DASH CMD Dr. Abene Courts Stakeholders’ Support for quality health care in Akwanga By Roseline Okafor, Nasarawa. New Chief Medical Director at Dalhatu Specialist Hospital Akwanga, Dr. Angashim, is reaching out to stakeholders for partnership to drive the hospital’s success During a recent visit to Chun Mada Samson Gamu Yare, Dr. Esla Abene, expressed his…
Resident Doctors Set to Shut Down Hospitals Nationwide Jan 12 Over FG’s Unmet Promises ….NARD declares total indefinite strike, warns ‘no implementation, no retreat’ The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) will resume its total and indefinite comprehensive strike on January 12, 2026, over the Federal Government’s failure to meet welfare demands. This decision emerged…
When Beauty Turns Toxic: My Stand Against Skin Bleaching and Body Butchery – By Minister Ocheni Emmanuel In this filter-obsessed era of Instagram perfection and celebrity glow-ups, we’ve turned our bodies into battlegrounds. I say it’s time to call it what it is: a dangerous scam preying on our insecurities. Nollywood Actress Morenike Alausa…
Mosquitoes found in Iceland for first time after record heat Mosquitoes have been found in Iceland for the first time after the country experienced record-breaking heat this spring. Insect enthusiast Bjorn Hjaltason encountered the mosquitoes over several nights last week while using wine-soaked ropes to observe moths, local media reported. Mr Hjaltason found…
*_Health Care Assistant Job Opportunity in Switzerland_* *_Qualifications and Requirements:_* 1-Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Diploma (Double Qualification) with 3 years of experience 3- Positive skills assessment from a recognized Swiss authority. 4-Meet health and character requirements. 5. IELTS and German Language is not required. *_Benefits:_* 1. Live and work in Switzerland….
FCTA to screen food handlers for hepatitis In its bid to safeguard public health and food security in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the FCT Administration (FCTA) will soon commence a comprehensive hepatitis screening of food handlers, especially those working in restaurants, markets, bakeries, canteens. The initiative is aimed at preventing hepatitis and other foodborne…
First Time in Africa, Egyptian Students Introduce “Health Diplomacy” Program The ‘Health Diplomacy for Medical Students’ program has been launched in Cairo, marking a groundbreaking initiative in Egypt and Africa. The event Organized by the International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations – Egypt (IFMSA-Egypt) and its MTI University branch, in collaboration with the Scientific Association…
Mahmoud Calls for Collaborative Cancer Combat Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, stresses the imperative need for inclusive and sustained action to combat cancer, a significant public health challenge. Her call to action is consistent with global recognition of the growing cancer burden, especially in low- and middle-income countries…
Nasarawa’s female Legislator, Hajarat Danyaro, sponsors surgery for a 10-year-old Lafia girl By Yahaya Idris Hon. Hajarat Danyaro Ibrahim, representing Nasarawa Central at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, has reaffirmed her commitment to serving her constituents, particularly the needy. She has actively supported over 200 individuals with cash and food items to alleviate hardship….
Zimbabwe Launches Mass Drug Campaign Against Elephantiasis Zimbabwe has initiated a Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign targeting lymphatic filariasis, or elephantiasis, aiming to reach 1.4 million individuals across several districts. Running from September 16 to 28, 2024, the campaign utilized a new triple-drug therapy combining ivermectin, diethylcarbamazine, and albendazole, achieving a 73% coverage rate. Supported…
