Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, expressed deep sorrow over the passing of 12-year-old Adebola Akin-Bright, a young boy afflicted with a missing intestine. Akin-Bright, who had been receiving care at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), tragically lost his battle on Tuesday. Sanwo-Olu conveyed his heartfelt condolences, stating, “I am saddened by the death Read More…
Health
Understanding Alzheimer’s: A Candid Conversation with Professor Akin Abayomi
In a society where the value of mental health and wellbeing is becoming increasingly recognised, it is critical to bring attention to conditions that affect millions of people but are rarely spoken about. In this regard, we must pay special attention to and learn about Alzheimer’s disease, a relentless neurodegenerative disorder. Professor Akin Abayomi, the Read More…
Lagos State’s blood bank shortage raises urgent call for donations
Mrs. Oluwadamilola Oyedunle, the Programme Director of the Timilehin Leukaemia Foundation (TLF), has raised concerns over Lagos State’s inadequate blood bank capacity to handle emergency medical situations. She highlighted this issue during an event in Lagos held in conjunction with TLF’s street walk and awareness campaign for the September Day Blood Donation Drive, aimed at Read More…
University of Lagos inducts 134 medical and dental graduates
Amid an atmosphere brimming with pride and promise, the College of Medicine (CMUL) at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) celebrated the induction of 134 graduates into the esteemed ranks of the medical and dental professions. The ceremony, held at the venerable Old Great Hall of the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Idi Araba, drew a Read More…
Lagos Women Affairs Ministry calls for implementation of National Food and Nutrition Policy
The Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation has advocated for the adoption of the National Food and Nutrition Policy to ensure the healthy developmental growth of children. Mrs. Oluyemi Kalesanwo, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, made this plea on Wednesday in Lagos during a visit by the Civil Society Scaling-Up Nutrition Read More…
Lagos State Idi-Araba community receives free medical care from NGO
A significant stride in community healthcare has emerged as the Heritage Advancement Forum (HAF) orchestrated a comprehensive medical outreach, benefiting over 350 inhabitants of the Idi-Araba community in Lagos State. Organised by HAF, this initiative took place on a recent Saturday in Lagos, showcasing the commendable efforts of the organisation towards enhancing the well-being of Read More…
Skin toning for kids: Dermatologist warns against a dark path
Dr. Olufolakemi Cole-Adeife, a consultant dermatologist, has vehemently condemned the practice of lightening or toning children’s skin, asserting that it constitutes a form of child abuse with the potential to inflict internal organ damage. According to Cole-Adeife, a member of the Nigerian Association of Dermatologists in Lagos, this revelation emerged during an interview with the Read More…
Lagos Hospitals Offer Free Maternal Care Amidst Fuel Subsidy Changes
In a bid to alleviate the effects of fuel subsidy removal, General Hospitals and Primary Health Centres in Lagos State are currently offering free antenatal care and child delivery services to pregnant women within the state. Dr. Olusegun Ogboye, the Permanent Secretary of the State Ministry of Health, highlighted that the provision of these complimentary Read More…
Nigerian doctors end strike after meeting with lawmakers
Frontline doctors in Nigerian public hospitals have ended a three-week strike after meeting with lawmakers. The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) said the strike was called off following a “fruitful meeting” with the president of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio. The doctors had been striking to demand a pay rise after the government removed a Read More…
As Nigerian doctors’ strike enters 10th day, govt, NMA appeal for end
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has been on indefinite strike since 26 July, demanding the implementation of several agreements with the government. The strike entered its 10th day on Tuesday, August 8, and has caused great hardship for patients. Many hospitals have been forced to close or operate with reduced staff, and patients Read More…