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Food fortification: Expert queries use of ultra-processed foods
By Catherine Egwuom Concerns have emerged over the use of ultra-processed foods as vehicles for delivering essential micronutrients, particularly where such foods…
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Postpartum depression: Experts advocate early recognition, treatment, support
By Catherine Egwuom Early recognition, appropriate treatment and support are crucial to helping mothers manage postpartum depression, protect their well-being and strengthen…
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Surgeon advocates early screening to curb colorectal cancer
By Catherine Egwuom A Consultant General Surgeon, Dr Clement Odion, has urged Nigerians to seek medical attention when they notice warning signs…
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Pharmacists integral to healthcare delivery, says hospital MD
By Catherine Egwuom The Medical Director, General Hospital Ebute Metta, Dr Folakemi Irewole-Ojo, says pharmacists play a vital role in healthcare delivery…
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Kaduna targets zero malnutrition through grassroots mobilisation
By Sani Idris Abdulrahman The Kaduna State Government says it is targeting zero malnutrition through stronger grassroots mobilisation, community ownership and increased investment in…
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LISDEL urges swift passage of health bills to strengthen NCD response
By Justina Auta The Legislative Initiative for Sustainable Development (LISDEL) has called on the House of Representatives to expedite concurrence on two health financing…
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NPC seeks harmonised marriage, divorce registration system
By Folasade Akpan The National Population Commission (NPC) has called for a harmonised national system for marriage and divorce registration to strengthen rights protection…
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Substance Abuse: Families decry high cost of private rehabilitation
By Blessing Odega Relatives of persons undergoing rehabilitation for substance abuse disorders in Plateau have decried the high cost of treatment at private rehabilitation…
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FCTA approves construction of Utako General Hospital, overhaul of 14 others
By Philip Yatai The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) Executive Council has approved the immediate construction and equipping of Utako General Hospital, and comprehensive…
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Nigeria inaugurates health financing observatory
By Folasade Akpan Nigeria has inaugurated the Nigeria Health Financing Observatory to harmonise health financing data and strengthen research, accountability and evidence-based decision-making. …