Mental Disorders Tighten Their Grip on a Younger, More Vulnerable World
More than 1 billion person globally are battling mental health disorders. Unfortunately, mental health challenges no longer shows up in tattered clothes or stained teeth, it could come in perfect physique. As of today, the global health conversation has…
Nigeria’s Heavy Dependence on Imported Medicines Sparks Renewed Calls for Pharmaceutical Self-Sufficiency
Nigeria is at risk of losing grounds on its public health security, economic stability and industrial development if it continues to depend heavily on imported medical supplies. Industry estimates suggest that Nigeria imports between 60 and 70 per cent…
Hantavirus Outbreak: Countries on High Alert As Contact Tracing Begins
With memories of the COVID-19 pandemic still fresh, the emergence of another potentially deadly virus linked to human transmission has triggered concern among global health authorities. A hantavirus outbreak aboard the expedition cruise vessel MV Hondius…
Oyo Gets UNICEF-Backed Nutrition Boost as 20 LGAs Targeted in New Programme
The UNICEF, with funding support from the United States, has launched a nutrition intervention programme in Oyo State, selecting 20 local government areas to benefit from efforts aimed at tackling malnutrition in early childhood. The initiative, unveiled…
Hantavirus Cases Reported on Cruise Ship as WHO Steps In
Health authorities are responding to a suspected outbreak of hantavirus aboard a cruise vessel, MV Hondius, where multiple infections and deaths have raised global concern. The World Health Organization confirmed that a 69-year-old British national,…
Can Australia Defeat Cancer Before Any One Else?
Australia is gradually emerging as a frontrunner in the global effort to eliminate cervical cancer, with scientists and public health experts suggesting the country could reach a major breakthrough within the next decade and potentially becoming the…
Can Beets Really Boost Women’s Health? Here’s What the Science Says
Beetroot, often overlooked in everyday diets, packs more nutritional power than it gets credit for, and for women in particular, it can offer some meaningful health benefits when consumed the right way. Rich in fibre, potassium, iron, folate, and…
Oyo Marks World Earth Day 2026 with Tree Planting, Clean Environment Drive
The Oyo State Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources has commemorated World Earth Day 2026 with a series of initiatives aimed at promoting a cleaner, greener, and healthier environment across the state. Speaking at a press conference, the…
Africa Turns to Genetic Innovation as Malaria Fight Falls Behind 2030 Target
Scientists across Africa are ramping up research into new strategies to curb malaria transmission, as the continent risks missing the African Union target of eliminating the disease by 2030. At the forefront of this effort is the Target Malaria…
South-West States Urged to Boost Funding for Nutrition as UNICEF Highlights 21% Stunting Rate
State governments across Nigeria’s South-West region have been urged to make firm financial commitments to nutrition-focused initiatives, particularly the N774 programme, as stakeholders warn that malnutrition continues to pose a serious threat to child…