Health

Apollo eye infection: Causes, symptoms, how to prevent it

Lukman Abdulmalik Conjunctivitis, commonly known as Apollo or “pink eye,” is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin transparent tissue…

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Apollo cases confirmed in Yobe as eye infection spreads

The Yobe State Specialist Hospital, Potiskum, has confirmed cases of acute haemorrhagic conjunctivitis, popularly known as Apollo, amid growing concerns…

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Resident doctors commend Uba Sani over welfare, healthcare reforms

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has commended Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani for prioritising the welfare of resident…

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Kano cancer centre gives 10 indigent patients N12m free radiotherapy

The Kano Cancer Treatment Centre (KCTC) has provided free radiotherapy worth more than N12 million to 10 indigent cancer patients…

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Nigeria records over 50,000 cases as cholera spreads across Africa

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says cholera is spreading rapidly across West and Central Africa, with active outbreaks now…

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FULL LIST: US Social Security adds 14 rare diseases to fast-track disability list

The United States Social Security Administration has added 14 rare and serious medical conditions to its Compassionate Allowances list, allowing…

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LAUTECH resident doctors threaten fresh strike over unpaid demands

Resident doctors at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, have threatened to resume their suspended industrial action…

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Newborn stolen by fake nurse in Benue hospital

A newborn baby boy has been allegedly stolen from a healthcare facility in Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State,…

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FCCPC to bakers: Rising costs no excuse for unsafe food

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has warned bakery and confectionery operators against compromising food safety or misleading…

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Jigawa community launches savings scheme for medical emergencies

Residents of Rorau community in Kazaure Local Government Area of Jigawa State have established a communal savings scheme to help…

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