21 States to Commence Phase II of HPV Vaccination on May 27
Twenty-one states in Nigeria will commence Phase II of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination exercise on May 27, 2024. This was announced in a communiqué from the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) meeting held on Wednesday in Abuja. According to the communiqué signed by the Chairman, Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman […]
Australian Doctor Richard Scolyer’s Groundbreaking Battle Against Glioblastoma
Australian doctor Richard Scolyer, renowned for his groundbreaking work on melanoma, has shared promising news a year after receiving a pioneering treatment for glioblastoma. This subtype of brain cancer is notoriously aggressive, with a grim prognosis for most patients. However, Prof Scolyer’s latest MRI scan revealed no signs of tumor recurrence, marking a significant milestone […]
UN Raises Concern as Cholera Cases Surge in Flood-Hit Kenya
Amid the ongoing devastation caused by floods in Kenya, the United Nations on Wednesday has expressed apprehension following a surge in cholera cases reported in flood-stricken areas. The World Health Organization (WHO) revealed that Tana River County in eastern Kenya has witnessed 44 cases of cholera, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis resulting from weeks of relentless […]
The ‘Mpox’ Virus: NYC Health Department Issues Warning
Since last October, the New York City Health Department has observed a significant rise in reported cases of what is now termed the ‘Mpox’ virus. Additionally, authorities are cautioning the public about a more potent strain of the virus originating from the Congo, which has the potential to escalate locally. The demographic most affected by […]
CDC Identifies First Documented Cases of HIV Transmission via Cosmetic Needles
Federal health officials have identified three women who contracted HIV after undergoing “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed medical spa in New Mexico, marking the first documented cases of HIV transmission through a cosmetic procedure involving needles. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an investigation spanning from 2018 to 2023 revealed […]
Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized After New York Conviction Overturned
Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced movie mogul, has been hospitalized shortly after his 2020 rape conviction in New York was overturned, as confirmed by his lawyer, Arthur Aidala. According to Aidala, Weinstein was transferred to a Manhattan hospital on Friday due to significant health concerns. Despite the overturning of his New York conviction, Weinstein remains incarcerated […]
Baby Girl Injured in Sydney Stabbing Attack Discharged
A baby girl injured in the stabbing attack at a Sydney mall has been discharged from the hospital. The nine-month-old daughter of Ashlee Good, who tragically died while shielding her, will continue to receive ongoing care from clinicians, according to a health official. The baby underwent surgery at Sydney Children’s Hospital after sustaining chest and […]
Nigeria Introduces Revolutionary Meningitis Vaccine, First in the World
Nigeria has made history by becoming the first country in the world to introduce a groundbreaking meningitis vaccine recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), marking a significant milestone in global healthcare. The new meningitis vaccine (called Men5CV), offers comprehensive protection against the five major strains of meningococcal bacteria (A, C, W, Y, and X) […]
Tinubu Urges Gavi to Partner with Nigerian Vaccine Manufacturers
President Bola Tinubu has called upon Gavi, the vaccine alliance, to partner with potential Nigerian vaccine manufacturers. This appeal was made during a meeting held at the State House in Abuja on Thursday, where President Tinubu engaged with a delegation from Gavi led by its Chief Executive Officer, Sania Nishtar. Highlighting the critical importance of […]
Gaza hospital in ruins after two-week Israeli raid
Israel’s military says it has pulled out of al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City after a two-week military operation that has destroyed much of the hospital complex. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), troops “killed terrorists” and found “numerous weapons and intelligence documents” in the area. The raid happened after Israel said it had intelligence […]
