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Ms Ojeahere said it typically occurs two to eight weeks after giving birth, but can last up to a year...

According to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Nigeria currently has the world’s highest number of unvaccinated children.

She said other symptoms include sleep disturbance, appetite changes, feelings of worthlessness, difficulty concentrating, and in some cases, suicidal thoughts.

In Nigeria, skin cancer is the 6th most common type of cancer, and about 65,258 new cases of skin cancer...

According to Mr Aderinto, a stroke occurs when part of the brain is deprived of adequate blood supply, either through...

Studies show that about 45 per cent of men think they have a small penis, despite research confirming that the...

Health experts warn that poor nutrition is a major contributor to chronic diseases in Nigeria, including hypertension, diabetes, and heart...

Glaucoma is an eye condition in which the optic nerve is progressively and irreversibly damaged, resulting in loss of peripheral...

Experts warn that delayed diagnosis often leads to severe complications, including nerve damage, kidney disease, and cardiovascular issues.

The study added that over 575,000 cases occur annually in sub-Saharan Africa, primarily affecting children under five

He noted that within Nigeria’s economic realities, health workers are among the best-paid professionals.

Mr Audu noted that while the policy alone would “not be enough” to address all challenges in the health sector,...

Nigeria recorded 214 confirmed Lassa fever cases and 39 deaths between 30 December 2024 and 19 January 2025.

Skin cancer is becoming an increasingly significant health concern, especially among persons with albinism (PWAs)

The partly constructed building now stands as a monument to broken promises, its walls overtaken by weeds and part of...

Nigerian doctors downed tools to protest insecurity while the country also announced a new major health policy.

In this report by Misbah Khan, The Bureau of Investigative Journalism (TBIJ) reports on the global antimicrobial resistance crisis, uncovering...

The latest development comes amidst the ongoing debates surrounding Mr Biden’s mental acuity and physical condition ahead of the November...

Accessing care can be a life-threatening ordeal, especially for people in the rural areas of Benue State where the burden...

Health experts said when menstrual disorders are poorly managed, the health risk can be very dangerous.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has published the first global guidelines to prevent bloodstream and other infections caused by use...

With many mothers delivering their babies either at home or primary healthcare centres (PHCs), it is an undeniable fact that...

When left untreated, Noma kills between 70 and 90 per cent of those affected, while survivors are left with varying...

Despite government policies and interventions as enumerated by the state's health commissioner, Tomi Coker, PHCs face challenges in service delivery...