Health care
Measles: 109 deaths recorded as outbreaks hit 71 LGAs
By Joyce Ekeh Nigeria has recorded 109 deaths from measles, with outbreaks reported in 71 local government areas, LGAs, across the country, according...
Katsina health workers declare seven-day warning strike amid diphtheria outbreak
By Kazeem Waris Healthcare delivery in Katsina State could be disrupted as health workers have declared a seven-day warning strike over unresolved welfare...
Hepatitis: over 20m Nigerians at risk as silent liver killer goes undetected
90% of infected Nigerians unaware of their status, FG says late diagnosis fuels cirrhosis, liver cancer
Health insurance enrolment hits 22m, more yet to be covered — NHIA
By Confidence Obiahu Nigeria’s health insurance enrolment has risen to more than 22 million, but millions of Nigerians remain without financial protection against...
Nembe: HOMEF seeks urgent action on pollution, health, livelihoods
By Azeez Abdullahi The Health of Mother Earth Foundation, HOMEF, has called on the Federal and Bayelsa State governments to urgently address growing...
Early cancer diagnosis improves chances of cure — FG
By Desire Uzochukwu The Federal Government has urged Nigerians to take cancer screening and early detection seriously, saying the stage at which the...
