US reports its first ever human case of deadly flesh-eating screwworm
Health officials have confirmed the first human infection of a deadly flesh-eating parasite in the United States. The New World screwworm was found in a person who had recently traveled back from El Salvador, according to the Maryland Department of Health and the CDC. Andrew G. Nixon, spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Health and […]
Deadly ‘suitcase viruses’ that destroy organs and trigger brain swelling spread across the UK and Europe
Deadly viruses may be reaching the UK through airplanes and travelers’ luggage, experts warn, as international travel drives a rise in infections such as chikungunya and oropouche. The UK has recorded its first case of oropouche in travelers returning from Brazil, while chikungunya cases among holidaymakers continue to grow. Simon Clarke, a professor of cellular […]
Experts warn of new s£xual orientation as many start identifying as ‘greys£xual’
Experts are warning about the rising number of young people describing themselves as “greysexual.” Greysexuality refers to people who experience sexual attraction only rarely, occasionally, or under specific circumstances. The term is becoming more popular online, with a Reddit community called r/Greysexuality now having over 8,300 active members, according to MailOnline. A greysexual YouTuber and […]
Benue govt shuts down illegal clinics over health violations
The Benue State Ministry of Health and Human Services has started closing illegal clinics across the state. The exercise kicked off in Vandeikya Local Government Area, where several unlicensed health centres were targeted. Among the clinics closed are Num Clinic in Abatse-Tsambe, Msendoo Clinic & Maternity in Ihugh, Alex Clinic & Maternity in Gbem, and […]
S£xually transmitted disease spread by kissing and oral s£x linked to skin cancer
A new study has found a possible connection between a common sexually transmitted infection and skin cancer. The virus, which can be spread through kissing and oral sex, is now being looked at for its role in causing skin-related cancers. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most widespread STI in the United States, with about 42 […]
L-PRES warns of public health risks from unhygienic abattoirs in Taraba
The Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES) has expressed serious worry about the health dangers linked to dirty slaughterhouses and poor meat inspection in Taraba State. At a workshop held on Tuesday in Jalingo, the State Coordinator of the World Bank-backed project, Hananiah Albert, said there is an urgent need to maintain cleanliness in […]
Cardiovascular diseases leading cause of illness in Northeast – Yobe govt
The Yobe State Government is taking steps to improve healthcare, especially in the area of heart-related illnesses. During a meeting with international health experts and local stakeholders, the government shared its plan to upgrade medical imaging services. This is part of a broader effort to strengthen healthcare in the state. Governor Mai Mala Buni, represented […]
Health minister announces that striking nurses have called off their industrial action
Nigerian nurses and midwives have ended their nationwide warning strike. This was announced by the Health Minister, Ali Pate, on Friday, August 1, after a private meeting in Abuja with leaders of the nurses’ union. According to Pate, the decision came after both sides reached an agreement during the discussion. The union officials didn’t speak […]
No student nurse, intern should take over in Kwara hospitals – NANNM warns
The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) in Kwara State has warned hospitals not to use student or intern nurses during the ongoing nationwide strike. The union gave this warning in a statement made in Ilorin on Wednesday. The state secretary, Marcus Lucas, said they received information that some hospitals were trying to […]
Nigerian nurses begin nationwide strike today
Nurses across Nigeria have started a nationwide warning strike today, July 30, 2025.The strike is led by the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Federal Health Institutions Sector. The strike began at midnight after a 15-day ultimatum given to the federal government ended without any response. NANNM-FHI Chairman, Morakinyo Rilwan, said on Monday, […]