Senate orders nationwide distribution of antivenoms to hospitals
The Senate has directed the Federal Ministry of Health and relevant agencies to ensure the nationwide distribution of antivenoms to…
Category: Health
Early breast cancer exam ‘ll reduce risk, extend lifespan – UNIZIK don
Emma Elekwa A lecturer in the Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Prof Stanley Anyanwu has called…
Anambra LG chairman urges grassroots sensitisation on measles-rubella vaccination
Mr Chinedu Okafor, Chairman of Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra, has urged community leaders to intensify grassroots sensitisation…
Lassa Fever claims 17 lives in 8 states – NCDC
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported that at least 17 people have died from Lassa fever across…
Anambra’s emergency medical services benefit over 150 patients since 2023 launch
The Anambra State Emergency Medical Services and Ambulance System (ASEMSAS) has successfully facilitated more than 150 emergency medical transports between…
Protests: NAFDAC insists on alcohol sachet ban
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reiterated its resolve to continue enforcing the ban…
Nigeria on the brink as Environmental Health Council declares public health emergency over deadly air pollution
The Environmental Health Council of Nigeria (EHCON) has formally declared a national public health emergency over the surge in environmental-related…
ASPHCDA, UNICEF assure children’s safety as Measles-rubella vaccinations begin Feb 5 in Anambra
Chinedum Elekwachi Anambra State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (ASPHCDA) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have assured parents and caregivers…
Enugu launches mass Measles–Rubella Vaccination drive, targets over 2 million children
The Enugu State Government will on February 4, 2026, commence a statewide Measles–Rubella (MR) vaccination campaign aimed at protecting more…
Neglect of routine heart checks fueling cardiovascular deaths – Mrs Soludo
By Lucy Wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has attributed the rising cases of cardiovascular diseases to…