Janet Ogundepo

The dangers of secondhand smoke are profound, increasing the risk of heart attacks and lung cancer among non-smokers. Nearly one-third of the adult population is exposed to second-hand smoke, highlighting the need for immediate action.

Stakeholders have urged employers to prioritise employee welfare by promoting physical wellness and providing a conducive work environment to achieve maximum and effective performance.

He stated that a shift in focus to “making babies fat,” created a gap in ensuring babies got adequate and balanced nutrition.

To curb the continuous migration of medical personnel, executives of the Guild of Medical Directors, have advised the government to introduce exchange programmes that would ensure doctors receive adequate training and exposure and render their services back in the country.

3rd December 2024 Stakeholders at the international gathering of biomedical professionals in Lagos State have identified research as the

In the bustling Oshodi area of Lagos, where the hum of commerce fills the air, Mr Idowu Lookman juggles two lives with quiet determination.

To prevent the possible spread of the newly detected XEC COVID-19 variant, virologists and epidemiologists have called on the Federal Government to reintroduce safety protocols such as regular hand washing, social distancing, and wearing of face masks in public places.

Private medical practitioners have stated that due to the current economic situation, many owners of private hospitals would be unable to pay the approved N70,000 minimum wage for their staff.

The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Salako, has said that the newly installed and commissioned Polymerase Chain Reaction laboratory remains a significant milestone in the nation’s journey to strengthening health security and advancing medical research capabilities.

At 6am on Tuesday, the feet of 28-year-old Justin Ikechukwu (name changed to protect his identity) and his elderly father, were the first few feet that trod the Dialysis Centre at the General Hospital, Gbagada, Lagos State.