Tag: malaria
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95% of fevers in Lagos not malaria – Commissioner
Data now shows an astounding 95 out of every 100 fevers experienced in Lagos are not caused by malaria, the Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi says.
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Kogi govt earmarks N4bn for malaria prevention
The Kogi Government says it has earmarked over Four Billion Naira (N4 billion) for Malaria prevention across healthcare systems in the state.
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NAFDAC alerts Nigerians to counterfeit malaria drug
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted the public to the sales and distribution of counterfeit Paludex tablets and suspensions across Nigeria.
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NAFDAC alerts Nigerians to fake popular malaria medication
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians to a fake popular malaria medication currently in circulation in the market.
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One in five malaria deaths globally occurs in Nigeria’ – Daniel Gbue
The Media and communications specialist of the Global Fund project of the Society for Family Health (SFH), Daniel Gbue, has disclosed that one out of five deaths from malaria globally occurs in Nigeria,
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World Malaria Day: Warri residents, environs get malaria free treatments, insecticide, treated nets
Over five hundred persons in Warri on Wednesday 15th May 2024 benefited from the free Malaria treatment put together by Gilbert Hill Resources Limited supported by the Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC and the Delta State Ministry of Health. The aim of the organizers Gilbert Hill Resources Limited, Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC and…
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Cameroon rolls out world’s 1st malaria vaccine
Cameroon launched the world’s first routine vaccine programme against malaria on Monday. It is one of 20 African countries planning to introduce the drug this year, according to global vaccine alliance Gavi.
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Malaria outbreak in the US after two decades raises concerns
Health officials in the United States have issued a warning following the identification of five cases of malaria in Florida and Texas, involving individuals with no recent travel history overseas. This development has sparked concerns about the potential for local transmission of the life-threatening disease within the country. The cases have been concentrated in Sarasota…
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Prevalence of malaria in Cross River, higher than National – Breakthrough Action Nigeria
Wevole Ezin, Calabar Breakthrough Action Nigeria, has said recent research shows prevalence of malaria in Cross River is higher than the national. Senior Programme Officer of the organisation, Dr Olusola Adeoye disclosed this Monday in Calabar during a media parley in collaboration with the Cross River State Ministry of Health in preparation for a state…
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BREAKING: Vaccine approved for Malaria in Nigeria
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) said it has granted approval to Serum Institute Pvt. Ltd. (SIIPL) R21 malaria vaccine for the treatment of malaria in Nigeria.