Health
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Nigeria launches new standards for ethical organ transplantation
The Federal Government has launched the Standards and Guidelines for Establishing and Coordinating Organ/Tissue Transplantation Services in Nigeria, marking a…
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FEC approves ₦10.3bn for HIV drugs, diabetes kits, others
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Wednesday, approved about N10.3 billion for the procurement of antiretroviral drugs for HIV treatment,…
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FG approves ₦10.3bn products procurement to enhance health services
The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr Ali Pate, has announced that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved a…
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UN appeals for funds to help contain Ebola outbreak in Uganda
The United Nations has launched an emergency appeal to raise 11.2 million dollars to help fund Uganda’s response to an…
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NAFDAC Issues Public Alert on Illegal Sale of Substandard Insulin Syringes
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert warning Nigerians about the…
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How to Stay Healthy During the Rainy Season in Lagos
The rainy season in Lagos brings relief from the heat but also increases the risk of illnesses such as malaria,…
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USAID funding freeze and Nigeria’s buffer measures
On the first day of his second term, President Donald Trump accentuated his protectionist leaning by signing a flurry of…
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U.S. department ‘accidentally ‘cut Ebola prevention, says Elon Musk
Tech billionaire Elon Musk on Thursday revealed that the U.S. government accidentally cut Ebola virus prevention efforts. Musk told a…
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NAFDAC introduces new technology to combat counterfeit medical products
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Wednesday, sensitised stakeholders on detecting substandard and falsified…
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NAFDAC warns against use of calcium carbide for fruits ripening
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has warned fruit dealers and sellers against using calcium…
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