Nigeria third highest in global FGM – UN
The organisations said FGM violates the rights of women and girls and limits their opportunities…
US plans to give citizens once-a-year covid-19 shots
The American Food and Drug Administration has proposed a simplified approach for future vaccination efforts,…
Kano confirms outbreak of Diphtheria in 13 local govts
A team was deployed to investigate, a sample was taken for a laboratory test and…
First time in decades, China’s population shrinks
It wasn’t clear if the population figures were affected by a widespread COVID-19 outbreak following…
Nigeria records new covid-19 infection
The report shows that while the fatality toll remains at 3,155, the newly confirmed cases…
Chipper Cash, ActionAid provide post-flood relief to households in Bayelsa
“We are uniquely positioned to help because we have access to resources that other companies…
AXA Mansard Health reaffirms commitment to quality service delivery
"While as a nation, we still have some way to go to ensure that affordability,…
Covid-19: Japan, South Korea protest China’s retaliation
China’s Foreign Ministry threatened countermeasures last week against countries that had announced new virus testing…
Stakeholders commend Buhari over mental health bill
The network also called on the government to enact other critical reforms for those with…
EU to adopt joint measures over China covid-19 crisis
Fearful of being caught unawares like at the outset of the global pandemic in early…
Lagos govt restates commitment to maternal, child health
Administration under the leadership of Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu remains committed to the reduction of maternal…
Birders turn pilgrims over rare pink-footed goose
The pink-footed goose is a relatively small and short-necked bird with a dark-brown head and…
China to resume passport, visa issuance
Rules that confined millions of people to their homes kept China’s infection rate low but…
Lagos launches health insurance fund for vulnerable residents
“The initiative is designed to mobilise adequate funds to help the identified vulnerable residents of…
Flu surge: US releases medicine from national stockpile
As flu-sickened patients continue to flock to hospitals and doctors’ offices around the country, the…
Foundation wants increased awareness on neuro-conditions
A non-governmental organization, Brain and Spine Foundation Africa, has called for increased awareness on brain…
Merck, Moderna reveal potential skin cancer vaccine progress
Hours after Moderna detailed progress in developing a preventive shot for a deadly form of…
Women group seeks media help in promoting adolescent’s health
The Chief Executive Officer of Women Friendly Initiative (WFI), Dr. Francis Eremutha, has urged the…
Zero-Covid: China eases strict restriction amid protests
In a dramatic change to a strategy that confined millions of people to their homes…
More women risk maternal mortality in West Africa – Report
A report by the Atlas of African Health Statistics 2022 has said more women may…