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Health

World Mental Health Day: NDLEA, expert advocate early intervention to tackle drug abuse

THE National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and a substance abuse expert have called for early intervention, family support...
Nanji Nandang VENLEY -
Opinion

Medical negligence and accountability crisis in Nigeria’s health sector

By Ado-Aghughu Osabhahiemhen Adolphus Access to healthcare is a fundamental human right. When people seek medical attention, they expect safe...
Editorial -
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Health

EXPLAINER: Key facts you should know about diphtheria disease

Nigeria is facing a growing diphtheria outbreak, with more than 10,000 confirmed cases recorded this year, according to the Nigeria...
Motunrayo Oluseun Joel -
Health

Diphtheria deaths rise in Plateau, Niger, Kano, Katsina amid nationwide outbreak

NIGERIA is facing a renewed diphtheria burden, with health authorities reporting fresh infections and deaths in Plateau, Niger, Kano...
Mustapha USMAN -
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Health

Lassa fever claims 252 lives in Nigeria in eight months as cases rise to 1,035

THE Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 14 new confirmed Lassa fever cases in week...
Marcus FATUNMOLE -
Health

Women make up nearly 70% of global health workforce – Report

WOMEN now make up nearly 70 per cent of health workers worldwide but remain concentrated in lower-paid professions with...
Marcus FATUNMOLE -
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