In the heart of Yoruba culture in Southwestern Nigeria lies a long-standing herbal tradition known as Agbo. The word Agbo translates literally to โherbal mixtureโ in Yoruba, and for centuries, …
As the world commemorates Mental Health Day this weekend, former presidential candidate Peter Obi has issued a strong appeal for the Nigerian government to declare the countryโs mental health situation …
In a historic move for global health equity, the Global Fund has announced a landmark agreement with pharmaceutical company Gilead to provide the revolutionary HIV prevention drug lenacapavir to low- …
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae, which primarily affects the mucous membranes of the nose and throat. It can lead to severe complications, including heart and …
The World Health Organization concluded its annual assembly on Tuesday with a significantly reduced budget but still faces a $1.7 billion funding shortfall after losing its largest donor, the United …
A deadly diphtheria outbreak has struck Mbutu Community in Aboh Mbaise LGA, Imo State, with reports indicating multiple fatalities, primarily among children. In a press statement, the Local Government Chairman, …
On Wednesday, the African Union expressed concern over President Donald Trumpโs decision to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization, urging his administration to reconsider. Just hours after …
The Association of Resident Doctors, Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD FCTA), initiated a three-day warning strike due to unpaid salaries, allowances, and other unfulfilled demands. This action has significantly disrupted …
In an effort to combat the spread of Mpox, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has provided Nigeria with 10,000 doses of the Jynneos vaccine. At the official …
Spain has announced its decision to donate 500,000 doses of the Mpox vaccine to countries in Central Africa that are currently experiencing a surge in cases. This donation represents 20% …
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