Chinese scientists develop ‘bone glue’ that heals fractures in minutes

Scientists in China have unveiled a groundbreaking “bone glue” that can heal fractures within minutes, cutting down recovery times that would normally take months.         The product,…

Court gives NMA 8 days to confirm Nnamdi Kanu’s health status

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the President of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) to constitute a team of medical doctors to ascertain the…

Cardi B opens up on butt reduction surgery, says she was stuck in bed for 3 months

American rapper Cardi B has revealed that she once went through a butt reduction surgery and the recovery process left her on bed rest for three months.      …

ACPN urges Nigerian government to deem community pharmacies as primary healthcare centres

  The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria, ACPN, has urged the Federal Government to, without wasting further time, recognise community pharmacies as primary healthcare centres. ACPN National Chairman, Ambrose…

NAFDAC Slams Dangerous ‘Azodie’ Additive Used to ‘Red‑Boost’ Palm Oil

  The National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has strongly condemned the practice of adding Azodie to palm oil to enhance its attractiveness by marketers in the…

NAFDAC Director Urges Niger State SMEs to Join New Low‑Risk Food Registration Scheme

  The North Central Zone Director of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, Kenneth Azikwe, has called on stakeholders in Niger State to take advantage…

Governor Otti Vows to Crack Down on Unqualified Traditional Birth Attendants as New Clinics Launch

  Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has functionalised the Okpuhu Nkpa and Umuenyere Alayi Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in Bende LGA, bringing to a total of 42 PHCs so far…

NCDC on High Alert as Ebola Scare Triggers Nationwide Surveillance Boost

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says it has activated heightened surveillance across the country following concerns about possible Ebola virus importation.   In a statement on…

Medical doctor reveals reason elderly woman gave for her high blood pressure after she was hospitalised

A medical doctor has shared an encounter with a patient suffering high blood pressure.   The doctor said he asked the woman why her blood pressure was through the roof…

FG to relocate cattle from Abuja to grazing reserves

The Federal Government has disclosed that it is working with relevant stakeholders to speed up the relocation of cattle from Abuja to designated grazing reserves.       The Minister…