African region faces an unprecedented surge in mpox cases-WHO
Post Views: 47 The African region is experiencing an unprecedented increase in mpox cases since the start of 2024, with
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HEALTH
Mineral resources exploration must prioritise health, safety of Nigeria, says Tinubu
Post Views: 46 President Bola Tinubu says his administration will ensure that companies engaged in mineral exploration prioritize the health
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IPCC approves outlines of first two reports in seventh assessment cycle
Post Views: 55 The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) at its 61st Plenary Session in Sofia, Bulgaria, has agreed
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Chlorpyrifos: SRADev tasks FG, stakeholders on collaboration to phase out hazardous pesticides
Post Views: 65 Considering the severity of the threat of Chlorpyrifos to health and environment, SRADev Nigeria has called on
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USAID awards $841,217 to CSOs for WASH interventions
Post Views: 71 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Lagos Urban Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (LUWASH)
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WHO prequalifies the first self-test for hepatitis C virus
Post Views: 77 The World Health Organization (WHO) has prequalified the first hepatitis C virus (HCV) self-test which can provide
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Nigeria commits to transboundary water management
Post Views: 68 Nigeria on Monday reiterated its commitment to management of transboundary waters for the benefit of the Niger
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WHO releases first-ever clinical treatment guideline for tobacco cessation in adults
Post Views: 70 The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends a comprehensive set of tobacco cessation interventions, including behavioural support delivered
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Nigeria: Rallying action to curb cholera in Lagos state
Post Views: 65 Comfort Ajayi, a mother of three and resident of Lagos state says she is keenly observing hygiene
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GEF Council approves key funding for Minamata Convention to combat mercury use in ASGM
Post Views: 76 The 67th Council of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) convened in Washington, DC, from June 17 to
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