Medical news nigeria

Here are some recent medical news from Nigeria:

  1. Nigeria Launches Malaria Vaccine: Nigeria has launched the world's first malaria vaccine, RTS,S, in three states, including Ekiti, Ogun, and Osun. The vaccine is designed to protect children under the age of five from severe malaria. (Source: Vanguard News)
  2. Newborn Screening Program Launched in Lagos: The Lagos State Government has launched a newborn screening program to detect congenital disorders in newborn babies. The program aims to reduce infant mortality and improve healthcare outcomes. (Source: The Guardian Nigeria)
  3. Nigeria Records Highest Number of COVID-19 Cases in Africa: Nigeria has recorded the highest number of COVID-19 cases in Africa, with over 160,000 confirmed cases and over 2,000 deaths. The country is working to increase testing and vaccination efforts to combat the spread of the virus. (Source: Premium Times)
  4. New Medical School Opens in Abuja: The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has opened a new medical school in Abuja, which will offer undergraduate and postgraduate programs in medicine. The school aims to increase the number of medical professionals in Nigeria. (Source: This Day Live)
  5. Nigeria to Launch National Cancer Control Program: The Nigerian government is launching a national cancer control program to reduce the incidence of cancer in the country. The program will focus on early detection, treatment, and prevention of cancer. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
  6. Newborn Care Center Opens in Kano: A new newborn care center has opened in Kano, which will provide free medical care to newborn babies and their mothers. The center is equipped with modern facilities and staffed by trained healthcare professionals. (Source: Daily Trust)
  7. Nigeria to Introduce Electronic Health Records: The Nigerian government is introducing electronic health records (EHRs) to improve healthcare delivery and reduce medical errors. The EHR system will be implemented in hospitals across the country. (Source: The Punch)
  8. New Medical Device Factory Opens in Lagos: A new medical device factory has opened in Lagos, which will produce medical devices such as syringes, gloves, and surgical instruments. The factory aims to reduce the country's reliance on imported medical devices. (Source: BusinessDay)
  9. Nigeria to Launch National Mental Health Program: The Nigerian government is launching a national mental health program to reduce the incidence of mental health disorders in the country. The program will focus on early detection, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders. (Source: The Nation)
  10. New Hospital Opens in Abuja: A new hospital has opened in Abuja, which will provide specialized medical care to patients. The hospital is equipped with modern facilities and staffed by trained healthcare professionals. (Source: The Guardian Nigeria)

These are just a few examples of recent medical news from Nigeria.