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Snakebites management: Experts urge govt to strengthen healthcare system

Some health practitioners have urged the Federal Government to strengthen the nation’s healthcare system for effective services delivery, particularly in the management of snakebites...
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SRADeV decries absence of ‘Poison Centres’ for urgent intervention

Despite the rising incidence of chemical poisoning, accidental toxic exposures, and the recent tragic snakebite fatality in Abuja, Sustainable Research and Action for Environmental...
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Experts urge Nigerians to reduce salt intake

Stakeholders in the health sector have appealed to Nigerians to cut back on their salt intake to reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases among...
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World Cancer Day: Tackle cancer by fixing Nigeria’s food system, CAPPA urges govt

On World Cancer Day, themed "United by Unique", Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has reaffirmed its solidarity with the global community to...
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WHO seeks $1bn for global health emergency response, says four in 10 cancer cases preventable

The World Health Organisation (WHO) says it is seeking $1 billion to respond to health emergencies worldwide. ‎‎The organisation disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday,...
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World Cancer Day 2026: Africa should emulate Sweden’s proven blueprint to reduce smoking-related cancer

Due to declining smoking rates, Sweden has the lowest mortality from all cancers among men in the EU and an overall cancer incidence that...
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Govt raises alarm over health risks of greenhouse gas emissions

The Federal Government of Nigeria has raised the alarm over the growing burden of respiratory illnesses, cardiovascular conditions, and other environmental-related diseases linked to...
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Sachet alcohol ban: Over 5m jobs, N800bn investments at risk – ACCI

The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has warned that NAFDAC’s renewed ban on sachet and small bottle alcoholic drinks threatens over five...
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Dangote raises petrol price to N1,175 per litre in third weekly hike

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has again increased the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to N1,175 per litre. This...
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