The World Cancer Day is commemorated February 4th of every year. Nigeria’s health ministry held a press briefing commemorating the 2024 edition on February 6. The briefing highlighted steps the Nigerian government had taken and is planning to take to combat cancer in the country. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Thursday, February 1, 2024, visited the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Oyo State, on a familiarisation visit. During the visit, he commended the hospital’s management under the leadership of Prof. Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo. Dr. Alausa, accompanied by … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has set up a committee to address the issue of accumulated waiver request for employment of health workers in the various hospitals across the country to improve healthcare delivery. Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made this known when he paid a … Read more
Alausa reveals effort to address organ trafficking trade in FCT. He disclosed the move to establish organ donation centres across the country. Alausa charged citizens to consider the health risks and repercussions of illegal organ harvesting. Eko Hot Blog reports that Dr. Tunji Alausa, the Minister for State Health and Social Welfare, has reaffirmed the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports the Nasarawa State Commissioner for Health, Dr Gaza Gwamna, announced that over 400,000 individuals, including children and adults, have received complete treatment for schistosomiasis in the state during the year 2023. Dr Gwamna made this revelation during a press briefing held in Lafia to commemorate the 2024 World Neglected Tropical Diseases … Read more
Ogboye reiterated Lagos Government’s commitment to improving access to quality eye care services and preventing avoidable blindness. Yu applauded the State Government for its support in the success of the free eye surgical outreach programme. Temitope appreciated the timely and cost-free operation facilitated by the Lagos State Government and the Chinese Consulate. Eko Hot Blog … Read more
Dr. Alausa reveals that the healthcare sector did not adequately serve the population prior to Tinubu’s emergence. He disclosed that there are effort to leverage on our large population to increase health personnel. Alausa reveals plan to address the high cost of medical consumables. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Honourable Minister for State Health … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has inaugurated the National Health Research Ethic Committee to regulate health research and ensure that it meets all ethical criteria as part of the Ministry of Health’s four point agenda. The Director of Information in the Ministry of Health, Deworitshe Patricia, disclosed the development in a statement. … Read more
Sanwo-Olu Inaugurates Iwosan Lagoon Hospital In VI. He lauded the hospital as a state of art establishment with various services rendered. Sanwo-Olu expressed his commitment to support ING private enterprises. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commissioned the Iwosan Lagoon Hospital, Victoria Island, Lagos. EDITOR’S PICKS Workers Boo Ondo … Read more
Rev Fashiku gave an insightful description of Late Helen Smith’s nature. Members of Late Smith’s alma mater, Molusi College set 1969/73 paid tribute to her. The children of the Late Smith gave thanksgiving in celebration of the life of their mother. Eko Hot Blog reports that the funeral service of the Late Reverend Helen Omotunde … Read more
Mrs Hamzat appreciated the Maternal and Child Centre (MCC), Epe, for their unwavering support. She expressed the challenges of being a mother to a premature baby. Mrs Hamzat advised expectant mothers to register at any MCC close to them to benefit from what the Lagos State government has provided. Eko Hot Blog reports that … Read more
Raji grieves over loss of matriarch. He shares the supportive nature of late Alhaja Amoke. Members of the community commiserate with the deceased family. Eko Hot Blog reports that Hon. Wale Raji, the member representing Epe Federal Constituency, has lost his Matriarch, Alhaja Ramotallah Amoke. EDITOR’S PICKS Breaking: FG Increases Charges Against Emefiele From … Read more
Alausa says President Tinubu is committed to the development of healthcare system. Alausa Inaugurates National Health Research Committee to foresee the improvement in medical research in Nigeria Alausa pledges increased enrollment of nurses nationwide before the year ends Eko Hot Blog reports that in a recent event at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Thursday, January 4, 2024, took a tour of the Mainland General Hospital, formerly Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH), Yaba, Lagos State. The tour was reportedly driven by a desire to witness the nerve center of Lagos State’s COVID … Read more
By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Tunji Alausa, has commissioned a fully equipped clinical building with In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Centre at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Ebute Metta, Lagos State. The commissioning of the clinical building took place on Thursday, January 4, … Read more
By Babawale Solomon Eko Hot Blog reports that the Minister for State Health and Social Welfare, Dr Tunji Alausa, has inaugurated the National Health Research Committee. The minister inaugurated the committee at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) in Yaba, Lagos, on Thursday, January 4, 2024. The event commenced with the introduction of officials, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State University of Health and Medical Sciences, a brainchild of Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has launched. According to a statement issued by the minister’s office on Wednesday, the launch is part of a comprehensive set of initiatives that he planned. Lagos … Read more
Tiger nuts, often overlooked, pack a powerful punch when it comes to health benefits. These small tubers offer a variety of advantages, addressing several health concerns. Let’s delve into the significant reasons why incorporating tiger nuts into your diet can be beneficial for your well-being. 1. Digestive Issues: Rich in dietary fiber, tiger nuts aid … Read more
Last weekend, a video of officials of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) uncovering illegal beverage factories in Abia State went viral on social media. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1CMwLarGjP/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Martins Iluyomade, NAFDAC’s director of the southeast zone, said the suspects, occupying over 240 shops at the Cemetery market, sold products often produced … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) is facing a new challenge as counterfeit drugs have flooded the market in recent weeks. The menace of fake and substandard drugs comes amid the recent spike in the cost of pharmaceutical products nationwide. According to Guardian, perception from health … Read more