Lagos Strengthens Ebola Surveillance Amidst Confirmed Case in Abuja
In response to a confirmed Ebola case in Abuja, the Lagos State Government has ramped up its Ebola surveillance and preparedness measures, according to multiple sources.
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NCDC Approves ₦100,000 Weekly Allowance for Quarantined Ebola Contacts
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced a ₦100,000 weekly allowance for individuals quarantined as contacts of confirmed Ebola cases.
Nigeria’s Potential Vulnerability: Catching the Global Disease
According to 21st Century Chronicle, concerns are growing over Nigeria's susceptibility to a global disease outbreak. The article highlights the need for preparedness and swift action.
Ebola: Nigerian Virologists Urge Embracing Hygiene as Current Strain Defies Treatment
Ebola: Nigerian Virologists Urge Embracing Hygiene as Current Strain Defies Treatment, according to Punch Newspapers
Tinubu Challenges West African College of Physicians to Address Doctor ‘Japa’ Phenomenon
President Bola Tinubu has urged the West African College of Physicians to help combat the exodus of doctors from Nigeria and other West African countries.
Expert Warns of Declining Sperm Concentration Among Nigerian Men
An expert has raised concerns over declining sperm concentration in Nigerian men, citing toxins, lifestyle, and STIs as potential causes. The warning comes amid increasing worries about infertility…
PT Health Watch: Coping Strategies Amidst Nigeria’s Scorching Heat
As Nigeria braces for extreme heat, Premium Times offers essential advice for staying safe.
Nurses at Aro Neuropsychiatric Hospital Give Management a 21-Day Ultimatum
The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) at the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, has raised concerns over inadequate staffing and deficiencies in the working environment.
Tightened Ebola Screening Implemented at Nigeria’s Entry Points
The Federal Government has implemented stricter Ebola screening measures at all entry points into Nigeria, following concerns raised by the Office of the National Security Adviser over potential…
Swiss Diplomat’s Wife Diagnosed with Ebola in Nigeria
According to reports, the latest Ebola case in Nigeria is the wife of a Swiss diplomat, who recently returned from Uganda.
NMA-FCT Offers Free Health Checks and Treatment to Abuja Community
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), FCT chapter, has commenced a free health check-up and treatment program for residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
Ebola in Nigeria: Essential Information and Precautions for Nigerians
With recent concerns about Ebola in Abuja, it's crucial for Nigerians to stay informed and take necessary precautions. Here's what we know.
Nigeria’s Health Partnership with the US: Sovereignty and Domestic Financing
Muhammad Ali Pate discusses the implications of Nigeria's health partnership with the US, emphasizing national sovereignty and domestic financing.
Nigeria Allocates ₦40.7 Billion for Primary Healthcare Expansion
The Federal Government has released ₦40.7 billion to improve primary healthcare coverage in the country, according to multiple sources.
Five Family Members Die from Diphtheria in Kano State
The Kano State Centre for Disease Control (KNCDC) has confirmed the death of five children from the same family due to diphtheria in Danbare Ward, Layin Dutse, Kumbotso…