The Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, has received the Special African Leadership Commendation Award […]
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Global Cancer Cases Could Double By 2050, WHO Warns
The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for urgent global action to tackle the growing burden of cancer, warning that the number of new cases […]
Brain Organoid Model Sheds Light on Rare Genetic Disease and Promising Treatment
By Steven O. Mukoro A rare genetic disorder linked to dehydrodolichyl diphosphate synthase (DHDSS) has long lacked an effective treatment. However, new research suggests that […]
Nigeria Cannot Become Africa’s Pharmacy on Generator Power
Nigeria stands at the edge of a pharmaceutical breakthrough. This September, PMG-MAN will host the 8th Nigeria Pharma Manufacturers Expo in Lagos under the theme […]
All International Travellers Must Now Fill Health Form In Nigeria
All international travellers entering Nigeria must now fill out the Nigeria Health Declaration Form before arrival, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and […]
Health Issues Specific to Women’s Health
While both men and women contract various conditions, some health issues affect women differently and more commonly. Furthermore, many women’s health conditions go undiagnosed and […]
Growing Up: How Youngsters Can Lead A Healthy Lifestyle
By William A. Baruwa Obviously, growing old reminds you of the importance of you beginning to look into your child’s health and then attempt to […]
NAFDAC’s New Campaign Urges Nigerians To Read The Label
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has launched a nationwide “Read the Food Label” campaign, urging Nigerians to pay closer […]
13kg Cocaine Found Hidden In Fake Plantains, Woman Arrested
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 67-year-old Nigerian-British woman for allegedly attempting to smuggle 13 kilograms of cocaine concealed inside fake […]
DRC Now Enrolling Patients In First Bundibugyo Treatment Trial
More than 1,400 people have contracted Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) since the outbreak began in the (DRC) Democratic Republic of the Congo, and nearly 440 […]
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