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Latest health stories from across Nigeria, updated every 4 hours.
WHO raises alarm as DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak surpasses 3,600 cases
The virus has now spread across five provinces, including Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Haut-Uélé, and Tshopo, affecting 49 health zones. The post WHO raises alarm as DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak surpasses 3,600 cases appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Fidson dominates Nigeria’s Pharma sector first-quarter 2026
Population growth, the pressure of urbanisation and increasing healthcare awareness are stoking demand for medicines in Nigeria. The post Fidson dominates Nigeria’s Pharma sector first-quarter 2026 appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
PT Health Watch: Beyond refreshment, understanding the risks of zobo during pregnancy
According to nutrition experts, the drink contains vitamin C, antioxidants, and small amounts of iron—nutrients often associated with various health benefits. The post PT Health Watch: Beyond refreshment, understanding the risks of zobo during pregnancy appeared first on Premium…
Tinubu seeks stronger Gavi partnership, reaffirms commitment to vaccine production
The president thanked Gavi for its continued support, saying the organisation had played a significant role in protecting lives and advancing healthcare in Nigeria and across the continent The post Tinubu seeks stronger Gavi partnership, reaffirms commitment to vaccine…
Beyond Surgery: Can nutrition and lifestyle help prevent uterine fibroids?
Recent scientific evidence suggests that the answer may be more encouraging than many people realise The post Beyond Surgery: Can nutrition and lifestyle help prevent uterine fibroids? appeared first on Vanguard News.
Private capital key to solving Nigeria’s healthcare financing crisis – FG
By Chioma Obinna The Federal Government has called for stronger public-private partnerships and increased private capital investment to close Nigeria’s healthcare financing gaps, expand access to quality care and accelerate local production of medicines, diagnostics and medical…
Troops rescue 20-year-old woman held by Boko Haram for five years in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have rescued a 20-year-old woman who was abducted by Boko Haram insurgents during… The post Troops rescue 20-year-old woman held by Boko Haram for five years in Borno appeared first on TheCable.
Eucharia Anunobi kneels in church to beg for donations for ailing colleague Ngozi Nwosu
Eucharia Anunobi, the ace actress, has appealed to Nigerians for financial support for her colleague Ngozi Nwosu, who… The post Eucharia Anunobi kneels in church to beg for donations for ailing colleague Ngozi Nwosu appeared first on TheCable.
9th Anniversary: Clearview Hospital commits to innovative services
The Founder and Managing Director of Clearview Hospital, Dr Kunle Ajayi, has said the hospital has earned an enviable spot in delivering innovative and patient-centred healthcare to clients in the nine years of its operations, while reaffirming its commitment to The post 9th…
Genuine proposals will keep getting my attention, Nwifuru tells Ebonyi NMA
Governor Francis Nwifuru on Thursday told Nigeria Medical Association Ebonyi state chapter that every genuine proposal from them will continue to receive the attention of his government noting that his administration remains committed to supporting the health sector The post…
Experts push private sector, digital reforms to cut 75,000 maternal deaths
Health experts in Nigeria have called for the full integration of the private sector into Nigeria’s maternal health financing and digital health reforms, warning that the country’s quest to reduce maternal mortality and achieve universal health coverage cannot succeed The post…
Resident doctors again threaten nationwide strike
…Give FG August 10 to address welfare issues The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has given the Federal Government up to August 10, 2026, to address longstanding welfare and labour issues affecting its members or face a The post Resident doctors again threaten…
Resident doctors threaten nationwide strike over unpaid arrears, welfare concerns
NARD said the proposed Total and Comprehensive Industrial Strike (TICS) would commence at 8 a.m. on 10 August unless its demands are met before the deadline. The post Resident doctors threaten nationwide strike over unpaid arrears, welfare concerns appeared first on Premium…
High cost of hepatitis care, stressed facilities expose 20m to liver damage
As Nigeria joins the global community to commemorate World Hepatitis Day, stakeholders have raised an alarm over the high cost of diagnosis and treatment The post High cost of hepatitis care, stressed facilities expose 20m to liver damage appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria…
Mentoring Key to Stem Nigeria’s Brain Drain — Ogunsola
… As young doctors gain leadership, financial, career skills beyond medical school By Sola Ogundipe Mentorship could become one of Nigeria’s most effective tools for retaining young doctors, even as the country continues to lose medical professionals to opportunities abroad, the…
Expert demands urgent action as hypertension surges among young Nigerians
By Sola Ogundipe Fresh momentum behind the implementation of Nigeria’s hypertension resolution has reignited calls for urgent action to tackle the growing burden of high blood pressure among young Nigerians, amid warnings from health experts that the condition can no longer be…
Social health insurance: GIFSHIP targets Nigeria’s uninsured millions
By Sola Ogundipe Nigeria’s drive towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC) received a boost with the official introduction of the Group, Individual and Family Social Health Insurance Product (GIFSHIP), a scheme designed to extend affordable healthcare to millions of Nigerians in…
What really happens in first 5 minutes of an emergency?
By Sola Ogundipe If the person sitting next to you collapsed right now – in your office, church, or home – and it is a cardiac arrest, they are unlikely to survive. Not because medical help doesn’t exist, but because you will waste the next five minutes not knowing what to do.…
Revitalised PHCs deliver care to 1m Nigerians — PSHAN
By Sola Ogundipe The Adopt-a-Primary Healthcare Facility Project (APHFP) has provided healthcare services to nearly one million Nigerians in the past three years, underscoring the impact of revitalising primary healthcare centres and expanding access to quality care, the Private…
US State Department mislabels Nigeria, other African countries at global AIDS conference
Nigeria was depicted as a landlocked nation in the Sahara Desert rather than in West Africa. The post US State Department mislabels Nigeria, other African countries at global AIDS conference appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Gavi approves US’$500m for vaccines, PHCs strengthening in Nigeria
Nigeria has secured nearly US’$500 million in Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance’s support for vaccines and the strengthening of primary healthcare for 2026–2030 period. This followed high-level discussions between the Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Ali Pate, and…
FG backs stronger private sector role as FCMB unveils ₦20bn healthcare fund
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to deeper collaboration with the private sector to strengthen the healthcare system as First City Monument Bank (FCMB) unveiled a ₦20 billion fund to improve access to financing for healthcare businesses across the The post FG…
Diaspora missions save 10,000 lives, train 2000 health workers
The Federal Government has hinted at saving about 10,000 lives and training over 2,000 frontline healthcare workers across the country's The post Diaspora missions save 10,000 lives, train 2000 health workers appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
NAFDAC uncovers fresh sachet alcohol production, plans tougher sanctions
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered fresh production of banned sachet alcohol, warning The post NAFDAC uncovers fresh sachet alcohol production, plans tougher sanctions appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and…