Ebola cases in DR Congo rise to 5,021, Africa CDC says
By Our Correspondent ABUJA — The number of confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has risen to 5,021, with 2,378 deaths recorded in the country’s latest outbreak, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said on Wednesday. The outbreak, declared on May 15, is the DRC’s 17th Ebola […]
Lady pharmacists worry over Japa, fake drugs, poor healthcare infrastructure
The Association of Lady Pharmacists of Nigeria, ALPs, has raised concerns over the worsening brain drain in the health sector, the proliferation of fake drugs, …
Diabetes: Watch your sugar, protect your future
Diabetes occurs when the body cannot properly control blood sugar levels. To stay healthy, reduce sugary drinks, pastries, and excessive carbohydrates. Choose healthier meals rich in vegetables, beans, fish, and whole grains. Eating smaller portions and avoiding late-night heavy meals can also help regulate blood sugar. Physical activity like walking, cycling, or dancing for at […]
No health insurance, no govt services — Lagos tell Lagosians
Lagos unveiled sweeping healthcare reforms that could make health insurance compulsory for residents seeking government services
Hantavirus: confirmed cases by nationality
Roundup of countries that have confirmed or probable cases of nationals infected by hantavirus after outbreak on the cruise ship MV Hondius
Hantavirus: No worries of potential infection for average persons — WHO
The average person has no reason to worry about potential hantavirus infection, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared.
