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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, yesterday issued a nationwide alert to healthcare professionals and the public following the confirmation of counterfeit batches of Mabthera 500mg/50ml in circulation.
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Statistics from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, MDCN, showed that in 2024, Nigeria registered about 4,900 new medical doctors and dental surgeons, while 4,200 requested certificates of good standing, a clear sign that many are preparing to practice abroad.
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To tackle poor oral hygiene and prevent dental diseases, Pepsodent has launched its 2026 World Oral Health Day campaign, “Do The 2,” urging Nigerians to adopt the simple but critical habit of brushing twice daily.
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In the spirit of compassion and generosity that defines Ramadan, Bruhm, a fast-growing consumer electronics and home appliances brand, Bruhm, has extended a hand of kindness to communities in need through a heartfelt outreach initiative centered on sharing meals.
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Vaccine programmes are being challenged by rising misinformation and an uncertain pipeline for research funding, the World Health Organization’s immunisation experts said Wednesday.
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The Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy (NSP), in collaboration with the Nigeria Union of Allied Health Professionals (NUAHP) and other stakeholders, has called on the National Assembly to suspend further legislative
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eHealth Africa and Jacaranda Health have launched an AI-enabled maternal health messaging platform, PROMPTS, in Kano State, targeting 25,000 mothers in its initial phase. PROMPTS (Promoting Mothers in Pregnancy and
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According to the report, the infections occurred as the country continues to battle the viral haemorrhagic disease across several states.
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About 480 journalists have so far been enrolled in the Federal Capital Territory Health Insurance Scheme (FHIS), with an additional 50 expected to benefit in the coming weeks, the Mandate
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The Emir of Suleja, His Royal Highness Muhammad Awwal Ibrahim, has thrown the weight of traditional institutions behind Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s New Niger Health Agenda, describing the reform programme
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