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How hypertension silently threatens future of Nigerian young adults

A Consultant Cardiologist, Dr Adisa Adams, has decried the increasing number of Nigerian young adults in their 30s  being diagnosed with hypertension, describing the...
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BAN Toxics’ community parade amplifies global call to end lead poisoning

In observance of International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 2025 (#ILPPW2025), marked globally from October 19–25, environmental justice organisation, BAN Toxics, in partnership with Barangay...
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Examining World Bank’s AgriConnect to transform global agriculture

At the recently concluded Annual Meetings of the IMF and World Bank Group in Washington D.C., the World Bank unveiled its flagship agricultural initiative,...
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Foreign, local firms targeting Nigerian students with nicotine products – Groups

Tobacco control advocacy organisations in Nigeria have called on the Federal Government, health authorities, and relevant stakeholders to take immediate action against what they...
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EU weighs ethanol ban in hand sanitisers over cancer fears

The European Union is considering banning ethanol as an active ingredient in biocidal products, including hand sanitisers, amid growing concerns over its potential cancer...
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Michael Owhoko: The trouble with Nigeria’s healthcare system

The quality of a country’s healthcare system is a mirror image of its leaders’ commitment to citizens’ health.  Countries like Singapore, Japan, South Korea...
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Why fortifying ultra-processed foods won’t solve Nigeria’s nutrition crisis

Food fortification is a well-established public health intervention designed to address widespread micronutrient deficiencies in populations. Over time, this strategy has proven remarkably effective...
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World Polio Day: Rotary celebrates 99.9% drop in global polio cases

The Rotary International District 9127 has announced global polio cases decrease by 99.9 per cent since 1988, marking a historic health milestone. Dr Joy Nky...
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