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HEALTHJul 8Senate moves to integrate e-health services in Nigeria hospitalsAlso contributing, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu (APC-Abia North) described the bill as timely, saying digital healthcare would expand access to medical services and reduce the burden of distance on patients. The post Senate moves to integrate e-health services in Nigeria hospitals appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJul 8Nigerians on health insurance hit 22million – NHIAThe Director-General of NHIA, Kelechi Ohiri, said this resulted from the implementation of the mandatory health insurance, which has gained momentum nationwide. The post Nigerians on health insurance hit 22million – NHIA appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJul 8Crushing Nigeria’s illicit alcohol trade before it costs more livesBy Peter Egwuatu Nigeria’s campaign against illicit alcohol deserves to be seen for what it truly is, not simply a fight against counterfeit drinks, but a battle to protect consumers, safeguard legitimate businesses and defend the country’s economic future. The recent efforts by the Spirits and Wines Association of Nigeria (SWAN) to rally regulators, policymakers […] The post Crushing Nigeria’s illicit alcohol trade before it costs more lives appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJul 8Nigeria Records 65 , 759 Suspected Diphtheria Cases , 2 , 229 Deathsleadership.ng · Nigeria
HEALTHJul 3Nigeria moves closer to eliminating trachoma as only 11 LGAs remain- officialHe said the achievement represents about 87 per cent progress in eliminating trachoma in affected areas. The post Nigeria moves closer to eliminating trachoma as only 11 LGAs remain- official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJul 3‘Don’t send children to school abroad without supervision’ — Canada-based Nigerian Dr Zo warnsDoctor Zo has warned Nigerian parents against sending their children to Canada without proper supervision, saying the absence of parental guidance and the easy access to cannabis are contributing to drug use and psychological challenges among some students studying abroad. The post ‘Don’t send children to school abroad without supervision’ — Canada-based Nigerian Dr Zo warns appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJul 2Ebola: Nigeria reports 80% risk communication, community engagement readinessDr Jide Idris, Director-General, Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), said this on Thursday during the second Ebola RCCE+IM preparedness webinar. The post Ebola: Nigeria reports 80% risk communication, community engagement readiness appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJul 2HIV Cases in Lagos Reach Highest in Nigeria: Why More People Are Choosing Private STI ScreeningIf you live in Lagos—or visit the city often—this is worth your attention. According to the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s State of the Health of the Nation Report 2025, Lagos recorded the highest number of HIV diagnoses in Nigeria in 2025, with 10,430 cases documented through testing. As Nigeria’s commercial hub, Lagos […] The post HIV Cases in Lagos Reach Highest in Nigeria: Why More People Are Choosing Private STI Screening appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJul 1Fake NAFDAC registration used to smuggle unregistered drugs into Nigeria — CustomsThe Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has uncovered an attempt to smuggle unregistered pharmaceutical products into Nigeria using a fake registration number belonging to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). The post Fake NAFDAC registration used to smuggle unregistered drugs into Nigeria — Customs appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJul 1Cancer care: Medserve-LUTH retains Nigeria’s top oncology centre award for 4th straight yearBy Chioma Obinna Cancer care in Nigeria received a boost for cancer care in Nigeria, as the Medserve-LUTH Cancer Centre retained its title as the Most Outstanding Oncology Centre in Nigeria for the fourth consecutive year, further cementing its status as a leading cancer treatment hub in West Africa. The award was conferred at the […] The post Cancer care: Medserve-LUTH retains Nigeria’s top oncology centre award for 4th straight year appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJul 1Nigeria gets 1st Mental Health Tracker to expose policy failures, accountability… Millions remain at risk as key reforms stall four years after Mental Health ActBy Chioma Obinna To confront Nigeria’s deepening mental health crisis, Nigerian Mental Health (NMH) has launched the country’s first-ever public-facing Mental Health Policy Commitment Tracker, an accountability tool aimed at exposing implementation gaps and compelling government action on long-promised reforms. The […] The post Nigeria gets 1st Mental Health Tracker to expose policy failures, accountability appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJun 30Nigeria launches first mental health policy tracker to monitor implementation of reformsThe platform, developed by advocacy organisation Nigerian Mental Health (NMH), aims to independently monitor implementation of Nigeria’s mental health laws and policies amid concerns over slow progress on key reforms. The post Nigeria launches first mental health policy tracker to monitor implementation of reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 27NCDC intensifies Ebola preparedness as Nigeria strengthens border surveillance“The task force has only met once, but we did not wait for its reconstitution because we started working immediately after the outbreak was reported,” he said. The post NCDC intensifies Ebola preparedness as Nigeria strengthens border surveillance appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJun 26NHRC demands urgent action against drug abuse among Nigerian youthsThe NHRC made the call in a statement commemorating this year's International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.The NHRC made the call in a statement commemorating this year's International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The post NHRC demands urgent action against drug abuse among Nigerian youths appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 26NAFDAC launches nationwide campaign urging Nigerians to read food labelsShe added that food labels remain one of the most direct means of communication between manufacturers and consumers, especially in a market where consumers are confronted with an increasing variety of processed food products. The post NAFDAC launches nationwide campaign urging Nigerians to read food labels appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 26Nigeria needs ₦500 billion to scale digital health infrastructure over five years — OfficialThe Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, disclosed this on Thursday at the opening of the 6th Africa Digital Health Summit (ADHS 2026) in Abuja. The post Nigeria needs ₦500 billion to scale digital health infrastructure over five years — Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 26Nigeria : After Hospital - Bill Controversy , Correctional Service Enrols 379 Inmates in Health InsuranceFollowing a controversy regarding hospital bills, Nigeria's Correctional Service has enrolled 379 inmates in a health insurance program. This initiative addresses healthcare access for prisoners after a past issue.allafrica.com · Nigeria
HEALTHJun 25Nigeria responds with emergency funds as Ebola death toll rises in DRCMr Kaseya said the latest figures have heightened concerns over growing community transmission and the limited capacity of treatment centres, many of which are now operating at 95 per cent bed occupancy. The post Nigeria responds with emergency funds as Ebola death toll rises in DRC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 24Self-medication worsening liver disease crisis, experts warn NigeriansBy Chioma Obinna Medical experts have raised the alarm over the growing culture of self-medication in Nigeria, warning that the dangerous practice is fueling liver-related diseases and putting millions at risk of irreversible organ damage. The experts said indiscriminate use of painkillers, antibiotics and herbal mixtures, often without proper diagnosis or medical supervision has become […] The post Self-medication worsening liver disease crisis, experts warn Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJun 24NACA, Global Fund and Partners to convene national close-out meeting on COVID-19 response mechanism investments in NigeriaThe meeting, to be held in Abuja, will bring together representatives of the Federal Ministry of Health, state governments, development partners, civil society organisations, implementing partners, healthcare workers, and other stakeholders who played critical roles in implementing the C19RM grant between 2021 and 2025. The post NACA, Global Fund and Partners to convene national close-out meeting on COVID-19 response mechanism investments in Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHJun 22‘Seek help from us’ – NDLEA tells Nigerians battling drug dependenceThe National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has urged Nigerians battling drug dependence to seek help through its 24-hour counselling and referral service. The post ‘Seek help from us’ – NDLEA tells Nigerians battling drug dependence appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHJun 22Sugary Drinks Tax : Smartest Way to Finance NCD Care in NigerThe article proposes a sugary drinks tax as an effective method to fund non-communicable disease (NCD) care in Niger. This initiative aims to improve public health outcomes through fiscal policy.punchng.com · Nigeria
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