus in 2014.
WHO Allocates $3.4M for Ebola in DRC, Uganda
The World Health Organization has approved an additional $3.4 million to combat the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, bringing total funding to $3.9 million.
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Lifestyle Changes Urged to Curb Hypertension in Nigeria
Experts warn over 80 million Nigerians have hypertension, urging lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to combat the silent killer and reduce stroke and heart attack risks.
Nigerians Urged to Embrace Yearly Medical Check-ups
Medical experts call for yearly check-ups to prevent diseases, highlighting emotional stress and economic challenges as key health factors during a free outreach in Lagos.
Yobe Hospital Performs First Lower Jaw Surgery Successfully
Yobe State Specialist Hospital successfully performed a segmental mandibulectomy, a complex lower jaw surgery, for the first time in the region, marking a healthcare milestone.
Rivers Communities Urged to Own Primary Health Centres
Rivers State government calls on residents to take ownership of PHCs to improve maternal and child health, as stakeholders meet in Port Harcourt.
MedReach Telehealth Platform to Transform Nigeria's Healthcare
US-based innovator John Olatunbosun launches MedReach, a Nigerian-led telehealth platform integrating consultations, labs, pharmacy, home care, and diaspora support to bridge healthcare gaps.
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Lagos Foundation Targets Respiratory Diseases, Drug Access
A new foundation launched in Lagos aims to combat respiratory diseases and expand drug access, honoring Ojumitunrayo Onaara Olufade. Experts highlight urgent need for awareness.
Brazilian Man Wakes Up at Funeral Home During Body Prep
A Brazilian man declared dead shocked funeral home staff by waking up as they prepared his body for a wake, sparking investigations.
Lady Battling Kidney Disease Shows Before and After Look
A Nigerian lady with chronic kidney disease shared a tearful video showing her physical transformation, sparking emotional reactions online.
9/11 survivor says body burning from inside out
Jenn Ashcraft, who survived both 1993 and 2001 World Trade Center attacks, battles an autoimmune disorder she describes as her body burning from the inside out.
WHO Launches Strategy for Emergency-Ready Workforce by 2030
The WHO has unveiled a Global Health Emergency Corps strategy to ensure 10% of health workers in every country are trained for emergencies by 2030, aiming to strengthen global preparedness and response.
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Ebola: 100 Deaths in DRC, Six Americans Exposed
At least 100 deaths from Ebola in DRC, with 390 suspected cases. Six Americans exposed, one symptomatic. WHO declares international emergency. Nigeria urged to boost surveillance.
UNICEF: One Nigerian Woman Dies Every 7 Minutes in Childbirth
UNICEF reveals one Nigerian woman dies every seven minutes from childbirth complications, with 75,000 annual maternal deaths, urging urgent healthcare improvements.
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Why Rotten Tomatoes in Cooking Can Kill You: Health Alert
Health experts warn that cooking with rotten tomatoes can cause severe food poisoning, liver damage, and toxic exposure due to aflatoxins that survive high heat.
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Free healthcare for low-income pensioners in Nigeria
PenCom introduces PenCare, a free healthcare scheme for retirees earning less than ₦70,000 monthly, targeting 30,000 pensioners aged 60 and above.
Kwara Health Centre Serving 11 Communities Sparks Outrage
Residents of 11 communities in Kwara's Edu LGA decry neglect of Dzara healthcare centre, lacking equipment and forcing patients to travel far for treatment.
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WHO Declares Emergency Over Ebola as NCDC Ramps Up Watch
WHO declares Public Health Emergency of International Concern over Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda; NCDC intensifies surveillance in Nigeria with no confirmed cases.
Nigeria shines in Commonwealth cervical cancer report
Nigeria is among 12 Commonwealth countries featured in a new case study compendium on cervical cancer elimination, launched at the 2026 Commonwealth Health Coordination Forum in Geneva.
Stakeholders Urge Expanded Hepatitis Treatment, Vaccination
Stakeholders at a hepatitis summit dissemination meeting in Taraba call for scaling up treatment and birth-dose vaccination to meet WHO's 2030 elimination targets.
UCTH CMD: Improved Conditions Slowing Japa Trend
UCTH's CMD says better working conditions and modern equipment are reversing the 'Japa' trend, with some doctors returning home.
NCDC: No Ebola Case in Nigeria Despite Regional Outbreak
The NCDC assures Nigerians there are no confirmed Ebola cases in the country despite outbreaks in DRC and Uganda, with heightened surveillance in place.
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FG intervention drives massive UCTH upgrade, expands 850 bed capacity
The University of Calabar Teaching Hospital undergoes massive renovations and expansion, increasing bed capacity to 850 with federal government support.
Tuberculosis: Stemming Spread, Curbing Stigma
First Lady Remi Tinubu calls for urgent action against TB, highlighting high burden, stigma, and need for increased funding and awareness campaigns in Nigeria.
Man Shares 4 Symptoms of Stage 5 Kidney Failure Before Diagnosis
A man shares four symptoms he noticed before being diagnosed with stage 5 kidney failure, highlighting early warning signs of the illness.
Lady Lists Sad Changes After Kidney Disease Diagnosis
A 25-year-old Nigerian lady with chronic kidney disease shares an emotional TikTok video detailing the toll on her health and appealing for transplant help.
Doctor Lists 6 Overlooked Causes of Kidney Cancer
A medical doctor has identified six common but often ignored causes of kidney cancer following the death of Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo. She urges Nigerians to take kidney health seriously.
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Meningitis outbreak in Sokoto State has surpassed 2,000 cases, prompting health authorities to urge residents to seek early treatment and maintain hygiene.
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