Two suspected Ebola cases identified in north-east, says NCDC
The Nigerian Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says two suspected cases of Ebola disease have been identified in the north-east. In an update on Saturday, NCDC said the individuals have been isolated while contact identification and…
BREAKING: El-Rufai Tests Positive For Drug-Resistant Bacteria
Although the report described him as being in no apparent respiratory or painful distress, it documented concerns about his symptoms and the possibility of a serious infection. The medical report also stated that the available investigation results were…
Bunkure: Over 1000 Benefit From Kano NMA’s Medical Outreach
By Ado Salisu, Kano Kano state chapter of Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, says over 1,000 have benefited from its medical outreach in Bunkure Local Government Area of the state. The NMA chairman, Dr. Abubakar Nagoma Usman revealed this while briefing…
Africa faces most geographically widespread Ebola outbreak on record as DR Congo cases near 10,000
Africa is grappling with “the most geographically widespread Ebola outbreak in history”, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), as infections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) approach…
HEALTH: Ebola Virus Hits Nigeria
Ebola virus disease has resurfaced in Nigeria after a woman who recently returned from Uganda tested positive for the virus at Nizamiye Hospital in Abuja. The woman’s infection was confirmed at the Turkish-run hospital located outside Abuja’s…
Lassa Fever: Nigeria Records 263 Deaths, 1,115 Confirmed Cases In 2026
Nigeria has recorded 1,115 confirmed cases of Lassa fever and 263 deaths across 24 states and 119 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in 2026, with the disease maintaining a higher fatality rate than the corresponding period last year. The Nigeria Centre for…
Gov Buni Mourns Twin Doctors, Sends High-Powered Delegation To Bereaved Family
By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, CON, has condoled with the family of the late twin sisters, Dr. Hadiya Usman (Hassana) and Dr. Aidah Usman (Usaina), who passed away just two days apart. Governor Buni expressed…
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Demands Improved Working Conditions For Doctors, Nurse
According to a report by Punch on Monday, September 28, 2026, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has urged authorities to improve the welfare and working environment of medical professionals as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery and reduce…
WHO Warns Of Inevitable Next Pandemic And Economic Fallout
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stern warning that the next global pandemic is inevitable, urging nations to prioritise immediate preparation to prevent a repeat of recent catastrophes. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus…
Top 6 Foods That Naturally Remove Worms From The Stomach
Intestinal worms are a common health problem, especially in areas with poor sanitation and contaminated food or water. While medical treatment is essential for complete elimination, certain foods can naturally support the body in fighting worms and…