The National Pension Commission has launched the pilot phase of PenCare, a free healthcare initiative targeting low-income retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme, with registration now...
Data-driven, community-led vaccination is enabling children who have never received any vaccines (zero-dose) in Bauchi State to be reached, demonstrating how targeted action can close immunisation...
An Epidemiologist in Anambra State, Dr. Chukwuma Emembolu has called for stronger systems to prevent and control disease outbreaks, warning that gaps in surveillance and reporting...
Public health specialists have called for stronger hygiene practices, improved access to clean water, and better nutrition to reduce the spread of diarrhoeal diseases, particularly among...
A Nigerian-founded digital health platform, DoctorOnTap, is expanding its efforts to improve healthcare access across Africa by offering innovative telemedicine services tailored to working professionals. Co-founder...
A new COVID-19 case in Cross River State, Nigeria, has been registered, initiating the process of contact tracing and following up on those who might have...
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to integrate haemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders into maternal and child health services at primary and secondary...
The Kano State Government, in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has launched a major intervention aimed at reducing maternal and neonatal mortality, with...
On World Health Day 2026, under the theme “Together for health. Stand with science,” Nigeria is highlighting how evidence-based approaches are strengthening public health and improving...
Reliable electricity is more than a convenience. It is a lifeline for primary health care. Clean and dependable energy supports safe, equitable and resilient services. When...
