As Nigeria observes the 2023 World Hypertension Day, the Nigerian Heart Foundation has urged coordinated measures to alleviate the high prevalence of hypertension in the country. Many Nigerians are at danger of hypertension, according to Professor Basden Onuwubere, Chairman of the NHF Hypertension Committee, who made the announcement in Lagos at […]
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It was an exciting moment for the government of Edo state as it emerged runner-up position, South-South region at the Nigeria Primary Health Care (PHC) Leadership Challenge, clinching over N185m ($400,000) cash prize. The Challenge is a joint project of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the United Nations International […]
In a bid to address concerns surrounding the safety of Indomie Instant Noodles, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Nigeria has taken action against the product flagged as carcinogenic by the Malaysian and Taiwanese governments. NAFDAC firmly stated that locally produced brands of the […]
Public health experts are urging Nigerians to make regular exposure to sunshine, particularly early morning sun, a part of their routine. According to these experts, soaking up the sun can help lower blood pressure levels and even reduce mortality from cardiovascular issues. Studies have revealed a link between exposure to […]
The Edo State Government has issued a warning to locals not to purchase or use the 5 mg Norvasc pills made by American pharma manufacturer Viatris Inc. after iron wires were found in samples obtained from the shipment. Prof. Obehi Akoria, the Edo State Commissioner for Health, stated in a […]
In a continued endeavor to clean up the healthcare system and get rid of quacks, the Edo State Government has sealed the Selaf Specialist Hospital in Uromi, Esan-North-East Local Government Area. The hospital was overrun by representatives of the Edo State Ministry of Health, who were led by the Directors […]
The Edo State government recently engaged in a productive alignment meeting with developmental partners in the state’s health sector. This strategic collaboration aims to achieve Universal Health Coverage and establish a robust and resilient health system that delivers high-quality healthcare to the people of Edo State. Headed by the Edo […]
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, led a project team to inspect the level of work done on Stella Obasanjo Hospital, Monday, March 20, 2023, and expressed his satisfaction with the progress made. He said that the hospital’s renovation to include appropriate elements is an attempt to honor his […]
Akoko-Edo local government Liaison officer Hon Jeffrey Obasanmi has flagged off the construction of water borehole projects to mitigate water challenges in the area. Speaking at Akuku, Onumu and Ogugu communities in the LGA, the Liaison officer disclosed that the provision of clean portable water was critical to the survival […]
The Edo State Government has announced four more deaths from Lassa fever, bringing the total number of fatalities from the disease in the state to 20. The Edo State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akoria Obehi, who revealed this to journalists in Benin City, said the new deaths occurred in three […]