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WHO says 9m people need HIV treatment, 30m on ARV

The World Health Organisation (WHO) says nearly 30 million people living with HIV are currently on Antiretroviral (ARV) treatment, while nine million others need treatment but are not getting it. The Director-General of the organisation, Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, made this known

November 29, 2024

Health

WHO calls for action on malaria ahead of World Malaria Day

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called for renewed and intensified efforts at all levels, from global policy to community action, to accelerate progress towards malaria elimination. The call was made on Thursday in a statement marking World Malaria Day, which

April 25, 2025

Health

Sexual harassment: University dismisses lecturer in Bauchi, hands over property in his possession

By Olaide Ayinde The Governing Council of the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) in Bauchi State has dismissed one Dr Usman Aliyu from the service of the institution. Alhaji Zailani Bappa, Director, Information and Public Relations of the institution, disclosed this in

April 24, 2025

Health·Women & Family

Maternal Mortality rate at 512 deaths per 100,000 live births, highest in the world, unacceptable – Expert .

As Nigeria joins other African countries in marking this year’s Vaccination Week, the Federal Government has intensified efforts to reduce maternal mortality and boost primary healthcare access across the country. The Executive Director, the National Primary Health Care Development Agency, Dr. Muyi

April 23, 2025

Health

EU, Red Cross distributes sanitary items to 500 women in Kogi

The European Humanitarian Aid in partnership with the Nigerian Red Cross Society have distributed hygiene and sanitary items to 500 women affected by the 2024 flood disaster in Kogi. The items were provided by the EU under its 2024 Integrated Flood Response

April 21, 2025

Health

NDLEA suggests drug tests on NYSC members to prevent substance use.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) is advocating mandatory drug testing for all prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). NDLEA Chairman, retired Brig.-Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd), said the agency is tackling drug abuse by promoting drug testing in

April 20, 2025

Health

Over 10,000 Women in South-West benefits as First Lady donates health kits and other items

Over 10,000 nurses and midwives in the South-West geopolitical zone have been presented with professional kits, a cheque of N50 million naira given to the Wife of the Ondo State Governor, Mrs Esther Aiyedatiwa, for the recapitalisation of 1,000 women petty traders in

April 17, 2025

Health

NGO Wants media support for accurate reportage of sexual reproductive health

Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Olabode Youth and Women Initiatives (OYAWIN) has appealed to the media for accurate reportage and public enlightenment of Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHRs). OYAWIN Executive Director, Mr Moroof Olabode, made the appeal in Osogbo at a two-day

April 17, 2025

Health·Women & Family

Over 4,000 women benefit from free C-section initiative, other free medica – Minister

By Folasade Akpan Over 4,000 women benefited from the Federal Government’s free Cesarean section (C-section) initiative since inauguration The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja during a media conference marking the 2025

April 17, 2025

Health·International

WHO member states finalise historic pandemic agreement, ready for adoption in May

By Cecilia Ologunagba The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that countries have finalised a draft global agreement, aimed at improving how the world prepares for and responds to pandemics. The WHO said that the agreement marked a historic step that will

April 17, 2025

Health

Kwara State trains 16 LGA health workers on CLMS for wider reach

Participants at the just concluded intensive training on the Revised Contraceptive Logistics Management System (CLMS), have been urged to deploy the knowledge gained to improve health outlook in the state. The essence is to ensure uninterrupted access to family planning commodities,

April 17, 2025

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WHO says 9m people need HIV treatment, 30m on ARV

WHO calls for action on malaria ahead of World Malaria Day

Sexual harassment: University dismisses lecturer in Bauchi, hands over property in his possession

Maternal Mortality rate at 512 deaths per 100,000 live births, highest in the world, unacceptable – Expert .

EU, Red Cross distributes sanitary items to 500 women in Kogi

NDLEA suggests drug tests on NYSC members to prevent substance use.

Over 10,000 Women in South-West benefits as First Lady donates health kits and other items

NGO Wants media support for accurate reportage of sexual reproductive health

Over 4,000 women benefit from free C-section initiative, other free medica – Minister

WHO member states finalise historic pandemic agreement, ready for adoption in May

Kwara State trains 16 LGA health workers on CLMS for wider reach

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