Kano Govt Orders Probe into Woman’s death after surgery
The Kano State Government has ordered an investigation into the death of Aishatu Umar, a housewife and mother of five, following a surgery at the Abubakar Imam Urology Center. Aishatu….
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Medical negligence blamed for Chimamanda’s Son’s death
Fresh details have emerged surrounding the death of the 21-month-old son of writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, following a brief illness while the family was in….
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Tinubu Administration Records Major Milestones in Health Sector Reforms — Presidency
The Presidency has outlined key reforms and interventions implemented in Nigeria’s health sector under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The milestones shared on X by the Special Assistant to the President….
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UNN Unveils First-Ever Doctor of Pharmacy Graduates in Landmark Academic Breakthrough
The University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) has recorded a landmark academic achievement with the graduation of its pioneer Doctor of Pharmacy cohort, a development that formally places the institution within….
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Radiography Expert Raises Alarm Over Manpower Shortage
The growing demand for medical imaging procedures is driving a surge in diagnostic investigations, rising complication trends, and a nationwide shortage of skilled personnel, a radiography expert has warned. According….
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Condom Distribution in Nigeria Drops by 55% – UNAIDS
A new report by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS has warned that Nigeria’s condom distribution declined by 55 percent over the past year, signalling a major setback in….
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NAFDAC Urges Nigerians to Report Adverse Reactions and Side Effects of Drugs
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has called on Nigerians to promptly report any side effects or adverse reactions from medicines, vaccines, cosmetics, and other….
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FMC Ikole-Ekiti Secures Full Accreditation for Housemanship Training
The Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Ikole-Ekiti, has received full accreditation from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) to conduct housemanship training. The Nation reports that the approval followed….
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Study Urges Review of Global Drug Dosage Guidelines for African Children
A new study has highlighted significant differences in how African children metabolise Risperidone, a commonly prescribed mental health medication, prompting calls for a review of international drug dosage guidelines. The….
Read moreNAFDAC Unveils Revised National Action Plan to Combat Substandard Medical Products
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has launched a revised National Action Plan on Substandard and Falsified (SF) Medical Products, aimed at fortifying the integrity….
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