A vaccine targeting a broad range of viruses that was designed using artificial intelligence had a “modest” effect on immune systems in a small, early trial, according to a new study.

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has provided 48 vein finders and accompanying accessories for distribution to the 14 SHFs under the Hospitals Management Board (HMB).

UN health chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus landed on Saturday in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo province worst-hit by a severe Ebola outbreak, an AFP journalist saw.

Uganda confirmed on Monday two new cases of Ebola, bringing to seven the total since the virus outbreak was discovered in the east African country on May 15. “The two new confirmed cases are Ugandan health workers working in a private facility in Kampala. Both patients have been admitted to the designated treatment unit and…

The Democratic Republic of Congo national football team has cancelled a planned pre-World Cup training camp at home after the country was hit by an Ebola outbreak, a team official told AFP on Wednesday.

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has directed airlines, airport operators and other aviation stakeholders to intensify public health surveillance measures following the outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda.

For years, residents of Mararaba Kajuru, a small community in Kajuru Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State, relied on local streams and unprotected wells as their main water sources. “We got our water from local wells and nearby streams, which was very difficult, especially during the dry season. Sometimes, we wouldn’t have water to drink…

The Federal Government has launched a nationwide cancer awareness and free screening programme in Ebonyi State, targeting 1,000 individuals from five states in the South-East and neighboring states. This initiative is part of the government’s efforts to reduce the country’s cancer burden and promote early detection and treatment. The programme, which was flagged off at…

The Benue State Government has confirmed the deaths of 10 health workers due to Lassa fever, with 45 cases testing positive out of 250 suspected infections across the state. The affected health workers include five medical doctors, four nurses, two community health extension workers, and one hospital porter. The state’s Epidemiologist, Dr. Msuega Asema, attributed…

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has assured the Federal High Court that NAFDAC is the designated authority to enforce the ban on sachet alcohol packaged in containers below 200ml. In a court filing, the ministry clarified that it doesn’t interfere with NAFDAC’s enforcement decisions, emphasizing the agency’s statutory powers to regulate food,…

The Nigerian government has allocated over N98 billion to enhance primary healthcare services nationwide. According to Punch online, This significant investment is aimed at improving operational expenses for more than 8,300 primary healthcare centres across the country. As a result of this initiative, numerous healthcare facilities have received upgrades, with 2,565 centres modernized and 1,456…

Lassa fever is a viral hemorrhagic fever caused by the Lassa virus, transmitted to humans through contact with infected rodents or contaminated food and water. It’s prevalent in West Africa, particularly in Nigeria. Lassa fever is a significant public health concern in Nigeria, with outbreaks occurring annually, particularly during the dry season from November to…