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Ondo Health Workers Appeal to Governor Aiyedatiwa Over Three Months’ Unpaid Salaries
AKURE — Recently integrated and recruited health workers under the Ondo State Hospitals Management Board (HMB) have appealed to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa over the non-payment of their salaries since they resumed duty…
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Scientists Discover New Spider Species in Mauritius
By Paul Joseph Scientists have confirmed the discovery of a new species of trapdoor spider on a small island in Mauritius, astonishing conservationists because of its unusual habitat along a rocky coastline.…
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Fake Drugs, Adulterated Foods: Nigerians Face Growing Risk Of Organ Damage, Death
By Opeyemi Adelakun Nigerians are increasingly exposed to potentially life-threatening health risks as counterfeit medicines, adulterated food products and contaminated beverages find their way into the marketplace, raising concerns about the safety…
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Plastic Health Warning — 93% of Chemicals in Everyday Products Linked to High Health Risk
By George Omagbemi A new investigation has raised fresh concerns over everyday plastic products, finding that 92.8% of assessed chemicals used in plastics present a high risk to human health. The finding…
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Stroke Cases Surge Among Young Adults, Experts Warn
By George Omagbemi Stroke is increasingly affecting younger adults, with a new study finding that stroke rates among people aged 20 to 54 nearly doubled over a 27-year period. The research, published…
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Anambra Launches Telehealth Service, Newsletter to Strengthen HIV Care
By George Omagbemi The Anambra State AIDS Control Agency (ANSACA) has unveiled a new telehealth service and its maiden newsletter as part of efforts to strengthen HIV prevention, testing, treatment and care…
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7 Warning Signs Nigerians Should Watch For When Buying Medicines
By Opeyemi Adelakun A medicine may look convincing on the shelf, carry a familiar brand name and even come in attractive packaging — but that does not automatically make it safe. For…
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Why Smokers Appear Less Likely to Develop Parkinson’s Disease — Scientists
By George Omagbemi Several studies have identified a surprising and consistent association between cigarette smoking and a lower risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, prompting scientists to investigate why smokers appear to be…
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Ondo HMB to Nurses: You Have No Authority Over Our Recruitment Process
By Opeyemi Adelakun The Ondo State Hospitals Management Board has hit back at the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives over its reported opposition to the employment of Community Health Extension…
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Ondo HMB Defends Recruitment Integrity Amidst NANNM Disagreement
The Hospital Management Board (HMB) has issued a formal response to recent criticisms levelled by the Nigerian Association of Nurses and Midwives (NANNM). Starnews NG reports that the association had previously accused…
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Small Habits To Avoid To Remain Healthy
We often search for complex medical explanations for our health struggles, yet the truth is often hidden in our daily routines. From the way we eat to how we spend our evenings,…
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Poison On The Table; Nigeria’s Food Safety Crisis Puts Millions at Risk
By George Omagbemi A disturbing food-safety crisis is unfolding in Nigeria as regulators, health scientists and consumer advocates warn that widespread food adulteration and contamination could expose millions of Nigerians to serious…