Cholera outbreak: Japan donates $1.7m medical supplies to Lagos
Japan has donated medical supplies worth $1.7 million to help fight the cholera outbreak in Lagos. The support is aimed at strengthening treatment, prevention, and emergency response efforts as health authorities work to control the disease. Officials said the donation includes essential drugs, rehydration solutions, protective gear, and sanitation materials. These items are expected to […]
U.S. States Expand Ties With World Health Organization Global Response Network Following Federal Withdrawal
A growing number of U.S. states are moving to join the World Health Organization’s Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN), strengthening international public health partnerships in the wake of the federal government’s withdrawal from the United Nations health agency. On Feb. 17, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced that Wisconsin will become part of the […]
California Plans Legal Action Against Trump Administration Over Revised Childhood Vaccine Schedule
Rob Bonta announced Feb. 17 that California is preparing to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration following recent changes to the federal childhood immunization schedule. The revised schedule was issued Jan. 5 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), with support from Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who currently leads the U.S. Department […]
Lassa fever outbreak in Taraba State claims 15 lives
Taraba State is grappling with a severe outbreak of Lassa fever, which has reportedly claimed 15 lives, according to health authorities. The outbreak has raised concerns among residents and prompted urgent action by the state Ministry of Health to contain the spread. Officials have confirmed that both urban and rural communities in the state are […]
Collective stigmatization without due process undermines justice, long-term stability – IHRC-RFT cautions US on religious bill
The International Human Rights Commission – Relief Fund Trust (IHRC-RFT), Nigeria Chapter, has expressed concern over the proposed Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026 before the US Congress. The organisation emphasized that while promoting religious freedom is essential, accountability must focus on proven individuals rather than entire communities or organisations without evidence. IHRC-RFT […]
Suspected Cholera Death Reported in UK for First Time in Over a Century
A man in his 80s has died from a suspected case of cholera in what is believed to be the first cholera-related death recorded in Britain in more than 100 years. The pensioner, a father of two, became unwell at his home last week, experiencing severe sickness and diarrhoea. As his condition deteriorated, he was […]
CMDs blame budget cuts as Reps faults teaching hospitals over poor research funding
Chief Medical Directors (CMDs) of federal teaching hospitals have blamed reduced government allocations for the decline in research activities, as members of the House of Representatives raised concerns about poor research funding in the institutions. The lawmakers reportedly questioned hospital management over the low level of innovation and academic output. During a recent engagement, the […]
NAFDAC confiscates fake malaria drugs and cosmetics worth N3 billion in Lagos
NAFDAC Seizes ₦3bn Worth of Fake Malaria Drugs, Cosmetics in LagosThe National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has confiscated more than 10 million doses of counterfeit malaria medicines and cosmetic products valued at approximately ₦3 billion at the Trade Fair Market in Lagos. The seizure followed a targeted enforcement operation by […]
Maternal mortality: Experts warn Ogun residents against patronising quacks
Health experts and civil society groups in Ogun State have raised concerns over rising maternal deaths linked to unsafe abortions, warning residents to stop patronising unqualified practitioners. The warning was issued during a one-day training in Abeokuta focused on reproductive health awareness and reducing unsafe abortion practices. Stakeholders stressed that seeking care from trained doctors […]
Lassa Fever kills 17 Nigerians – NCDC
The Nigerian Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported that 17 people have died from Lassa fever in Nigeria within the first three weeks of 2026. The outbreak affected eight states, including Bauchi, Taraba, Plateau, Ondo, Edo, Ebonyi, Benue, and Nasarawa, with Bauchi accounting for nearly half of all confirmed cases. A total of 93 […]