Health

At Chijos News, we focus on how UK policies and public services affect everyday life for Africans in the diaspora, particularly Nigerians who rely heavily on the NHS for timely, …

In a landmark move aimed at cutting crime and addressing the root causes of reoffending, clinicians and nurses will, for the first time, work directly from probation offices in crime …

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has strengthened safety warnings for gabapentinoids, benzodiazepines, and z-drugs to better inform patients and healthcare professionals about the risks of dependence, addiction, …

At Chijos News, we recognise that health stories matter deeply to diaspora communities. For many Nigerians and other migrants living in the UK, access to clear, trustworthy health information can …

For many Nigerians and other diaspora families living in the UK, keeping up with changes to the NHS and public health system is not always straightforward. From navigating GP appointments …

For many Nigerian and African families raising children in the UK, navigating the NHS can feel confusing, intimidating, or simply overwhelming. Missed appointments, language barriers, transport costs, long waits and …

NHS hospitals across England are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to better predict when accident and emergency departments will be busiest, helping patients get faster care even during the busiest …

For many Nigerians in the UK, the new year often comes with quiet resolutions shaped by diaspora life. Long work hours, cold weather, stress, changing diets and limited time can …

Across the UK, thousands of young people enter adulthood without the safety net most people take for granted. Leaving the care system often means stepping into adult life earlier, with …

For many people in the diaspora, managing health in the UK often means balancing long-term conditions, multiple prescriptions, and trust in a healthcare system that may feel very different from …