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H5N1 Bird Flu cases increase to 92 in 12 countries – WHO

2 mn read The World Health Organization (WHO) has provided updates on the current situation regarding avian influenza virus (H5N1), highlighting both the spread of the virus among dairy herds and its implications for public health: 1. **Dairy Herds Affected**: The number of dairy herds affected by the avian influenza virus (H5N1) has increased significantly. As of the […]

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Japa: 7 EU countries in need of doctors, nurses; offer visas to foreign healthcare workers

2 mn read Several European countries are facing critical shortages of doctors and nurses, prompting them to simplify work visa procedures to attract foreign healthcare professionals. According to a 2023 report from EURES (European Employment Services), countries such as Switzerland, Germany, Norway, Ireland, the Netherlands, Austria, and Denmark are in urgent need of healthcare workers. The shortages are […]

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NCDC alerts on cholera outbreak as Nigeria records 30 deaths, 1,141 suspected cases

< 1 mn read The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued a public advisory regarding the increasing cases of cholera across Nigeria, particularly alarming during the rainy season. As of June 11, 2024, there have been 1,141 suspected cases, 65 confirmed cases, and 30 deaths reported in 96 Local Government Areas (LGAs) across 30 states. […]

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Cholera outbreak in Lagos State claims 5 lives, hospitalises 60

2 mn read Residents are advised to rely on the state Ministry of Health, Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), and accredited local health facilities for guidance, advice on prevention and treatment. The Lagos State Government has called for heightened vigilance and adoption of precautionary measures as the state records a cholera outbreak resulting in five fatalities.Prof. Akin […]

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The health dangers of eating bananas in the morning

< 1 mn read Bananas are generally healthy as they contain vitamins and bioactive compounds, but eating them in the morning can be dangerous.Since bananas contain 25% sugar, they can cause some havoc in the body in the morning. Here’s why you should never eat only bananas in the morning Bananas are generally not recommended for consumption on an […]

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Commission secures 40 million vaccines against avian flu pandemic

< 1 mn read The European Commission has joint purchased 665,000 pre-pandemic vaccine doses targeting avian influenza and taken an option for 40 million doses over the next four years, the executive announced today (11 June). The contract was signed by the Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority (HERA) on behalf of fifteen member states. “HERA is showing again […]

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I hid my illness for 17 years before making it public’ – Celine Dion

< 1 mn read Canadian singer Celine Dion has shared that she hid her struggle with Stiff Person Syndrome for 17 years before revealing it to the public. In an interview with Hoda Kotb on the Today Show this week, Dion revealed that she was secretly battling the illness while managing her late husband, Rene Angelil’s cancer battle and […]

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“FG Announces N260 Billion Investment to Revitalize Primary Healthcare Centers Nationwide”

3 mn read Health minister Muhammed Ali Pate [credit : Rickett global hygiene ] The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, disclosed this on Friday in Abuja while giving an account of his stewardship at the ministerial sectoral briefings on President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s performance in the last year. According to him, the revitalisation is […]

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FIVE POINTERS FOR SUSTAINING PROSTATE HEALTH

< 1 mn read The prostate, vital for reproduction and urination, is prone to various health issues as men age. Around half of men over 60 and 90% by age 80 experience an enlarged prostate, with 1 in 8 men diagnosed with prostate cancer. Regardless of age, maintaining prostate health is crucial. Though there’s no fail-safe method to prevent […]

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INTERMITTENT FASTING COULD INCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF CARDIOVASCULAR DEATH

2 mn read A recent study has indicated a potential link between intermittent fasting and an increased risk of dying from heart disease. Intermittent fasting, a diet regimen involving consuming all food within an 8-hour window and fasting for the remaining 16 hours, has gained popularity as a method for weight management. Presented at an American Heart Association […]

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