Health Matters
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Ebola Alert: NCDC Places Nigeria on High Alert, Urges Parents to Watch Children Closely
Nigeria has been placed on high alert following the ongoing Ebola virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the…
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Global Focus of the Week: What Parents Should Know About the Food Their Children Eat
There is more to a child’s health than just having enough food on the table. Children’s eating habits, the frequency…
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Bangladesh Measles Outbreak Kills More Than 1,000 Children as Cases Continue to Rise
More than 1,000 children have died in Bangladesh’s worst measles outbreak in decades, with health authorities reporting thousands of new…
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Nigeria’s Maternal Health Crisis Puts Newborn Lives at Risk
Thousands of babies in Nigeria may face greater risks from complications during childbirth as many expectant mothers continue to struggle…
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Nigeria Rolls Out 215,000 MAMA Kits as FG Intensifies Push to Protect Mothers and Newborns
The Federal Government has handed out 215,000 MAMA kits, 40,000 maternal food-support packs and 40,000 newborn clothing sets to help…
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767 Million Children Exposed to Second-Hand Smoke Globally as Study Warns of Serious Health Risks
More than 767 million children under 15 were exposed to second-hand smoke globally in 2023, according to a new study…
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Spain Moves to Fund Egg Freezing for Female Footballers in Major Push to Support Athletes and Future Motherhood
The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has announced a new programme to support female footballers and referees with their fertility,…
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Bangladesh Measles Crisis: Over 1,000 Children Dead as Vaccination Gaps Fuel Deadliest Outbreak in Decades
In Bangladesh, over 1,000 children have already lost their lives to measles since March, with millions of children still at…
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Diphtheria Outbreak: Plateau Deploys Emergency Medical Supplies as Schools Shut Down
The Plateau State Government has stepped up its response to a diphtheria outbreak by deploying medicines and other medical supplies…
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Parents Allowed to Keep Children Home Amid Malaysia Haze Health Concerns
Parents in Malaysia can choose to keep their children at home if they are concerned about the health effects of…
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