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 […]
Group campaigns against sexual violence
To facilitate safe and confidential reporting of sexual violence incidents and provide access to available comprehensive support service and relevant information, experts in the area of sexual violence prevention have launched a web-based platform known as ‘Salvus’.
Prioritise local pharma sector, PMGMAN tasks FG
The Federal government has been tasked to prioritise the Nigerian pharmaceutical sector because the straddles both healthcare and manufacturing industry.
Clearline HMO advocates best practices in healthcare industry
The need for best practices in corporate governance in health sector institutions, particularly among the Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) has been stressed.
Brain cancer could be treated with Zika virus — STUDY
A NEW study looks into the potential of the Zika virus to target and kill brain cancer cells. The results, so far, are encouraging, but researchers suggest that there is a long way to go until a safe and effective treatment is reached.
Tristate Healthcare conducts health checks on lawyers
Tristate Healthcare System Limited has partnered the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) as part of its welfare programme for professionals across Nigeria and Africa.
