Reps make case for alternative medicare in Nigeria
The House of Representatives has mandated its relevant committees to liaise with government agencies towards strengthening alternative healthcare services in the country. This followed a […]
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Kebbi 2022 budget: UNICEF seeks special allocations to health, education
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has urged the Kebbi state government to allocate 15 per cent and 25 per cent of the state’s total […]
Expert says Ischemic heart disease can lead to death
Dr. Jide Owonala, the Chief Medical Director, Living Standard Hospital, Benin, says ischemic heart disease can lead to death, if not properly managed. Owolana spoke […]
WHO calls for support to address climate health risks –survey report
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called for support to implement national health and climate change plans or strategies to address climate health risks. The […]
RecyclePoints wins #Hack4COVIDWaste challenge
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in partnership with EpiAFRIC, Reboot and Nigeria Health Watch have announced RecyclePoints as the winner of the #Hack4COVIDWaste. This […]
COVID-19: Lagos residents complain of challenge accessing vaccination
Some residents of Lagos State have complained about the frustration they are experiencing while trying to access the COVID-19 vaccine. They allege it is a […]
Putin asks military to build medical facilities amid COVID-19 chaos
Russian President, Vladimir Putin has called on the military to build more medical facilities for the rapidly growing number of Covid-19 patients. Putin said at […]
GOSA organises free medical outreach, inaugurates projects to celebrate 70th anniversary
Gindiri Old Students Association (GOSA) has organised a 3-day free medical outreach for the host community,Gindiri, as they celebrate the 70th anniversary of Boys Secondary […]
UNFPA donates ICT equipment to Bauchi govt. for fistula survivors
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has donated information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment to the Bauchi state government, for fistula survivors. Malam Mamuda Ishaq, […]
Vietnam begins vaccination of children against COVID-19
Southern Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) on Wednesday started vaccinating children against COVID-19. According to a local media outlet, VnExpress, the city became the […]