Bolsonaro Discharged from Hospital After Cancer Diagnosis Amid Legal Turmoil
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was discharged on Wednesday from DF Star Hospital in the capital after being admitted the previous day for vomiting, dizziness, and low blood pressure, according to a statement from the medical facility. Doctors confirmed that the 69-year-old’s condition had improved but emphasized that he will require ongoing follow-up care. The […]
Resident Doctors Suspend Five-Day Warning Strike, Resume Work Today
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its five-day warning strike, which began on Friday and left public hospitals struggling with limited staff attending to overwhelming patient numbers. NARD President, Dr. Tope Osundare, announced the suspension on Saturday night, saying the decision was taken as a gesture of goodwill to ease the plight […]
Gov. Hochul to Sign Executive Order Expanding COVID Vaccine Access Through Pharmacists
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that she will sign an executive order allowing pharmacists to both prescribe and administer COVID-19 vaccines, a move aimed at expanding access amid ongoing political and regulatory uncertainty. The decision follows a tense Senate Finance Committee hearing earlier in the day where Health and Human Services Secretary Robert […]
Two U.S. Hospitals to End Key Pediatric Gender-Affirming Care Services Amid Policy Shift
Two major U.S. hospital systems have announced they will be scaling back or halting some pediatric gender-affirming care services by the end of the month, citing evolving legal and regulatory challenges. Kaiser Permanente, which operates 40 hospitals across several states including California, Oregon, and Virginia, will pause gender-related surgeries for patients under the age of […]
Bangladesh Faces Alarming Surge in Dengue Cases, Experts Warn August Could Bring Worst Outbreak Yet
Bangladesh is grappling with a sharp rise in dengue infections and deaths, with health experts warning that August could mark the start of an even deadlier phase of the mosquito-borne disease unless urgent action is taken. Government figures show that dengue has claimed 101 lives and sickened 24,183 people so far this year. The surge […]
Doctors Maintain 21-Day Ultimatum Amid Ongoing Talks with FG
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) and its affiliate bodies have reaffirmed their 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, warning of a potential nationwide strike if their longstanding demands are not met. However, they acknowledged that ongoing negotiations have offered a glimmer of hope for a peaceful resolution. Speaking with The Nation, NMA President, Prof. Bala Audu, confirmed that while the ultimatum still stands, the association […]
Nurses Suspend Nationwide Strike as FG Agrees to Demands
The National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has suspended its seven-day nationwide warning strike, following an agreement reached with the Federal Government during a virtual National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Saturday. The announcement was made in a circular signed by the association’s National President, Haruna Mamman, and General Secretary, T.A. Shettima, who confirmed that the strike […]
FG Promises Health Sector Reforms, Central Nurse Posting
The Federal Government has assured Nigerian health workers that their long-standing welfare concerns are being addressed through ongoing negotiations, urging them to remain committed to serving the public in good faith. Speaking to journalists after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, […]
Lagos Doctors Begin 3-Day Strike Over ‘Illegal’ Deductions, Threaten Indefinite Action
Medical doctors employed by the Lagos State Government have declared a three-day warning strike over what they described as “illegal and disrespectful” salary deductions, warning that a full-blown industrial action could follow if their demands are not met. Under the umbrella of the Medical Guild, the doctors announced that the strike will commence at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, July 28, 2025, […]
President Trump Diagnosed with Common Circulatory Condition Following Visible Swelling and Bruising
President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency following recent concerns over visible bruising on his hand and swelling in his legs, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed Thursday. Leavitt said the president reported “mild swelling in his lower legs,” prompting a medical evaluation by the White House team. Following a comprehensive […]
