US Funding Cuts: How WHO’s Forced Adjustments Impact Nigeria, Africa
Alfred Ajayi The United States (US) funding cuts to World Health Organization had created a huge budget gap, forcing a…
Category: Health
Red Cross, EU distribute dignity kits to Anambra flood victims
Nigerian Red Cross Society, in partnership with the European Union, has distributed hygiene and sanitary items to 400 women and…
LP Lawmaker Launches Health Center Projects in Onitsha
By Chinedum Elekwachi Senator representing Anambra North Senatorial District, Dr Tony Nwoye has flagged off construction of Healthcare facilities in…
Use of industrial oxygen in Anambra hospitals dangerous – Mefor
Chinedum Elekwachi Anambra State Commissioner for Information, Dr Law Mefor has expressed worry over continued use of industrial oxygen instead…
Wig glue can cause inflammation, hair loss – Dermatologist warns
A Consultant Dermatologist, Dr Folakemi Cole-Adeife, says that using wig glue can cause inflammation, hair loss, scalp irritation and traumatise…
Anambra begins 3rd Big Catch Up vaccination on April 22
The Anambra State Primary Health Care Development Agency (ASPHCDA) will launch the third round of its Big Catch Up (BCU)…
World Health Day: WHO urges action on maternal deaths
Dr. Walter Mulombo, World Health (WHO) Representative to Nigeria, urged Nigerians to adopt regular exercise for better health and well-being.…
FG launches initiative to reduce maternal mortality
The Federal Government has launched the Maternal Mortality Reduction Innovation and Initiatives (MAMII) to address maternal and neonatal mortality rates.…
NCDC reports surge in cases of cerebrospinal meningitis
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported a surge in suspected cerebrospinal meningitis (CSM) cases. A total of…
Over 50 countries contact US to negotiate tariffs – Official
Over 50 countries have contacted President Donald Trump for negotiation after he announced sweeping tariffs this week, the US’s National…