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World Cup Qatar 2022: Sport for Health Conference to highlight health benefits of sports
The Qatar 2022TM and partners at the World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) in Qatar are hosting a Sport for…
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Pakistan on verge of health disaster after record floods, WHO warns
Pakistan is on the verge of a public health disaster after record flooding, the UN health agency warned as millions…
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WHO unveils initiative to halt spread of invasive malaria vector in Africa
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at stopping the spread of an invasive mosquito species,…
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Medication errors kill 3m annually, WHO cries out
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says medication errors contribute to more than three million deaths globally every year. Its Regional…
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700,000 people commit suicide annually–WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says more than 700,000 people commit suicide globally every year with 77 per cent of…
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Economic hardship affects mental health- Expert
A consultant Neuro-psychiatrist, Dr Jimoh Adejumo, says economic hardship could affect mental health among Nigerians. Adejumo, who works with the…
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WHO says traditional medicine key to easing Africa’s disease burden
African countries should harness traditional medicine that has proved effective in the management and cure of ailments afflicting the continent’s…
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Autism in Children: Between empowerment and pity
By Uche Anunne, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Many Africans have misconception about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). More often than…
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Before You Bleach That Skin
Humans have always applied different measures and approaches to enhance their physical appearance. These range from transiting from wearing clothes…
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Buhari inaugurates Nigeria End Malaria Council, appoints Dangote as Chairman
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday in Abuja inaugurated a 16-member Nigeria End Malaria Council (NEMC), with Alhaji Aliko Dangote as…
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