diabetes
26 Oct
The Federal Government has launched a free medical outreach in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to screen residents for hypertension and diabetes. The project being championed by the Health Promotion Division (HPD) of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, is aimed at promoting early detection, prevention, and management of cardiometabolic diseases. Speaking during…
25 Oct
The Lagos State Government has launched a state-wide screening and public enlightenment campaign on hypertension and diabetes. The health campaign is tagged, “Know Your Numbers and Control Your Numbers”. The campaign will run from Oct. 28 to Nov. 2 at the state’s 300 primary healthcare centres and 30 general hospitals. Lagos State Commissioner for Health,…
17 Oct
The Nigerian Health Commissioners Forum (NHCF) has announced plans to screen 10 million Nigerians to combat the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension and diabetes.
12 Oct
Lagos Pacific Lions Club recently organised a free diabetes screening at Alade Market, Ikeja, Lagos, with diabetic patients given free drugs.
26 Jun 2024
Maintaining heart health and managing diabetes are critical issues worldwide, and Nigeria is no exception. According to the World Health Organization, non-communicable diseases, including heart disease and diabetes, are on the rise in Nigeria, accounting for 29% of all deaths. Regular physical activity is essential in preventing these conditions. This trend, highlighted by the World…
4 Jun 2024
Persons living with diabetes in Nigeria complained on Tuesday of the effect of the nationwide indefinite strike called by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress. The strike, which began at midnight on Monday June 3, over a new minimum wage, has been total as offices, schools, airports and fuel stations have all…
19 May 2024
Health experts have warned that excess adiposity is the most challenging risk factor for diabetes, and thus, maintaining a healthy body weight and avoiding weight gain during adulthood is cornerstone of diabetes prevention.
6 Mar 2024
A narrative review conducted by Shammah Omololu, a PhD candidate and Research Coordinator at the University of Cincinnati, College of Nursing, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, has shed light on the crucial role of self-management in diabetes care. The review aimed to identify ways individuals with diabetes adhere to self-management recommendations to achieve optimal glycemic control and…
2 Mar 2024
As part of efforts aimed at giving back to the community, a non-governmental organisation, Oni Na Foundation, has reiterated its commitment to tackle diabetes and mental health issues through empowering, awareness, prevention and management.
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The Jigawa State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC), says it has recovered N300 million embezzled funds in the last six months. Its Chairman, Mr. Salisu Abdu told journalists in Dutse on Wednesday, that the agency received and resolved 200 complaints since inception in 2022. “We have dual functions of attending to public complaints and…
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The Police Command in Akwa Ibom, on Wednesday, confirmed the death of a youth in a crisis that erupted in Ette, Ikot Abasi Local Government Area of the state. DSP Timfon John, the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), made the confirmation in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ikot Abasi.…
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The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) assisted Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprises in the Niger Delta (LIFE-ND) has continued with inauguration of agricultural enhancement projects in communities in Delta. The initiative which is a tripartite programme of the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN), Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)…
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The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the All-Progressives Congress (APC), at its meeting on Wednesday in Abuja, passed a vote of confidence in President Bola Tinubu. The motion was moved by Gov. Hope Uzodinma of Imo and seconded by Sen. Adams Oshihomole, a former APC National Chairman and one time Edo governor. The News Agency…
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Mr. Jubreel Abdulkareem, Member, Lagos State House of Assembly, has promised scholarship for exceptional students in his constituency – Agege II – to encourage more youths to acquire tertiary education. Abdulkareem made the promise on Wednesday at his constituency office, Agege, where he empowered 600 widows and other less privileges individuals with food palliatives and…
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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Wednesday, sensitised stakeholders on detecting substandard and falsified medical products in the Northwest Zone. Its Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, said the agency introduced GreenBook, Traceability Project, and Pediatric Policy to combat counterfeit medical products. Adeyeye, represented by Mr. Bitrus Fraden, NAFDAC’s Director of…
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Many stakeholders present at the public hearing on the Tax Reform Bills currently before the National Assembly on Wednesday expressed support for the passage of the bills but raised concerns about certain aspects of the proposed legislation. The public hearing on the bills was organized by the House Special Committee on Tax Reform Bills, headed…
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The Lagos State House of Assembly has condemned the unauthorised and forceful entry of the suspended Clerk, Mr. Olalekan Onafeko, into the Assembly premises following the announcement of his suspension on the floor of the House by a two-thirds majority of the members. According to the Chief Security Officer, Kushoro Idowu, Onafeko arrived with unknown…
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has raised concerns over organised foreign fraud syndicates recruiting young Nigerians and using cryptocurrency to facilitate illegal arms importation. EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede made the disclosure in Abuja while addressing participants of the Executive Intelligence Management Course at the National Institute for Security Studies. He revealed that the…
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Civil rights activist and former lawmaker in the National Assembly, Senator Shehu Sani, has again criticised the immediate past Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, following his allegations that President Bola Tinubu changed his mind about making him a minister after begging him publicly to be part of his administration. Specifically, in an interview with…