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Nigeria Government to Create Nutrition Department
Timothy Choji
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the Nigerian Government will prioritise the creation of nutrition departments in designated ministries and improve funding of nutrition activities which is determined to…
Gombe Govt. distributes food items to vulnerable persons
Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, on Tuesday, commenced distribution of food items to 214,500 beneficiaries across the state. The governor, at the Pantami Township Stadium, Gombe, venue of the distribution, said that the food items were for…
Youth Group gives 5000 Nigerians Free Medicare in Calabar
As part of activities to mark the 2024 Easter celebration in Calabar, some young people have concluded plans to offer more than 5,000 Nigerians free medical services. The young people, who have also finalised preparations for their annual,…
Walking for 150 minutes per week reduces cancer risks – Experts
A group of health experts have underscored the importance of exercise, especially regular walking for at least 150 minutes per week, noting that it can improve health and overall well-being. Speaking at the ‘2024 Walkout Exercise’ organised…
Tuberculosis: Cross River Records 7000 New Infections in 2 years
The Cross River Commissioner for Health, Dr. Egbe Ayuk has revealed that more than 7000 new tuberculosis cases have been reported in Cross River State, southern Nigeria within the past two years. He disclosed this in Calabar, the state…
Nasarawa govt approves N500m for health insurance
Gov. Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa has approved N500 million as the counterpart fund to Nasarawa State Health Insurance Agency (NASHIA) for 2024 fiscal year, to provide affordable healthcare services to the people. Dr Gaza Gwamna, State…
Ogun State raises concern over rising TB cases
The Commissioner for Health in Ogun, Dr Tomi Coker, has expressed concern over rising number of tuberculosis patients in the state. Coker said this at a news conference in Abeokuta on Tuesday as part of activities to mark the 2024 World…
Optometrist advocates specialised schools for blinds in Delta
An Optometrist, Dr Comfort Omo-Irabor, has appealed to the Delta Government to establish specialised schools for the visually- impaired in the state. Omo-Irabor made the appeal while speaking with the Newsmen on Tuesday in Warri, Delta.…
Ogun state inaugurates Health Data Governance Council
Ogun State Government on Tuesday inaugurated a Health Data Governance Council (HDGC) to strengthen health information and quality data for healthcare development.
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Experts reveal Artificial sweeteners contribute to diabetes, kidney damage
Experts have revealed that increased consumption of artificial sweeteners found in bread, pastries and biscuits, which are now being used by bakeries and food processing companies in place of sugar may pose serious health risks to…