Sanwo-Olu: Our Proactive Steps Prevented Catastrophic Cholera Outbreak in Lagos
Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu has credited proactive measures by the Lagos State government for preventing a catastrophic cholera outbreak
Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu has credited proactive measures by the Lagos State government for preventing a catastrophic cholera outbreak
Dr Hassan emphasised that cholera is treatable and preventable, and urged coordinated efforts and improved hygiene in Nigeria.
Tinubu has directed the formation of an inter-ministerial committee to manage the cholera emergency operation centre led by the NCDC.
NCDC DG Jide Idris has announced the activation of an emergency centre to address the cholera outbreak across 31 states.
With 1159 suspected Cholera cases, the FG has urged Nigerians to improve sanitation, seek immediate medical attention if symptomatic
The Lagos State Government has attributed the cholera outbreak to unregistered tiger nut drinks as fatalities rise to 35.
WHO has congratulated Chad for becoming one of the countries to eliminate sleeping sickness, a neglected tropical disease
Lagos State is facing a cholera outbreak with 401 suspected cases and 21 fatalities, prompting government intervention.
The Lagos State government has confirmed 17 cholera cases out of 350 suspected cases, as well as 15 deaths.
After investigations, the House of Reps has agreed to temporarily lift the ban on sachet alcohol to reduce economic pressure.
Despite a $700m settlement, J&J didn’t admit wrongdoing, maintaining that its talc products are safe and do not cause cancer.
South Africa’s Health Minister Joe Phaahla announced on Wednesday the first death caused by mpox.
“I make a commitment to lend my support in delivering the global promise to end Female Genital Mutilation,” says Tinubu.
World Health Organisation has warned of rising global STIs, highlighting increase in deaths from syphilis cases.
BPP DG Ahmadu announced a unified procurement initiative by the government to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system.
A Nigerian PhD student with a kidney disease is facing deportation from the UK due to unpaid tuition fees.
UNICEF says critical shortages and gang violence put Haiti’s healthcare at risk, urging swift international intervention to avert catastrophe.
Ministry of Defence statement suggested a new HMO for civil servants, but Minister of Health refuted it, emphasising universal coverage.
Transplant Association of Nigeria has urged investment in medical infrastructure to curb organ transplant tourism.
First Ladies from Organization of Islamic Cooperation African member-states have agreed to join forces to accelerate cancer prevention.
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