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Plateau approves recruitment of 1,300 health workers — Mutfwang
…Governor targets improved staffing, revitalises 105 PHCs
HCPAN raises alarm over low health insurance coverage, seeks fair tariffs
… Calls for flexible premiums, prompt claims payment as out-of-pocket spending remains high
All donated drugs, vaccines to face safety checks – NAFDAC
.. Says US-made products may get expedited approval under existing FDA reliance framework
Uganda seeks Nigeria’s travel, medical records over confirmed Ebola case
By Desire Uzochukwu Uganda has asked Nigeria to provide detailed travel and clinical records of a Nigerian woman confirmed to have Ebola Virus...
Ebola alert: FAAN intensifies airport vigilance, urges calm
By Joyce Ekeh The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has intensified vigilance across airport operations following the confirmation of an Ebola Virus...
Ebola Alert: Avoid handshakes, hugs, unnecessary physical contact, experts warn
By Desire Uzochukwu The Academy of Medical Sciences of Nigeria has urged Nigerians to avoid unnecessary physical contact, including handshakes and hugs, and...
Breaking: FG confirms Ebola case in Abuja, tracks 44 contacts
By Editor The Federal Government has confirmed a case of Ebola disease in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), with contact tracing underway...
FG Approves Four Snakebite Treatment Centres in Benue
By Chiamaka Egwu The Federal Government has approved four health facilities in Benue State as designated snakebite treatment centres, a move expected to...
