Health
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NCDC reports rising cases of cerebrospinal meningitis, urges vigilance
By Victor Akan The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported a rising number of suspected cerebrospinal meningitis (CSM)…
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Trump tariffs a major blow to global economy – EU Chief
By Victor Akan EU Chief Ursula Von Der Leyen and US trade partners are urging Donald Trump to reconsider the…
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Couples’ regular sex linked to longer life – Expert
Dr Adesida Adewumi, a Consultant Family Physician, has revealed that couples who engage in regular sex tend to live longer…
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Nigeria enters peak meningitis season November–May, says NCDC
By Victor Akan The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has raised concerns over the increasing number of…
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Lassa Fever kills 118 in Q1 2025 — NCDC
At least, 20 healthcare workers have been infected as Nigeria battles a worsening Lassa fever outbreak, with 118 deaths recorded…
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NACA reaffirms free HIV treatment amid funding challenges
The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) has confirmed that treatment for HIV in Nigeria remains free, in…
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Cerebrospinal Meningitis kills 3 in Gombe
By Victor Akan Gombe State Government has confirmed the death of three persons from Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) in the state.…
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WHO unveils new guidance to strengthen mental health systems
By Franca Ofili The World Health Organisation (WHO) has unveiled new guidance to help countries reform and strengthen their mental…
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FG set to end Tuberculosis by 2030 as first lady donates ₦1bn
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eliminating tuberculosis (TB) in the country by year 2030, with a renewed…
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Meningitis Outbreak Kills Six Varsity Students
No fewer than six students of Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA) have died from the outbreak…
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