Some public health experts have said that Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is placing a heavy financial strain on Nigeria’s healthcare system, expressing worry at its economic impact.
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The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) is set to commence the implementation of its space regulation and licensing mandate with N20 billion take-off fund approved by President Bola Tinubu.
The World Bank has approved a total of $1.08 billion to support education, nutrition, and economic growth in Nigeria.
In a move to address the persistent challenge of job placement for Nigeria’s rapidly growing tech talent pool, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has forged a strategic partnership with Afrovision Technologies Ltd. (Doballi), a Dubai-based AI-powered platform.
The Bauchi State Government, through the Ministry of Budget, Economic Planning, and Multilateral Coordination, has officially signed the 2025 workplan agreement with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
The Enugu State Government on Wednesday inaugurated a free malaria treatment initiative aimed at controlling and reducing the surge of malaria in the state.
A Consultant Surgeon, Dr Jacob Akoh, has advised patients to seek immediate medical help when diagnosed with any illness to prevent sudden death.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has urged stakeholders in the healthcare sector to support efforts in combating substandard and counterfeit products in the country.
The Sokoto state government has warned residents of Tureta Local Government Area against seeking treatment from local barbers for suspected cases of metal poisoning.
Researchers tracking dementia cases in Welsh adults have uncovered the strongest evidence yet that shingles vaccine reduces the risk of developing the brain disease. A study analyzing health records of over 280,000 older adults found that those who received Zostavax, a now largely discontinued shingles vaccine, were 20% less likely to be diagnosed with dementia over the next seven years compared to those who were not vaccinated. Pascal Geldsetzer of Stanford University stated, “For the first time, we can say with more confidence that the shingles vaccine causes a reduction in dementia risk. If this is indeed a causal effect,…