Health Archives

Fresh Dispute Erupts Over Chimamanda’s Son’s Death

Philip AtumeMar 14, 20260

A growing dispute has erupted in Nigeria’s medical community following the tragic death of the young son of acclaimed Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, with

QNET Hosts African Journalists At V-Convention Malaysia 2025

Philip AtumeJun 22, 20250

Global direct selling company QNET recently hosted a group of African journalists, including Kayode Bakerr of Rhythm FM and Silverbird Communications Nigeria, in Malaysia for

Valentine’s Day: NACA Urges Nigerians To Love Responsibly, Stay Safe

Philip AtumeFeb 12, 20250

As Valentine’s Day draws near, the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) is sending out a crucial message: love wisely, protect yourself, and

Cholera Outbreak: Lagos Records 29 Deaths, 579 Suspected Cases

Philip AtumeJun 24, 20240

The Lagos State Ministry of Health has reported 29 deaths and 579 cases since the cholera outbreak began two weeks ago. Speaking on Monday during

Cholera Outbreak: NCDC May Declare Emergency – DG

Philip AtumeJun 19, 20240

A state of emergency on cholera may be declared if cases recorded goes beyond manageable threshold. The Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease

World AIDS Day 2023: Let Communities Lead To Terminate HIV/AIDS

Philip AtumeDec 2, 2023December 2, 20230

In commemoration of the World Aids Day, an international day which holds December 1 every year, the attention of the world has been drawn towards

‘Kanu Heart Foundation Walk’ Set To Hold In Abia State

Philip AtumeSep 25, 2023September 25, 20230

Nigerian-born Arsenal football Legend, Kanu Nwankwo and other Nigerian celebrities are ready to go on a Charity/Fitness awareness walk tagged: “4 KM Walk With Kanu

Anthrax Disease: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention

Philip AtumeJul 18, 2023July 18, 20230

Since the confirmation of the Anthrax disease in Niger State Nigeria, some important measures have been highlighted to keep the masses abreast of the Anthrax

Anthrax Disease: FG Confirms First Case In Niger State

Philip AtumeJul 18, 2023July 18, 20230

The first case of Anthrax disease has been confirmed in Nigeria by the Federal Government of Nigeria in a mixed livestock farm in Niger State.

Lassa Fever: 85 Dead In Six Weeks, Cases Now 531

Philip AtumeFeb 21, 2023February 21, 20230

The total number of confirmed cases of Lassa Fever in the country have increased to 531 after the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention