The Federal Government has approved a 50% subsidy on electricity consumption for hospitals across the country, a move aimed at reducing operational costs and alleviating the financial burden on patients. This development was announced on Thursday following a commitment made by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, to subsidize electricity… Continue reading
The Ogun State Government has confirmed the outbreak of cholera which has claimed the life of a 62-year-old woman with five persons hospitalised. The Ogun State Commissioner for Health, Tomi Coker, said the incident happened in Ijebu Igbo, Ijebu North Local Government Area. The incident occurred four days ago. A… Continue reading
A consultant neurologist at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Dr. Temitope Farombi has restated her commitment to revolutionising the health sector through the OHEALTH project. Dr. Farombi, who is the Chief Executive Officer of Online Health Company (OHEALTH) stated this in an interview with journalists in Ibadan. The founder… Continue reading
A total of 31,000 people are said to be living with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in Osun State. This was disclosed by Excellence Community Education Welfare Scheme (ECEWS), a non-governmental organisation that promotes access to qualitative healthcare. ECEWS partners with the state government to provide treatment and sensitise people… Continue reading
The Oyo State Government, has shut six health facilities across the state over quackery. The six health facilities sealed committed various offenses, including recruitment of unqualified personnel to provide medical services and engage in illicit practices. Speaking during an inspection and monitoring exercise held within the Ibadan metropolis, the State… Continue reading
The Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), have described the ban on sachet alcoholic drinks as an anti-people policy which according to them is targeted at killing local manufacturing companies in the country. The labour unions argued that the policy would further worsen the economic hardship… Continue reading
The Chief Medical Director (CMD), University College Hospital (UCH), Prof. Jesse Otegbayo, and a Consultant Neurologist in the hospital, Dr. Temitope Farombi, have called on the federal government to formulate policies and build infrastructure to ensure the digitalisation of healthcare in the country. The duo made the call during the… Continue reading
If men want to stay healthy as they get older, they need to take better care of their prostate and private region. Because they are crucial to a man’s ability to engage in intimate behavior and produce urine, these organs should be kept in tip-top shape for optimal health. Although… Continue reading
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has unveiled a list of adulterated wines and drinks in circulation, even as it has enlightened Nigerians on steps to verify the original products. This include the manufacturing of all kinds of adulterated products especially different kinds of wine… Continue reading
UNICEF solicits Olubadan support towards protection of children rights, others