The Republic of Benin as well as neighbours Liberia and Sierra Leone embarked on a sweeping malaria vaccine programme on Thursday under an Africa-centric project that…
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The Paediatric Association of Nigeria (PAN) has joined the global community in observing the World Malaria Day, which is celebrated annually on April 25. This year’s…
An Mpox epidemic has been declared in the Republic of Congo. This comes after 19 cases were confirmed across five states including the country’s capital, Brazzaville. Although no deaths have been recorded, the country’s…
Looking towards World Malaria Day, the World Health Organisation (WHO) Global Malaria Programme has unveiled a new operational strategy outlining its key priorities and activities for…
At least eight fatalities have been reported, with 208 individuals suspected of contracting a puzzling ailment in Sokoto state, as disclosed by Dr. Ibrahim Usman, the…
Drug regulatory authorities in Tanzania, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe have initiated a recall of a batch of J&J cough syrup as a precautionary measure following reports from…
Despite regulatory crackdowns and financial challenges in the political landscape, young people continue to engage with illicit substances and the drug trade by opting for cheaper…
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has recalled the popular cough syrup, Benylin Paediatric, over health concerns. NAFDAC revealed in a…
Hong Kong has reported a case with human infection of B virus, an extremely rare disease that can lead to severe brain damage or death. Fatalities…
Britain’s reigning monarch, King Charles III, faces a challenging situation as new reports show that he battles pancreatic cancer. This condition necessitated the initiation of his…