Health

May
10
2024
By Amos Oge Kalu
Malaria Advocacy: Dr Olugu Ukpai Recognized By Canada’s Red Chamber

Malaria Advocacy: Dr Olugu Ukpai Recognized By Canada’s Red Chamber

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCb2kPqZ_cM Ambassador Dr Olugu Ukpai, the CEO and Co-Founder of Challenge AIDS and Malaria in Africa (CHAMA) in May 2024 received a loud ovation at Canada’s top-most legislative chamber. The Senator representing Halifax at Canada's Federal Legislative Red Chamber, eloquently recognized the unwavering malaria advocacy of Dr Olugu Ukpai and the entire global Malaria Warriors and saluted their commitment to ending malaria. Below are excerpts from Mr Speaker's statement on Dr Olugu Ukpai on the floors of the Red Chamber: Hon Andy Fillmore and Olugu Ukpai "April marks World Malaria Month.Malaria continues to cause ravages all around the world and,…
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Mar
07
2024
By David Okoye
Nigeria to Receive MenFive Vaccine for Meningitis Outbreaks

Nigeria to Receive MenFive Vaccine for Meningitis Outbreaks

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Nigeria is set to receive the groundbreaking MenFive vaccine, making it the first country to combat meningitis outbreaks with this new vaccine. The MenFive vaccine, developed through a 13-year collaboration between PATH and the Serum Institute of India, with support from the UK Government, targets five main strains of meningococcal meningitis, including the elusive serogroup X. The vaccine shows promise in addressing the current meningococcus C outbreak in Nigeria, offering vital protection against a range of meningitis strains prevalent in Africa. GAVI, the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunizations, highlights the significance of innovations like MenFive in combating infectious diseases…
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Mar
04
2024
By David Okoye
Oyo Health Professionals Commence Seven-Day Strike Over Unmet Demands

Oyo Health Professionals Commence Seven-Day Strike Over Unmet Demands

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The Nigerian Union of Allied Health Professionals in Oyo State Hospitals Management Board has initiated a seven-day warning strike to push for their demands. Unit chairman Olanrewaju Ajani announced the strike, which began on Monday, following the expiration of an ultimatum issued to the state government on February 23. Ajani stated that the union's demands, which have been pending for an extended period, have not received adequate attention from the state government. The strike, effective from February 26 to March 4, aims to compel the government to address these longstanding grievances. Members of the union in hospitals and health facilities…
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Feb
29
2024
By David Okoye
Nigerian Lawmakers Propose Mandatory Drug Testing for Secondary School Students

Nigerian Lawmakers Propose Mandatory Drug Testing for Secondary School Students

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The House of Representatives has passed a motion calling for the introduction of mandatory drug testing for secondary school students across Nigeria. Initiated by Moshood Oshun (APC-Lagos), the motion highlights adolescence as a critical period susceptible to various influences, including experimental curiosity and peer pressure. Oshun emphasized the importance of youth in national development and expressed concern over the rising prevalence of substance abuse among them. Citing studies, he noted that one in every four students aged 15 to 19 in Nigeria engages in substance abuse, with codeine-containing syrup and tramadol being the most commonly abused drugs. The motion advocates…
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