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Resident Doctors To Review Strike Suspension In Two Weeks
The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) says it will review issues surrounding the suspension of its proposed strike within two weeks.
The President-Elect, Dr Emmanuel Idoko, made the statement in Calabar on Monday.
It would be recalled that NARD declared an indefinite nationwide strike that began on Nov. 1, 2025, following…
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Australian Researchers Discover Potential Cancer Cure — Report
Australian researchers have discovered a targeted approach to treating myelofibrosis, a rare and serious blood cancer, beyond symptom management.
The report published in the journal ‘Blood’ on Monday disclosed that the research…
Kaduna Links 785 Rural Roads To Improved Healthcare Delivery
The Kaduna State Government says that its ongoing construction of 785 rural road projects is boosting healthcare delivery and health outcomes across the state.
The Commissioner for Information, Ahmed Maiyaki, stated this while…
Ogun Resident Doctors Back NARD’s Indefinite Strike
The Association of Resident Doctors of Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, has thrown its weight behind the indefinite strike declared by the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors, scheduled to begin at 12:00 midnight on Monday.
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Chinese Scientists Develop Cancer Treatment Using Modified Immune Cells
Scientists have presented a new approach to cancer treatment using mast cells, which are immune cells known for their ability to cause allergic reactions.
The scientists are from Zhejiang University and the First Hospital of China…
CMDs, MDs Urge JOHESU, NARD To Suspend Strikes For Dialogue
The Committee of Chief Medical Directors and Medical Directors of Federal Tertiary Hospitals (CCMDFTH) has called on health sector unions to embrace dialogue, industrial harmony, and collaboration for the benefit of patients…
Young Adults Most Affected In 1,119 Lassa Fever Cases – NCDC
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says 1,119 confirmed cases of Lassa fever have been recorded in 2025, with young adults emerging as the most affected age group nationwide.
The agency disclosed this in…
NAFDAC Sachet Alcohol Ban Could Fuel Black Market, CSO Warns
The Integrity Advocacy for Development Initiative (IADI), a civil society organisation, has condemned the planned ban on alcohol in sachets and PET bottles below 200ml, describing it as misguided and unlikely to reduce alcohol abuse.
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African Medical Centre Performs First Open-Heart Surgery, SBRT
The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), Abuja, has completed its first open-heart surgery and delivered West Africa’s first Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) for lung cancer.
The African Export-Import Bank…
Global Leaders Unite To Combat Noncommunicable Diseases, Mental Health
World leaders at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) have adopted a global declaration to combat noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health challenges through an integrated approach.
The move followed the outcome…