Health

Marwa visits Tinubu

November 4, 2025

WHO, CTFK Warn Govts of Tobacco Industry Interference at Global Conference

November 3, 2025

The World Health Organisation’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) Secretariat and the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids (CTFK) have separately warned governments to guard against increasing efforts by the

NMA to begin monthly psychiatric checks for inmates

October 30, 2025

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has said it will commence monthly psychiatric evaluation for all prison inmates across the country from November 2025. The Vice President I of the association,

Breast cancer is not a death sentence when detected early, says NAOWA

October 27, 2025

The Chairperson Nigerian Army Officers Wives’ Association (NAOWA), 1 Division Chapter, Dr Mrs Halima Tafida-Wase, has said breast cancer is not a death sentence when detected early. She stated this

‘Foreign, Local Groups Targeting Nigerian Students with Nicotine Products’

October 22, 2025

Tobacco control advocacy organisations in Nigeria have called on the Federal Government, health authorities, and relevant stakeholders to take immediate action against the clandestine marketing of nicotine-based products disguised as

Reps to probe utilisation of HIV, TB, Malaria grants

October 21, 2025

The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the utilisation of grants received by Nigeria to combat HIV, Tuberculosis (TB) and Malaria from 2021 to 2025. The resolution was sequel

Why Fortifying Ultra-Processed Foods Won’t Solve Nigeria’s Nutrition Crisis

October 21, 2025

By Bukola Olukemi-Odele Food fortification is a well-established public health intervention designed to address widespread micronutrient deficiencies in populations. Over time, this strategy has proven remarkably effective in tackling several

Women more vulnerable to mental health issues, says Commissioner

October 10, 2025

The Kano State Commissioner for Health, Dr Abubakar Labaran, says women are more vulnerable to mental health challenges, calling for increased awareness, early intervention, and psychosocial support to promote mental

When Beverage Companies Pretend to Save the Planet

October 6, 2025

By Humphrey Ukeaja The sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) industry loves a good photograph. A group of people in bright shirts gather on a beach, collecting bottles into neat bags. The picture

Abuse of painkillers increases the incidence of ulcer cases, expert warns

October 6, 2025

Dr Chukwudi Njelita, Chief Medical Director of Rock Foundation Hospital in Awka, Anambra, State has cautioned against abuse and excessive intake of pain relievers also known as Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

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