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The Coordinating Minister for Health and Social Welfare, Professor Ali Pate, has given the assurance that Nigeria will overcome United States President Donald Trump’s new sweeping health policy changes, particularly the halt to funding of health care interventions in developing countries. Professor Pate stated this in Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State…
The federal government says it is committed to improving cancer care, treatment, and prevention through initiatives like catastrophic health insurance, the National Cancer Access Program and the Cancer Trust Fund. Speaking in Abuja at a Symposium to mark World Cancer Day, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare,…
By Ifeoma Nwovu The Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN), Kano Office, has carried out a preliminary inspection visit to the Kano State Drugs and Medical Consumables Supply Agency (DMCSA). The State Officer in charge of the PCN Kano Office, Pharmacist Hasiya Abubakar Ladan, who led the inspection team, stated that…
World Cancer Day is observed every 4th of February, as a catalyst to enhance awareness and understanding, while also advocating proactive measures to prevent, detect and treat the disease. The theme of this year’s celebration “United by Unique,” defines the crucial role of personalized, patient-centered care in the fight against…
By Edith Nwovo The National Agency for Food Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has shut down the popular Cemetery Market in Aba, for the second time. The agency said the market is the most dreaded and hitherto safe haven for the largest cartel for the manufacture of fake wines and…
By Edith Nwovu Jiwa Community, located in the outskirts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), does not have a standard hospital where its dwellers could have access to during health challenges. Report states that the people of Jiwa are predominantly farmers and traders and none of the women are aware…
