The Federal Government of Nigeria has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) to train Nigerian nurses on best practice guidelines. This initiative, known as the Best Practice Spotlight Organisation (BPSO), aims to equip nurses with evidence-based, culturally sensitive care techniques. Permanent Secretary Daju […]
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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Warns of Dangerous New Drug Trends.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has raised the alarm after recent drug seizures in Lagos and Kano exposed the troubling abuse of hazardous substances by youths, disguised under disturbing street names. This was made known by the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, via a video […]
MWAN urges improved healthcare, expanded cancer control for women
The Medical Women Association of Nigeria (MWAN) has called for urgent improvements in healthcare infrastructure and the equitable distribution of human resources across the country to address critical health issues affecting women. In a communiqué issued at the end of its 5th National Executive Council Meeting and Scientific conference on […]
NAFDAC Shuts Down Abuja Pharmacy Over Sales Of Expired Drugs, Arrests Managing Director
NAFDAC Shuts Down Abuja Pharmacy Over Sales Of Expired Drugs, Arrests Managing Director Aminat Aminu The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) said it’s operatives, in Saturday, closed down a pharmacy located along Onitsha Crescent, Area 11 Garki, Abuja, for selling expired and unregistered drugs. It […]
West Africa Countries Step Up Fight Against Lassa Fever Threat
West Africa Countries Step Up Fight Against Lassa Fever Threat The Lassa Coalition Governing Entity (LGE) will convene its inaugural meeting on January 16, 2025, to make a significant step towards addressing the recurring threat of Lassa fever in the West Africa region. The group disclosed this in a in […]
NCDC Directs Hospitals On Preventive Measures Following Emergence Of New Virus
NCDC Directs Hospitals On Preventive Measures Following Emergence Of New Virus Hospitals in the country have been directed to strengthen Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) practices, as well as set aside an appropriate isolation room where cases can be quickly isolated while receiving care. The Director General, Nigeria Centre for […]
5 Years After Covid, China Battles Surge In Respiratory Illnesses Amidst Fears of New Outbreak
5 Years After Covid, China Battles Surge In Respiratory Illnesses Amidst Fears of New Outbreak by Ogona Anita A mysterious viral outbreak is overwhelming some hospitals in China and prompting people to wear face masks again. Videos circulating on social media show overcrowded hospital units, parents waiting in long lines […]
NAFDAC Alerts Public On Suspected Counterfeit Phesgo®
NAFDAC Alerts Public On Suspected Counterfeit Phesgo® By Olaiya Afolabi The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has warned healthcare providers and the public about counterfeit Phesgo® 600mg/600mg/10ml. This suspected counterfeit bears the batch number C5290S20. Roche, the Marketing Authorization Holder (MAH), acted swiftly after a […]
Fed. Govt Orders Public, Private Hospitals Nationwide To Attend To Gunshot Victims Without Police Clearance
Fed. Govt Orders Public, Private Hospitals Nationwide To Attend To Gunshot Victims Without Police Clearance By Jake Clifford The Federal Government has declared that both public and private healthcare facilities nationwide must attend to victims of gunshots with or without police clearance. The directive is contained in a statement issued […]
UNICEF, NGE call on media to champion children’s rights
The Representative of the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), Ms. Christian Munduate, has called on media practitioners to be more thorough in reporting issues relating to children. Munduate made the call on Saturday in Lagos at a symposium organised by UNICEF in collaboration with the Nigerian Guild of Editors […]