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Posts From Juliet Umeh
Lagos confirmed 10 cases diphtheria outbreak in 3 months
Health authorities intensify response efforts Lagos State has recorded 10 confirmed cases of diphtheria between January 1 and March 27, 2025, as health authorities intensify efforts to curb the outbreak.
Over 30,000 TB cases in Lagos undetected in 2024
Stakeholders say Nigeria must scale up efforts to end scourge Amid statistics showing that the country recorded over 383,000 TB cases in 2024 with Lagos State alone reporting 19,052 cases—far
Diphtheria outbreak: Lagos activates emergency response in Kings College
Begins mass Vaccination as commissioner calls for calm The Lagos State Government has activated its Emergency Response Committee, following the outbreak of diphtheria in the boarding house of King’s College,
NIMR: DG recounts achievements
Broadens research activities To reactivate outstations The Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), Professor John Obafunwa, has unfolded plans to broaden the activities of the institute to
Ikire indigenes get free medical care in honour of Monarch at 90
In continuation of the 90th birthday celebration of Oba Olatunde Falabi, the Lanbeloye III and Alakire of Ikire, Osun State, the elderly in the ancient town, on Monday, received free
NIMR prepares to join forces against possible outbreak of HMPV
The Nigerian Institute of Medical Research’s (NIMR) has assured the public of its readiness to join other government agencies and institutions to curtail the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in case of
Cubecover transforms insurance access in Nigeria with innovative tech-driven platform
In a move to simplify insurance access for millions of Nigerians, Cubecover, a technology-enabled insurance platform, has officially launched in Nigeria. The company is on a mission to enhance insurance
Trapped by poverty, blinded by myths: The hidden drivers of Nigeria’s tuberculosis crisis
Despite relentless efforts to curb tuberculosis (TB) in Nigeria, the disease continues to claim thousands of lives annually. The World Health Organization (WHO) 2022 Global TB report shows that Nigeria
80% of Nigerians Unaware of Tuberculosis Threat, Impeding Control Efforts – Expert
Over 18,000 TB Cases Diagnosed in Lagos in 2023 Despite tuberculosis (TB) being a significant public health issue, over 80% of Nigerians remain unaware of the disease’s signs and symptoms,
Nutritionist urges more fortification of Nigerian foods, beverages with essential micronutrients
A Nutritionist has advocated the need for more fortification of foods and beverages widely consumed by Nigerians with essential micronutrients to combat the growing problem of malnutrition in the country.
Champion maternal health through multiple micronutrient supplementation advocacy, FHI 360 urges media
In a move to improve pregnancy outcomes in Lagos State, a non-governmental organisation, FHI 360 Alive&Thrive in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Health has sensitised the state’s media
WHO to support Lagos State to strengthen health care
The World Health Organization (WHO) Country Representative (WR), Dr. Walter Kazadi Mulombo, has reiterated the organisation’s commitment to supporting the Lagos State Government in its quest to improve health indices
Cholera Outbreak: NCDC reports 176 deaths, 5,951 infected
The Nigerian Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, has reported a total of 176 deaths from 5,951 confirmed cases of cholera across the country as of August 11, 2024.
Mrs. Sanwo-Olu launches 2024 Health Week, promises free care for 5m Lagos kids
Wife of the Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, yesterday officially flagged off the Y2024 Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health Plus Nutrition (MNCAH+N) Week at the Lagos
Lagos strengthens efforts to combat hepatitis amid rising prevalence
Marks 2024 World Hepatitis Day with Symposium Screens and Vaccinates Over 5,000 Residents The Lagos State Government has taken significant strides in the fight against Hepatitis, launching comprehensive initiatives to
Food insecurity: How malnutrition leads to brain damage in children- Expert
Lagos Ministry of Health & Social Welfare trains caregivers Nigeria’s economic situation is creating a critical issue for familie – affording a balanced diet. This lack of proper nutrition puts
Daimed Facility, new diagnostic centre, set to open in Lagos
aims to Reduce Medical Tourism in Nigeria with Evidence-Based Care To reduce medical tourism in Nigeria, a new multi-specialty facility, Diamed Diagnostic Center, is set to open its doors in
Health Insurance: LASHMA partners LASRRA to simplify enrolment, expand Ilera Eko coverage
As Ilera Eko enrollees increases to over 1m The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has partnered with the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) to expand the coverage of
Tuberculosis: 300 die in Ogun as Kaduna records 32,297 in 2023
The Senior Programme Officer of the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, IHVN, Ms Florinda Olawusi, has disclosed that no fewer than 300 patients died of tuberculosis, out of over 6,000
FGM is gruesome, criminal violation of women’s rights- Senator Ireti
The Chairman Senate committee on Women Affairs, Senator Ireti Kingibe has described female genital mutilation, FGM as a gruesome act and a criminal violation of women’s rights and that of
12.7% of African adolescents lonely, face mental challenges – Babcock VC
The Vice Chancellor, Babcock University, Ilishan Remo, Ogun State, Prof. Ademola Tayo, has said despite the booming population of African countries, about 12.7 percent of the population are suffering from
Lassa fever: Benue records 46 cases, 9 deaths
as FG announces plans for national de-ratisation campaign Benue State has reportedly recorded 46 Lassa Fever cases and nine deaths in seven Local Government Areas, LGAs, of the state. Some of
Group advocates increase on sugar-sweetened beverage tax to reduce NCD
Says tax increase to see significant drop in consumption The Federal Government, FG has been tasked to increase sugar-sweetened beverage, SSB tax to a minimum of N130 per litre in
AFCON: Consider your health first, Lagos counsels Nigerians
… Offers tips essential tips for citizens As Nigeria prepares to watch the final AFCON match on Sunday, the Lagos State Ministry of Health has advised that citizens must
‘We’ll reduce medical tourism,’ Iwosan Lagoon Hospital pledges as Sanwo-Olu, others unveil facilities
Towards the effort in reversing the trend of medical tourism in Nigeria, the governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday, joined other top medical professionals to unveil the