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Zantac heartburn pills are seen in this picture illustration taken October 1, 2019. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/Illustration/File Photo Acquire Licensing Rights. Pharmaceutical giant GSK has announced its settlement of another lawsuit in California concerning its discontinued heartburn drug, Zantac, which was alleged to have caused cancer. While GSK did not disclose the financial terms of the settlement, […]
In a recent legal development, the State High Court in Eket, Akwa Ibom, has handed down sentences in a case involving the theft of hospital beds. The court sentenced Dr. Nwaopara Adolphus Uche, a 39-year-old medical doctor and the Medical Superintendent of Immanuel Psychiatric Hospital, to two years in prison. Dr. Uche was found guilty […]
In a significant move to address the critical shortage of healthcare professionals caused by the mass emigration of skilled workers to developed countries, the Nigerian government has given the green light for the appointment of doctors, nurses, and clinical healthcare workers as contract staff after they have reached their compulsory retirement age or years in […]
In a bold move, nurses at the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan have taken a stand against the non-payment of their uniform allowances for the past four years. Under the umbrella of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), these dedicated healthcare professionals have resumed their duties, wearing mufti instead of their […]
In a busy street of Victoria Island, Lagos, an unexpected encounter took place. Seidu, a diploma holder in Law from Adamawa State, Nigeria, was found hawking drugs, raising eyebrows and questions about the legality and ethics of his trade. Akindele Opeyemi, on a fact finding engagement for National Health Magazine, took the initiative to engage […]
Global Masters Institute (GMI), an educational and consulting company, is on a mission to build capacity in the healthcare sector, focusing on Clinic and Maternity Owners in Oyo State, Nigeria. GMI is the authorised partner of the Skill Development Council Canada, making it a trusted source for quality education and training. During a recent training […]
In a pivotal address on the 63rd Independence Day of Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to democracy, progress, and unity. As both the President and a fellow Nigerian, he highlighted the importance of acknowledging the sacrifices of Nigeria’s founding fathers and the shared responsibility of every citizen in building a prosperous future. […]
As the World Health Organisation has noted during its 2023 World Health Assembly, it is important to provide access to essential diagnostics for over 80% of the African population who currently lack access to testing. Point of care testing means that patients can be tested at the place of care and at the time of […]