Tag: Health

Nigeria Issues Cholera Warning as Rainy Season Approaches Nigeria’s Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued a public health alert, warning of a potential surge in cholera cases during the upcoming rainy season. The agency’s concern stems from the confluence of endemic cholera, predicted flooding, and limited access to clean water and sanitation in many communities. Director General of the NCDC, Dr. Jide Idris, announced the alert at a press briefing in Abuja. He highlighted that cholera, a highly contagious bacterial infection, remains a persistent problem in Nigeria,…

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Bill Gates Advocates for AI’s Transformative Role in Health, Education, and Agriculture During Indonesia Visit Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates emphasized the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize global challenges in health, education, and agriculture during a high-profile meeting with Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto. The discussion, held in Jakarta, underscored Gates’ optimism about AI’s ability to drive innovation and address pressing worldwide issues. Gates, known for his extensive philanthropic work through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, met with President Subianto on Wednesday to discuss collaborative efforts in…

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NIGER STATE GOVERNMENT TO SUPPORT 2,000 MEDICAL STUDENTS TO STUDY MEDICAL RELATED COURSES IN NIGERIAN INSTITUTIONS. Niger State Government is to support 2,000 students to study medical related courses across health institutions in the Country. Farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago disclosed this when he received the management team of a private Medical Institution, Mercy Medical University, Iwo, Osun State on a courtesy visit at the Government House Minna. The farmer Governor said his administration is not relenting in its efforts to improve the health sector in the State, hence, its decision…

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Royal Support Boosts UNICEF’s Fight Against Polio in Bauchi State In a significant boost to public health efforts, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has announced a major breakthrough in its campaign against polio and other deadly childhood diseases in Bauchi State. The international organization has successfully garnered the strong support of traditional rulers across the state, a move hailed as crucial for enhancing community engagement and uptake of vital immunization programs. Recognizing the immense influence and respect traditional leaders command within their communities, UNICEF strategically engaged with these custodians…

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