The Ogun State government has assured residents of adequate funding and logistics for the upcoming measles-rubella vaccination campaign scheduled from January 27 to February 5, […]
Tag: Public Health
Medical Experts Alarmed as US Reviews Safety of Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine
A committee appointed by U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reviewing the safety of the decades-old hepatitis B vaccine for newborns, a move […]
Senate Moves to Criminalize Chemical Ripening of Fruits, Targets Dangerous Food Practices
ABUJA – In a major move to safeguard public health, the Nigerian Senate is considering amendments to prescribe stiffer penalties for individuals using harmful chemicals […]
Federal Government Launches National Plan to Eliminate Lead Poisoning, Warns ‘No Safe Level’
ABUJA – In a significant move to safeguard public health, the Federal Government has unveiled a comprehensive national plan to eliminate lead poisoning in Nigeria, […]
Abia State Commissions New Primary Health Centre in Azuiyi Oloko
The Abia State Ministry of Health has officially handed over a newly constructed and fully equipped Primary Health Centre to the Azuiyi Oloko Community in […]
FCTA to Punish Schools Denying Pupils Vaccination
ABUJA — The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has issued a stern warning to schools denying health workers access to pupils for vaccination, stating that […]