Nigerian Nurse Breaks Ground as Health Minister and Deputy Premier in Canada

Uzoma Chioma Asagwara, a nurse originally from Abia State, Nigeria, has been sworn in as the new Health Minister and Deputy Premier of the Province of Manitoba in Canada. This appointment marks a significant milestone in her remarkable career and also represents a historic moment, as she becomes the first black individual to hold this […]

President of the pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), Professor Cyril Usifoh, has emphasised the importance of bridging existing gaps in the Nigerian health sector, as such is critical to optimal healthcare delivery and international best practice. He made the remark at the weekend, during a media briefing to herald the forthcoming 96th national conference of […]

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) says breast cancer, like any other cancer, is a medical condition and not the result of supernatural causes or demonic influences. Dr. Felix Archibong, Chairman of the Cross River State Chapter of NMA, made this statement during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Calabar as part of […]

The Coordinating Ministry of Health and Social Welfare in Nigeria has partnered with the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) and the Nigeria Center for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) to organize a Media Orientation Meeting on the Diphtheria Outbreak Response in the country. The one-day workshop, supported by the United Nations Children’s Fund […]

The National Blood Service Commission (NBSC) is seeking to collaborate with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) for the regulation of blood-related establishments. Dr. Eneye Suberu, the Acting Director-General of the Commission, expressed this during a courtesy visit to the council’s offices in Abuja. The purpose of the visit was to convey appreciation […]

Nigeria has received recognition from the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a leader in health innovation and pandemic preparedness across the continent. Dr. Jean Kaseya, Director-General of Africa CDC, made this acknowledgment during his visit to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) in Abuja. The visit aimed to […]

The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to launch the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine on October 24, aimed at protecting young girls from the virus, a primary cause of cervical cancer. Dr. Uche Nwokwu, acting Director of Clinical Services at the National Institute for Cancer Research and Treatment (NICRAT), has strongly denied the spread […]

In a motion titled “Call on the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) to cover vulnerable Nigerians,” the House of Representatives in Nigeria has urged President Bola Tinubu to allocate a portion of the savings generated from the removal of fuel subsidies to fund healthcare services for vulnerable populations. Presented by Rep. Bashiru Dawodu (APC-Lagos) during […]

Professor Oparah delved into the value of collaborative care, describing the medication therapy management process and how it can be enhanced through the integration of Point of Care Testing. He emphasised a healthcare delivery model that emphasises outcomes-based payment, where healthcare providers are compensated based on patient health outcomes, thus highlighting the need to improve healthcare value.

Pharm Madehin, who has already served as the National Treasurer of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) for the past three years, has decided to run for the post of National Secretary, driven by his deep commitment to contributing more effectively to the profession. He is confidence in his capacity to continue making valuable contributions […]