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At least, 20 healthcare workers have been infected as Nigeria battles a worsening Lassa fever outbreak, with 118 deaths recorded in the first quarter of 2025, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says. …

The House of Representatives has mandated the Federal Ministry of Health, the National Primary Healthcare Development Agency, NPHCDA, and the NCDC to intensify diphtheria vaccination and awareness campaigns in schools across the country to…

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed a new case of Lassa fever in a 31-year-old physician who had recently travelled to the United Kingdom. NCDC Director-General, Dr Jide Idris, disclosed this in an…

In response to heightened global concerns about Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued a public health advisory to strengthen awareness, preparedness, and preventive measures.…

The Director of Health and Care at the Nigerian Red Cross on Mpox, Dr. Mannir Jega, has confirmed 108 cases of Mpox, spanning 27 states in the country to date. READ ALSO:African continent receives first monkey pox vaccines…

In line with the commitment to enhancing Nigeria's preparedness and response to epidemic-prone diseases and public health challenges, the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, with the Nigeria Center for Disease Control NCDC has…

The Nigerian Government has approved N12.9 billion for four key health agencies to enhance healthcare delivery in the country. The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), National Primary Healthcare Development Agency (NPHCDA),…

The Nigerian government has listed steps to be taken to deal with the health challenges posed by antimicrobial resistance, which causes about 1.27 million deaths and is associated with additional 3.7 million deaths globally. READ…

The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) has restated its commitment to improving vaccination coverage. READ ALSO:Nigeria achieves 70% COVID-19 vaccination target – NPHCDA The Executive Director, Dr Muyi…

Georgetown University, with funding from the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US-CDC), is set to launch the Public Health Emergency Preparedness, Response & Recovery (PHEPRR) fellowship. This is a…