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Oyo Govt Offers Free TB Treatment for Residents

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By Mosope Kehinde Members of the public experiencing cough of more than two weeks have been advised to present themselves for free Tuberculosis, TB, screen and treatment at the primary health care centres in the thirty three local government areas of Oyo state. Deputy Director, Public Health, Continue Reading

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Enjoy the benefits of this Seasonal Vegetable

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By Adetutu Adetule Carrot is a cold-weather crop, and it also does well in warm climates. The optimum temperature for getting efficient growth is between 16 to 20 °C, while temperatures above 28°C drastically reduce top growth. Carrots are propagated using seeds. Carrot farming in Nigeria is an important root crop cultivated for its fleshy […]Continue Reading

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Medical Experts Advise on Regular Check of Oral Health

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By Fasilat Lawal Stakeholders in the country have been urged to support the drive toward reducing Oral health diseases to their barest minimum. Oyo state Commissioner for Health, Dr Taiwo Oladipo made the call at the World Oral Day Celebration at St. Michael Catholic Primary School, Yemutu, Ibadan. Represented by the Director of Public Health […]Continue Reading

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FG Gifts UCH Mammogram Machine, Renews CMD’s Tenure

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By Fasilat Lawal Federal Government will continue to consolidate its infrastructure drive in the quest to reposition the health sector.  Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire expressed the resolve while inaugurating some projects at the University College Hospital, UCH, Ibadan.  The projects included One In-Patient Mammogram Machine, One Out- Patient Mammogram Continue Reading

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UCH Commemorates Glaucoma Week

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By Fasilat Lawal Nigerians have been advised to take proper care of their eyes so as not to lose their sight. some medical experts gave the advice at a sensitisation programme to mark 2023 glaucoma week in Ibadan. According to Chief Medical Director, University College Hospital, UCH, Ibadan, Professor Jessie Otegbayo, Glaucoma damages the eye optic […]Continue Reading

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Why I lied about kidney donor- Ekweremadu

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The wife of former Deputy Senate President, Beatrice Ekweremadu, has denied involvement in the search for an organ donor for their ailing daughter, Sonia. Beatrice was last year arrested alongside her husband in the United Kingdom for allegedly trafficking a young man into the country to harvest his kidney. She denied the allegation on Monday […]Continue Reading

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Lagos Train Crash: 19 Victims Discharged- Commissioner

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The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, has said the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital has discharged 19 victims of the train-bus crash. Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, which took place at LASUTH, Abayomi explained that the government had ensured all victims were well taken care of and provided with necessary […]Continue Reading

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Detox with Sugarcane Juice

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A hot sunny day calls for a glass of delicious, refreshing juice. While we have many options on the market today, our beloved sugarcane juice continues to be the King of Good Times. Nothing beats the sweetness of sugarcane juice on a hot afternoon. Just imagine getting your hands on an icy cold glass of […]Continue Reading

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Throat Ailment Claims 61 in Kano

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An outbreak of diphtheria infection has claimed 61 lives in Kano State as of March 2, 2023. The Kano State Case Manager, Dr Salma Suwaid, disclosed this on Monday at a webinar organized by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention with the theme ‘Diptheria outbreak in Nigeria: Vaccination Response.’ Dr Suwaid also said […]Continue Reading

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Health Workers in Ogun to Smile Home with Allowances

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By Bolanle Adesida Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has approved the payment of hazard allowances to health workers in the state. Governor Abiodun, who announced this in Abeokuta at a meeting with health professionals in the state, said the hazard allowances would motivate the health workers while discharging their duties. While promising that Blood Continue Reading

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Dangers of Processed Foods

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By Adebukola Aluko Processed foods are foods that have been altered from their natural state in some way, often through the addition of preservatives, artificial flavours and other additives, during preparation to make them more convenient, shelf-stable or flavorful. It changes the nutritional profile and increases the shelf-life in most cases. Processed foods are often Continue Reading

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Osinbajo Inaugurates Health, Skill Projects in Ogun

Web News 19 February 2023 189 0

Bolanle Adesida Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has inaugurated two projects facilitated by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals to boost healthcare services and youth empowerment in Ogun State.  The Vice President, while inaugurating the 100-Bed Mother and Child Hospital at Iperu-Remo, said the facility would Continue Reading

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Adeleke Targets 18,000 Indigenes for Free Surgery, Medical Services

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By Funmi Adekoya The Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has announced a medical outreach that will offer free surgical and medical services to 18,000 indigenes of the state. The Chairman of the implementation committee who also doubles as the Chief Medical Director of Uniosun Teaching Hospital, Professor Peter Olaitan, made this known during […]Continue Reading

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We’ll intensify immunization against child killer disease – Oyo Commissioner

Web News 9 February 2023 321 0

By Nafiu Busari Despite claiming many lives and the threats posed by Diphtheria in the Country, Oyo State has not recorded any case of the disease in recent years.  This was attributed to immense resources and protective measures put in place by the Oyo state government and her development partners.  The Commissioner for Health, Dr […]Continue Reading

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Stakeholders Intensify Campaign Against FGM

Web News 8 February 2023 183 0

By Olumide Ogunbiyi Female Genital Cutting is a barbaric trend that must be halted in society. This was the submission of stakeholders at an event put together by the United Nations Population Fund, UNFPA, and Oyo State Government in collaboration with the Center for Population and Reproductive Health, CPRH, to commemorate the International Day of […]Continue Reading

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Medical Expert Seeks Aggressive Campaign on Lassa Fever

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By Nafiu Busari Oyo State has recorded five deaths from 25 confirmed cases and 121 suspected cases of Lassa fever infection between January 2022 and January 5th, 2023. Director, Primary Health Care, Oyo State Ministry of Health, Dr Bunmi Ayinde stated this at a 4-day review meeting and planning of USAIDS Breakthrough Action Nigeria Programmes.  […]Continue Reading

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Diphtheria: Medical Experts Call for Maximum Attention to Effective Vaccination

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Francisca Irekpita Medical experts want Nigerians to pay more attention to routine immunization coverage and effective vaccinations in the bid to combat the spread of diphtheria in the country.  The experts, while speaking with Radio Nigeria on the reported upsurge in cases of diphtheria in parts of the country also emphasized the need for sustainable […]Continue Reading

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End Stigmatization of Persons Affected by Leprosy – Stakeholder

Web News 29 January 2023 185 0

By Fasilat Lawal Persons affected by leprosy want the government to lead the campaign against the stigmatization of people with the disease.  Program Officer, the Leprosy Mission Nigeria, Kwara State, Mr Muyiwa Nafiu made the call in commemoration of this year’s, World Leprosy Day in Ibadan. He explained that discrimination against persons afflicted by leprosy […]Continue Reading

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Adeoyo, Other Hospitals Billed for Upgrade

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Oyo State government has signed a twin memorandum of understanding, MOU, with the French government. The twin memorandum of understanding was signed between the Oyo State government and French Authorities, at the Executive Chamber of the Governor’s office, Secretariat, Ibadan. The MOU is to improve Healthcare services and reaffirm a common desire to promote the Continue Reading

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Doctors Withdraw Services over Attack on Members

Web News 26 January 2023 138 0

The Association of Resident Doctors of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, has commenced a five-day warning strike over the persistent assault of its members. The body said the strike takes effect from Wednesday, as it has shut down all medical services at the institution. It disclosed this in a press statement signed by […]Continue Reading

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Tainted Cough Syrups Kill 300 Children – WHO

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By Oluwaseyi Ajibade/Adetutu Adetule World Health Organisation, WHO has raised alarm following the death of some 300 children in three countries after consuming contaminated cough syrups. In a statement, WHO warned all countries to be “on the alert” and prevent the spread of the killer cough syrups into their countries. According to the statement, the […]Continue Reading

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Ogun flags off Polio Outbreak Response

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Ogun State Government says there is need for sustained efforts towards the eradication of the wild polio virus and other variants in the country. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Tomi Coker stated this during the flag-off ceremony for the second round of Polio Outbreak Response, OBR 2, at Ikenne Primary Health Care, Ikenne Local Government. […]Continue Reading

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Diphtheria Infection Hits Kano, Kills 25

Web News 20 January 2023 192 0

Diphtheria disease outbreak has killed no fewer than 25 persons in Kano. Commissioner for Health in the state, Dr Aminu Tsanyawa, confirmed the outbreak of the deadly disease. Symptoms of the killer disease include sore throat, cough, drooling of saliva, change of voice, neck swelling, abnormal breathing, fever or mouth odour, among others. The commissioner, […]Continue Reading

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Ondo Govt Clears Air on Akeredolu’s Health Status

Web News 17 January 2023 328 0

Ondo State government says there is no cause for alarm over the heath status of the Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu following  speculations in some quarters. The governor’s Chief Press secretary, Richard Olatunde confirmed  this in a release issued on Tuesday in Akure. The release states that like every other mortal body , the governor is not […]Continue Reading

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COVID-19: FG Rules Out Restrictions on China Despite New Cases

Web News 16 January 2023 180 0

The Federal Government has insisted it will not impose COVID-19 restrictions on China despite the rising infections in the East Asia country. The Coordinator and Technical Head of the Presidential Steering Committee on COVID-19, Dr Muktar Muhammad, who stated this in Abuja on Sunday, however, said the government has raised the surveillance level in the […]Continue Reading