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Kano deploys 4,400 youths to preach hygiene

No less than 4,400 youths have so far been engaged in Kano State to embark on a house-to-house campaign to ensure behavioural change on handwashing and best hygiene practices to combat the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in the state.

South Africa rejects Russian Sputnik COVID-19 vaccine over HIV fears

South Africa’s health products regulator on Monday said it would not approve Russia’s Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine due to concerns it could increase the risk of HIV infection among men.

Group urges better practice environment for women in pharmaceutical sciences

A toolkit to improve practice environments for women in pharmaceutical science and pharmacy education has been released by the International Pharmaceutical Federation.

Untreated mumps infection can cause infertility in men – physician

A public health expert, Dr. Tunji Akintade has warned that complications from untreated mumps infection can cause infertility in men, noting that those who have the viral infection should always ensure they seek proper treatment.

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Resident Doctors Suspend Strike After Deal With Federal Government

The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has announced the suspension of its planned strike following an agreement with the Federal Government over key issues affecting doctors’ welfare. The decision came after an emergency meeting of the association’s National Executive Council (NEC), where members assessed commitments made by government representatives...

Plateau Protest Disrupts Funeral As Arrested Youths Are Released

A protest on Tuesday interrupted the funeral of victims of the recent attack on Angwan Rukuba community in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, following outrage over the arrest of three youths by security operatives. The disruption occurred during a mass funeral service held at the ECWA...

Clarus In New Masquerade Movie, Davis Ofor Dies At 85

Veteran Nigerian actor Davis Ofor, widely known for his role as Clarus in the classic 1980s sitcom New Masquerade, has passed away at the age of 85. The news of his death was confirmed on Tuesday by fellow Nollywood actor Tony Akposheri in a post shared on Instagram. Akposheri expressed deep shock and...