The Ekiti State Government has pledged support for the 2026 Malaria Larval Source Management (LSM) intervention aimed at reducing malaria transmission across the state. The Ekiti State Commissioner for Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, gave the assurance in Ado-Ekiti while receiving a delegation of federal and state partners implementing the intervention under the National Malaria Elimination Programme…
Here is a roundup of which countries have confirmed or probable cases of nationals infected by hantavirus after the outbreak on the cruise ship MV Hondius, according to the World Health Organization. Eight cases have been confirmed, and two are listed as “probable”, according to the UN’s top health body and certain national health authorities,…
The Katsina State Government has said it has vaccinated 2.954 million children against polio during the March 2026 campaign across the 34 local government areas of the state. The Executive Secretary of the state’s Primary Healthcare Agency, Dr. Shamsudeen Yahaya, revealed this Wednesday during a media briefing and mass mobilisation dialogue held ahead of the…
The World Health Organisation announced Friday that it had given prequalification approval to a malaria treatment for newborns and infants for the first time. Artemether-lumefantrine is the first antimalarial formulation designed specifically for the youngest victims of the mosquito-borne disease. “The prequalification designation indicates that the medicine meets international standards of quality, safety and efficacy,”…
Lassa fever fatalities have risen sharply in 2026, in spite of a decline in new confirmed cases in the latest reporting week, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), said in its Epidemiological week 13 report released yesterday in Abuja. The Commission disclosed that 167 deaths have been recorded in 2026, noting that the…
Collaborative business investments, where multiple entities come together to invest in a common venture, can offer various benefits. Here’s a guide on how businesses can collaborate to make investments
It seems like your question might be a bit unclear. If you’re asking about who has the right to determine or define existence in the present, it’s a complex philosophical and existential question that may not have a straightforward answer. The concept of existence and its meaning can vary based on individual beliefs, cultural perspectives,…
Certainly! Here are some general tips for choosing and consuming food in a healthy way: General Healthy Eating Tips: Balanced Diet: Include a variety of foods from all food groups – fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and dairy or dairy alternatives. Portion Control: Be mindful of portion sizes to avoid overeating. Use smaller plates…
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