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NDLEA Finds Expired Drug Depot in Abia – Calls for National Oversight

A shocking raid in Abia revealed a massive expired drug depot. Here’s how it threatens public health—and what Nigeria must do next.

70% of Nigerian Professionals Battle Burnout as Workplace Stress Hits Crisis Levels

Nigeria’s professionals are running on fumes: 70% battle burnout as workplace stress triggers a national productivity crisis.

Many hypertension cases undiagnosed — FG

The Federal Government warns of a silent hypertension crisis in Nigeria—this article explores its causes, impacts, and solutions in depth.

U.S. CDC warns of rising measles threat in Nigeria, urges vaccine scale‑up

A hopeful moment in rural Nigeria: a nurse vaccinates a young child, illustrating community efforts to close immunity gaps and stop measles outbreaks.

Jigawa State Government Takes Over N200 Million Hospital Donated by Lawmaker

Let's talk about something that truly makes a difference in people's lives: access to quality healthcare. It's something we all need, and it's fantastic...

WHA78 Ends with Landmark Global Health Accords Adopted

Explore the pivotal decisions made at WHA78, focusing on the adoption of the WHO Pandemic Agreement and its implications for global health governance."

NAFDAC Bans Counterfeit Tarivid Antibiotic Batch Found in Lagos

NAFDAC has issued a public alert regarding a counterfeit batch of Tarivid (Ofloxacin 200mg) antibiotic found in Lagos, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and reporting unregistered drugs."

WHO Keeps Mpox on Global Health Emergency List

WHO team in rural Africa administering mpox vaccines and tests—urgent, coordinated, hopeful

IMANI Breast Pump Debuts at ‘Mums in Bloom’ Wellness Event

The IMANI Breast Pump was unveiled at the Mums in Bloom wellness event in Lagos, offering Nigerian mothers a new breastfeeding solution

Why Nigerian Dietitians Say the Keto Craze Could Harm Teenagers

Nigerian dietitians caution against the keto diet for teenagers, emphasizing potential health risks and the need for culturally appropriate, balanced nutrition.

FCT Expands HPV Shots to Boys Aged 9–14

Discover how the FCT's expansion of the HPV vaccine to boys aged 9–14 is a significant step in cancer prevention and public health

NAFDAC Pulls Contaminated Cough Syrup off Shelves—Batch Numbers

NAFDAC pulls contaminated Benylin Paediatric cough syrup off Nigerian shelves to protect public health.

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