Health Talks – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com Breaking News, Nigeria News and Top Stories Sat, 27 Jul 2024 18:21:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.theinfostride.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/cropped-The-InfoStride-Favicon-150x150.png Health Talks – InfoStride News https://www.theinfostride.com 32 32 Eliozu Health Programme Disruption: Group Condemns Mr Chijioke’s Malicious Allegations https://www.theinfostride.com/eliozu-health-programme-disruption-group-condemns-mr-chijiokes-malicious-allegations/ https://www.theinfostride.com/eliozu-health-programme-disruption-group-condemns-mr-chijiokes-malicious-allegations/#respond Sat, 27 Jul 2024 18:17:57 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=385627 A recent disruption in the Eliozu Health Programme has prompted strong condemnation from a local group regarding Mr Chijioke’s defamatory claims. The group has accused Mr Chijioke of spreading malicious slander that undermines the integrity of the health initiative. The people of Eliozu town in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, are outraged by the scurrilous allegations [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/eliozu-health-programme-disruption-group-condemns-mr-chijiokes-malicious-allegations/feed/ 0 Nigeria Can Make Billions of Naira through Medical Tourism – Dr Ekenna https://www.theinfostride.com/nigeria-can-make-billions-of-naira-through-medical-tourism-dr-ekenna/ https://www.theinfostride.com/nigeria-can-make-billions-of-naira-through-medical-tourism-dr-ekenna/#respond Wed, 05 Jun 2024 08:20:09 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=379845 A cancer expert Pharm. Dr Elikee Ekenna says Nigeria can make Billions of Naira annually through medical tourism. Ekenna made this disclosure while fielding questions recently in Emene Enugu state. He wondered why Nigerians prefer going abroad for treatment of cancers and other life-threatening ailments like Kidney diseases, heart diseases, and diabetes among others, while [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/nigeria-can-make-billions-of-naira-through-medical-tourism-dr-ekenna/feed/ 0 Rivexcel and American Hospital Dubai Partner to Expand Healthcare Access across Africa https://www.theinfostride.com/rivexcel-and-american-hospital-dubai-partner-to-expand-healthcare-access-across-africa/ https://www.theinfostride.com/rivexcel-and-american-hospital-dubai-partner-to-expand-healthcare-access-across-africa/#respond Sat, 03 Feb 2024 17:32:48 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=369532 RivExcel, a leading player in global business solutions, has officially entered into a transformative strategic partnership with American Hospital Dubai, solidifying a commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility across Sub-Saharan Africa, even as American Hospital Dubai opens three medical tourism offices in Nigeria endorsed by Dubai health authority as part of 30-office expansion in Africa and [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/rivexcel-and-american-hospital-dubai-partner-to-expand-healthcare-access-across-africa/feed/ 0 Federal Government Launches $933 Million Global Fund Grant Cycle-7 in Nigeria for Malaria and HIV/AIDS https://www.theinfostride.com/federal-government-launches-933-million-global-fund-grant-cycle-7-in-nigeria-for-malaria-and-hiv-aids/ https://www.theinfostride.com/federal-government-launches-933-million-global-fund-grant-cycle-7-in-nigeria-for-malaria-and-hiv-aids/#respond Wed, 24 Jan 2024 18:55:31 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=368466 In a significant step towards combating infectious diseases, particularly malaria and HIV/AIDS, the Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the $933 million Global Fund Grant Cycle-7. This substantial financial commitment aims to strengthen healthcare systems, improve prevention and treatment strategies, and contribute to the reduction of the burden of these diseases in the country. The [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/federal-government-launches-933-million-global-fund-grant-cycle-7-in-nigeria-for-malaria-and-hiv-aids/feed/ 0 Anambra State Introduces Free Health Insurance for Children with Sickle Cell Disorder https://www.theinfostride.com/anambra-state-introduces-free-health-insurance-for-children-with-sickle-cell-disorder/ https://www.theinfostride.com/anambra-state-introduces-free-health-insurance-for-children-with-sickle-cell-disorder/#respond Tue, 23 Jan 2024 18:52:15 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=368343 In a commendable effort to prioritize the health and well-being of its citizens, Anambra State has launched a significant initiative by offering free health insurance to children diagnosed with sickle cell disorder. This proactive move aims to alleviate the financial burden on families dealing with the challenges of managing sickle cell disease and underscores the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/anambra-state-introduces-free-health-insurance-for-children-with-sickle-cell-disorder/feed/ 0 Edo State Pledges N1 Billion for Free Health Coverage: Pensioners and Security Personnel Set to Benefit https://www.theinfostride.com/edo-state-pledges-n1-billion-for-free-health-coverage-pensioners-and-security-personnel-set-to-benefit/ https://www.theinfostride.com/edo-state-pledges-n1-billion-for-free-health-coverage-pensioners-and-security-personnel-set-to-benefit/#respond Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:06:00 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=364850 In a significant move towards prioritizing the well-being of senior citizens, Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has given his approval for the implementation of a groundbreaking initiative – free health insurance for pensioners. With an earmarked budget of N1 billion, this initiative is poised to revolutionize healthcare accessibility for retirees in the state, embodying [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/edo-state-pledges-n1-billion-for-free-health-coverage-pensioners-and-security-personnel-set-to-benefit/feed/ 0 US Streamlines Licensing for Global Doctors: Simplifying the Path for International Medical Professionals https://www.theinfostride.com/us-streamlines-licensing-for-global-doctors-simplifying-the-path-for-international-medical-professionals/ https://www.theinfostride.com/us-streamlines-licensing-for-global-doctors-simplifying-the-path-for-international-medical-professionals/#respond Sat, 25 Nov 2023 20:27:48 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=362100 InfoStride News reports that a groundbreaking Tennessee law slated to take effect in July 2024 is set to facilitate the entry of international doctors into the U.S. healthcare workforce, aiming to alleviate the persistent shortage of physicians, especially in underserved regions. While the law holds promise, concerns about potential gaps that could diminish its impact [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/us-streamlines-licensing-for-global-doctors-simplifying-the-path-for-international-medical-professionals/feed/ 0 Nigeria’s Health Minister Convenes Summit with Pharma Giants to Tackle Soaring Drug Costs https://www.theinfostride.com/nigerias-health-minister-convenes-summit-with-pharma-giants-to-tackle-soaring-drug-costs/ https://www.theinfostride.com/nigerias-health-minister-convenes-summit-with-pharma-giants-to-tackle-soaring-drug-costs/#respond Sat, 18 Nov 2023 16:46:18 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=360992 The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate, recently engaged with representatives and CEOs of pharmaceutical companies in Nigeria to address the alarming surge in medicine prices. This discussion took place during the 64th National Council for Health, #NCH64, in Ekiti, aiming to gather insights from the pharmaceutical sector to formulate [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/nigerias-health-minister-convenes-summit-with-pharma-giants-to-tackle-soaring-drug-costs/feed/ 0 Nigeria’s Bold Move: Federal Government Unveils Strategic Policy to Tackle Diabetes and Hypertension Crisis https://www.theinfostride.com/nigerias-bold-move-federal-government-unveils-strategic-policy-to-tackle-diabetes-and-hypertension-crisis/ https://www.theinfostride.com/nigerias-bold-move-federal-government-unveils-strategic-policy-to-tackle-diabetes-and-hypertension-crisis/#respond Thu, 16 Nov 2023 08:42:21 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=360664 The Ministry of Health and Social Welfare’s Coordinating Ministry has recently introduced a groundbreaking health policy known as the National Task Shifting and Task-sharing (NTSTS) policy. This initiative aims to revolutionize the prevention and control of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) in Nigeria, specifically through primary healthcare facilities. The NTSTS policy acts as a crucial supplement to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/nigerias-bold-move-federal-government-unveils-strategic-policy-to-tackle-diabetes-and-hypertension-crisis/feed/ 0 BSUTH disposes of N200 million worth of expired drugs and medical supplies https://www.theinfostride.com/bsuth-disposes-of-n200-million-worth-of-expired-drugs-and-medical-supplies/ https://www.theinfostride.com/bsuth-disposes-of-n200-million-worth-of-expired-drugs-and-medical-supplies/#respond Sat, 04 Nov 2023 18:30:05 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=359392 The management of Benue State University Teaching Hospital, now under the leadership of Dr. Stephen Hwande, recently took the significant step of disposing of expired drugs and medical supplies valued at 200 million Naira. These pharmaceuticals were originally procured by the hospital but had been left unused, resulting in their deterioration. Dr. Stephen Hwande, the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/bsuth-disposes-of-n200-million-worth-of-expired-drugs-and-medical-supplies/feed/ 0 NAFDAC prohibits antibiotics and gentian violet as mold inhibitors in animal feed https://www.theinfostride.com/nafdac-prohibits-antibiotics-and-gentian-violet-as-mold-inhibitors-in-animal-feed/ https://www.theinfostride.com/nafdac-prohibits-antibiotics-and-gentian-violet-as-mold-inhibitors-in-animal-feed/#respond Sat, 04 Nov 2023 18:26:08 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=359388 InfoStride News reports that the National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has recently issued a significant policy aimed at restricting the use of various antibiotics and gentian violet as mold inhibitors in animal feed. This directive, which was issued by the Director General of NAFDAC, is in response to a growing [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/nafdac-prohibits-antibiotics-and-gentian-violet-as-mold-inhibitors-in-animal-feed/feed/ 0 AI in Healthcare: Transforming Patient Care and Diagnosis https://www.theinfostride.com/ai-in-healthcare-transforming-patient-care-and-diagnosis/ https://www.theinfostride.com/ai-in-healthcare-transforming-patient-care-and-diagnosis/#respond Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:07:13 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=354957 Artificial intelligence (AI) is making remarkable strides in the field of healthcare, ushering in a new era of precision medicine, faster diagnoses, and improved patient care. As AI technologies continue to evolve, they are increasingly becoming indispensable tools for healthcare professionals. One of the most significant contributions of AI in healthcare is its ability to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/ai-in-healthcare-transforming-patient-care-and-diagnosis/feed/ 0 The Impact of Erectile Dysfunction on Male Body Image https://www.theinfostride.com/the-impact-of-erectile-dysfunction-on-male-body-image/ https://www.theinfostride.com/the-impact-of-erectile-dysfunction-on-male-body-image/#respond Thu, 27 Jul 2023 20:27:15 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=351621 Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition that affects many men worldwide. It refers to the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance. While ED is primarily a physical issue, its impact goes beyond the physical realm, affecting various aspects of a man’s life, including his mental well-being and body [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/the-impact-of-erectile-dysfunction-on-male-body-image/feed/ 0 Fed Ministry of Agric confirms First Anthrax Case Nigeria, advises on Measures and Precautions https://www.theinfostride.com/fed-ministry-of-agric-confirms-first-anthrax-case-nigeria-advises-on-measures-and-precautions/ https://www.theinfostride.com/fed-ministry-of-agric-confirms-first-anthrax-case-nigeria-advises-on-measures-and-precautions/#respond Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:24:28 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=351086 The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development expresses deep concern as it confirms the occurrence of an anthrax case in Niger State, Nigeria. On July 14, 2023, the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer of Nigeria received a report regarding animals displaying symptoms suspected to be anthrax on a farm in Suleja, Niger State. [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/fed-ministry-of-agric-confirms-first-anthrax-case-nigeria-advises-on-measures-and-precautions/feed/ 0 Neuro Spinal Hospital and Rivexcel Health Collaborate to Provide High-Quality and Affordable Healthcare in Dubai for Africans https://www.theinfostride.com/neuro-spinal-hospital-and-rivexcel-health-collaborate-to-provide-high-quality-and-affordable-healthcare-in-dubai-for-africans/ https://www.theinfostride.com/neuro-spinal-hospital-and-rivexcel-health-collaborate-to-provide-high-quality-and-affordable-healthcare-in-dubai-for-africans/#respond Wed, 05 Jul 2023 10:35:31 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=350151 RivExcel Health, a prominent facilitator of international medical tourism, is delighted to declare a strategic alliance with Neuro Spinal Hospital (NSH). NSH is a highly respected healthcare institution known for its exceptional services in comprehensive oncology, orthopaedics, neurology, neurosurgery, and spinal surgery. RivExcel in a statement circulated to media houses said, “This collaboration aims to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/neuro-spinal-hospital-and-rivexcel-health-collaborate-to-provide-high-quality-and-affordable-healthcare-in-dubai-for-africans/feed/ 0 RivExcel Health announces Strategic Partnership with Neuro Spinal Hospital for Medical Tourism Services https://www.theinfostride.com/rivexcel-health-announces-strategic-partnership-with-neuro-spinal-hospital-for-medical-tourism-services/ https://www.theinfostride.com/rivexcel-health-announces-strategic-partnership-with-neuro-spinal-hospital-for-medical-tourism-services/#respond Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:45:52 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=350031 RivExcel Health, a leading international medical tourism facilitator, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Neuro Spinal Hospital (NSH), a renowned healthcare institution with advanced services in comprehensive oncology, orthopaedics, neurology, neurosurgery, and spinal surgery. RivExcel in a statement circulated to media houses said, “This collaboration aims to expand and enhance the medical tourism [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/rivexcel-health-announces-strategic-partnership-with-neuro-spinal-hospital-for-medical-tourism-services/feed/ 0 TikTok and Instagram Influencers with over 2M Followers reveals battle with ADHD and Eating https://www.theinfostride.com/tiktok-and-instagram-influencers-with-over-2m-followers-reveals-battle-with-adhd-and-eating/ https://www.theinfostride.com/tiktok-and-instagram-influencers-with-over-2m-followers-reveals-battle-with-adhd-and-eating/#respond Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:01:01 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=336545 An influencer, Becky Cheetham was diagnosed with ADHD over a year ago which helped her to understand her over indulging tendencies. After joining the Goal Getters meal plan by MuscleFood, the 30 year old from Manchester has seen the pounds slip away and has learnt how to control her eating. Becky cares for her sister [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/tiktok-and-instagram-influencers-with-over-2m-followers-reveals-battle-with-adhd-and-eating/feed/ 0 Call for Help To Support AbdulGaniyu Yunus’ Kidney Transplant https://www.theinfostride.com/call-for-help-to-support-abdulganiyu-yunus-kidney-transplant/ https://www.theinfostride.com/call-for-help-to-support-abdulganiyu-yunus-kidney-transplant/#respond Sun, 24 Apr 2022 09:31:53 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=323534 AbdulGaniyu Ayinla Yunus has been diagnosed with kidney failure and needs Fifteen Million Naira (N15m) for a Kidney Transplant. AbdulGaniyu is presently due for a kidney transplant at Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH), Sagamu, Ogun State of Nigeria. He needs your help to overcome this live threatening ailment. Please send your donation to the following [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/call-for-help-to-support-abdulganiyu-yunus-kidney-transplant/feed/ 0 Wider Thoracic Aorta Increases Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke https://www.theinfostride.com/wider-thoracic-aorta-increases-risk-of-heart-attack-stroke/ https://www.theinfostride.com/wider-thoracic-aorta-increases-risk-of-heart-attack-stroke/#respond Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:26:35 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322830 Your doctor could have another way to gauge your risk of heart attack and stroke. A new study says the clues lie in the diameter of your thoracic aorta. That’s the portion of the large artery that passes through your chest and carries oxygenated blood to your heart and other parts of your body. The [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/wider-thoracic-aorta-increases-risk-of-heart-attack-stroke/feed/ 0 Oklahoma Makes Providing an Abortion a Felony: What to Know Now https://www.theinfostride.com/oklahoma-makes-providing-an-abortion-a-felony-what-to-know-now/ https://www.theinfostride.com/oklahoma-makes-providing-an-abortion-a-felony-what-to-know-now/#respond Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:17:54 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322828 On Tuesday, Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma signed a law that will make performing an abortion a felony, effective August 26. Senate Bill 612 would penalize anyone who performs an abortion Senate Bill 612 would penalize anyone who performs an abortion, subjecting them to up to 10 years in prison and $100,000 in fines. [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/oklahoma-makes-providing-an-abortion-a-felony-what-to-know-now/feed/ 0 After Cancer Scare, ‘Harlem’ Star Megan Good Is Raising Her Voice https://www.theinfostride.com/after-cancer-scare-harlem-star-megan-good-is-raising-her-voice/ https://www.theinfostride.com/after-cancer-scare-harlem-star-megan-good-is-raising-her-voice/#respond Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:06:56 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322824 Actor and director Meagan Good was visiting her gynecologist for a routine checkup when they discovered an abnormality in her uterus. After testing determined the tissue could potentially become cancerous, it was removed. “It was a really scary experience cause the first thing I thought was one minute everything’s fine and the next minute everything [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/after-cancer-scare-harlem-star-megan-good-is-raising-her-voice/feed/ 0 NEW SUB VARIANTS DETECTED- What to Know About BA.4 and BA.5 https://www.theinfostride.com/new-sub-variants-detected-what-to-know-about-ba-4-and-ba-5/ https://www.theinfostride.com/new-sub-variants-detected-what-to-know-about-ba-4-and-ba-5/#respond Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:55:35 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322820 On Monday, the World Health Organization announced they’re tracking two new sub-variants of the highly infectious Omicron strain. These sub-variants, called BA.4 and BA.5, are concerning to experts due to mutations that might help them evade the immune system even in people who have been vaccinated or previously infected. According to Reuters, the agency said [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/new-sub-variants-detected-what-to-know-about-ba-4-and-ba-5/feed/ 0 An Unusual Spike In Childhood Hepatitis https://www.theinfostride.com/an-unusual-spike-in-childhood-hepatitis/ https://www.theinfostride.com/an-unusual-spike-in-childhood-hepatitis/#respond Mon, 11 Apr 2022 13:34:52 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322644 Health authorities in Scotland and England are investigating what appears to be a good spike in hepatitis cases in young children – mostly under six years old. Parents are being asked to look out for symptoms of the liver condition such as jaundice, dark urine, itchy skin, muscle pain, and a loss of appetite. What [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/an-unusual-spike-in-childhood-hepatitis/feed/ 0 Lagos community commends Rotary over health interventions https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-community-commends-rotary-over-health-interventions/ https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-community-commends-rotary-over-health-interventions/#respond Mon, 11 Apr 2022 11:56:10 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322639 Residents of Gbara Maiyegun community in Eti-Osa local council of Lagos State have showered praises on the Rotary Club of Lekki Phase 1, District 9110, for its health interventions in the area.   The residents spoke recently when the club, in conjunction with Chike Okoli Foundation, conducted free health screenings for them at the Gbara [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-community-commends-rotary-over-health-interventions/feed/ 0 4th COVID-19 Shot: Should You Get One? Is It to OK to Mix and Match? https://www.theinfostride.com/4th-covid-19-shot-should-you-get-one-is-it-to-ok-to-mix-and-match/ https://www.theinfostride.com/4th-covid-19-shot-should-you-get-one-is-it-to-ok-to-mix-and-match/#respond Mon, 11 Apr 2022 11:33:38 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322636 If you’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19, your protectionTrusted Source against the novel coronavirus may decrease over time, especially with the introduction of new variants. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) currently recommends COVID-19 vaccine boosters for everyone ages 12 years and older. In addition, the Food and Drug Administration saysTrusted Source a second booster [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/4th-covid-19-shot-should-you-get-one-is-it-to-ok-to-mix-and-match/feed/ 0 Why did the virus SARS-CoV-2, which caused the COVID-19 pandemic, start infecting people? https://www.theinfostride.com/why-did-the-virus-sars-cov-2-which-caused-the-covid-19-pandemic-start-infecting-people/ https://www.theinfostride.com/why-did-the-virus-sars-cov-2-which-caused-the-covid-19-pandemic-start-infecting-people/#respond Mon, 11 Apr 2022 00:29:44 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322610 There is evidence that our interactions with the natural environment is creating perfect conditions for pathogens to move from wild animals to people, as population growth, urbanization and climate change bring us into closer contact with wildlife. Infostride today looks at the connections between health, sustainability, and the environment, and the lessons we must learn [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/why-did-the-virus-sars-cov-2-which-caused-the-covid-19-pandemic-start-infecting-people/feed/ 0 China’s health system faces raft of challenges as Omicron hits https://www.theinfostride.com/chinas-health-system-faces-raft-of-challenges-as-omicron-hits/ https://www.theinfostride.com/chinas-health-system-faces-raft-of-challenges-as-omicron-hits/#respond Sun, 10 Apr 2022 23:59:52 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322606 China is battling its biggest spike in coronavirus cases since the start of the pandemic, with millions under lockdown and the healthcare system feeling the pressure.   One of the last countries sticking to a zero-Covid strategy, China aims to stamp out every infection with strict lockdowns and by sending all cases to secure facilities. [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/chinas-health-system-faces-raft-of-challenges-as-omicron-hits/feed/ 0 How $1 billion medical capital flight undermines Nigeria’s health system, by NMA https://www.theinfostride.com/how-1-billion-medical-capital-flight-undermines-nigerias-health-system-by-nma/ https://www.theinfostride.com/how-1-billion-medical-capital-flight-undermines-nigerias-health-system-by-nma/#respond Fri, 08 Apr 2022 19:22:31 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322438 Over $1 billion is spent yearly by Nigerians on medicare abroad and it is impacting negatively on the nation’s health system, the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has stated. Its President, Prof. Innocent Ujah who made the disclosure at the body’s maiden yearly lecture, on the 5th of April in Abuja, regretted that the brain drain [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/how-1-billion-medical-capital-flight-undermines-nigerias-health-system-by-nma/feed/ 0 Bruce Willis gives up acting due to brain disorder aphasia https://www.theinfostride.com/bruce-willis-gives-up-acting-due-to-brain-disorder-aphasia/ https://www.theinfostride.com/bruce-willis-gives-up-acting-due-to-brain-disorder-aphasia/#respond Wed, 06 Apr 2022 04:14:29 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=322230 Bruce Willis will step away from his acting career after being diagnosed with aphasia, a condition that impedes a person’s ability to speak and write Bruce Willis is stepping away from his illustrious acting career following a diagnosis of aphasia, a condition that affects one’s ability to speak and write. The announcement was made by [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/bruce-willis-gives-up-acting-due-to-brain-disorder-aphasia/feed/ 0 Lagos unveils new health insurance products under “Ilera Eko” https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-unveils-new-health-insurance-products-under-ilera-eko/ https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-unveils-new-health-insurance-products-under-ilera-eko/#respond Sun, 20 Feb 2022 23:09:09 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=319003 Lagos State has unveiled new health insurance products in line with its drive to ensure Lagos residents have access to affordable, quality healthcare. According to Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the governor of Lagos State, represented by Dr. Ibijoke Claudiana Sanwo-Olu, the First Lady of Lagos State, the creation of the new range of plans and expansion of [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-unveils-new-health-insurance-products-under-ilera-eko/feed/ 0 How Nigeria can bring down drug importation from 70% to 30% by 2025 says NAFDAC https://www.theinfostride.com/how-nigeria-can-bring-down-drug-importation-from-70-to-30-by-2025-says-nafdac/ https://www.theinfostride.com/how-nigeria-can-bring-down-drug-importation-from-70-to-30-by-2025-says-nafdac/#respond Sat, 01 Jan 2022 20:06:10 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=315802 The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has disclosed how Nigeria can reduce the importation of drugs from its current 70% to 30% by 2025. The food and drug regulator who is pushing towards making it possible said that this could be achieved through increased local manufacturing of drugs. According to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/how-nigeria-can-bring-down-drug-importation-from-70-to-30-by-2025-says-nafdac/feed/ 0 The Importance of HealthCare Call Center Services for Providers and Patients https://www.theinfostride.com/the-importance-of-healthcare-call-center-services-for-providers-and-patients/ https://www.theinfostride.com/the-importance-of-healthcare-call-center-services-for-providers-and-patients/#respond Tue, 28 Dec 2021 13:49:52 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=315481 While medical treatments continue to be the primary focus of every Healthcare facility in the US, the customer services aspects have gained equal prominence over the past decade or two. There are a number of non-core functions of a medical facility that contribute greatly to the overall patient experience. These non-core functions include (but are [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/the-importance-of-healthcare-call-center-services-for-providers-and-patients/feed/ 0 Covid 19 : BioNTech announces development of new vaccine https://www.theinfostride.com/covid-19-biontech-announces-development-of-new-vaccine/ https://www.theinfostride.com/covid-19-biontech-announces-development-of-new-vaccine/#respond Mon, 29 Nov 2021 19:59:54 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=313794 German Biotechnology Company, BioNTech, which manufactures vaccines has commenced the development of a new Covid-19 vaccine that focuses on combating the Omicron variant. The vaccine manufacturer, which collaborates with US giant, Pfizer on Covid-19 vaccines, is reported to have said that it had initiated the development of an adapted vaccine for Omicron to allow it [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/covid-19-biontech-announces-development-of-new-vaccine/feed/ 0 SOSO Care uses an unconventional approach to deliver health insurance in Nigeria https://www.theinfostride.com/soso-care-uses-an-unconventional-approach-to-deliver-health-insurance-in-nigeria/ https://www.theinfostride.com/soso-care-uses-an-unconventional-approach-to-deliver-health-insurance-in-nigeria/#respond Sun, 21 Nov 2021 20:52:59 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=313247 With an estimated 8 million tonnes of plastic yearly released into the environment, plastic pollution; by virtue of being non-degradable, is capable of affecting land, waterways and oceans, consequently leading to the death of marine and land creatures, causing hazard to the soil, emitting toxic gasses when exposed or heated up and blocking the drainage [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/soso-care-uses-an-unconventional-approach-to-deliver-health-insurance-in-nigeria/feed/ 0 There might be fourth wave of Covid-19 – Lagos warns https://www.theinfostride.com/there-might-be-fourth-wave-of-covid-19-lagos-warns/ https://www.theinfostride.com/there-might-be-fourth-wave-of-covid-19-lagos-warns/#respond Sun, 21 Nov 2021 20:46:13 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=313244 The Lagos State Government has alarmed it’s occupants of a possible outbreak of the fourth wave of Covid-19 infection across the country. The state government fears that this could be triggered by the large volume of inbound passengers arriving the state for Christmas and New Year festivities, low vaccination and the anticipated social activities in [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/there-might-be-fourth-wave-of-covid-19-lagos-warns/feed/ 0 Poor attitude to health and lack of infrastructure responsible for high incidence of diabetes says Doctor https://www.theinfostride.com/poor-attitude-to-health-and-lack-of-infrastructure-responsible-for-high-incidence-of-diabetes-says-doctor/ https://www.theinfostride.com/poor-attitude-to-health-and-lack-of-infrastructure-responsible-for-high-incidence-of-diabetes-says-doctor/#respond Sat, 20 Nov 2021 20:23:33 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=313184   Dr. Samuel Oghene Etatuvie is a community pharmacist and Director General, Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA) Kofo Abayomi, Victoria, Lagos. Etatuvie in this interview with the media to sensitise the public on “Rational Use of Natural Medicine for the Management and Prevention of Diabetes” said the agency has made giant strides in the [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/poor-attitude-to-health-and-lack-of-infrastructure-responsible-for-high-incidence-of-diabetes-says-doctor/feed/ 0 Lagos State launches vaccination scheme for 4 million residents https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-state-launches-vaccination-scheme-for-4-million-residents/ https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-state-launches-vaccination-scheme-for-4-million-residents/#respond Thu, 28 Oct 2021 22:17:11 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=311457 The Lagos State Government announced the launch of a mass vaccination campaign to cover 4 million residents in a bid to battle the spread of the coronavirus. The scheme was launched by Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday with the aim of vaccinating four million residents in Lagos before the end of 2021. [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/lagos-state-launches-vaccination-scheme-for-4-million-residents/feed/ 0 We will support the healthcare sector with N200 billion https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-support-the-healthcare-sector-with-n200-billion/ https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-support-the-healthcare-sector-with-n200-billion/#respond Sat, 23 Oct 2021 15:32:52 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=311062 The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has disclosed that it will support Nigeria’s healthcare industry with N200 billion in a bid to boost Nigeria’s economic recovery and generate jobs in the sector. This was disclosed by the CBN Governor, Mr Godwin Emefiele, on Friday, at the inauguration of Duchess International Hospital, a newly built 100-suites [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-support-the-healthcare-sector-with-n200-billion/feed/ 0 Fully vaccinated visitors to Nigeria required to do a COVID-19 PCR test on day 2 of arrival – FG https://www.theinfostride.com/fully-vaccinated-visitors-to-nigeria-required-to-do-a-covid-19-pcr-test-on-day-2-of-arrival-fg/ https://www.theinfostride.com/fully-vaccinated-visitors-to-nigeria-required-to-do-a-covid-19-pcr-test-on-day-2-of-arrival-fg/#respond Sat, 16 Oct 2021 21:29:26 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=310566 The Nigerian Government has agreed that all visitors entering Nigeria, including the partially vaccinated and unvaccinated are required to do COVID-19 PCR tests on days 2 and 7 after arrival, while fully vaccinated people, will not be required to undergo 7 days isolation, but just a COVID test after 2 days. This was made known by [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/fully-vaccinated-visitors-to-nigeria-required-to-do-a-covid-19-pcr-test-on-day-2-of-arrival-fg/feed/ 0 We plan to enrol 3 million residents in health insurance scheme – Lagos state government https://www.theinfostride.com/we-plan-to-enrol-3-million-residents-in-health-insurance-scheme-lagos-state-government/ https://www.theinfostride.com/we-plan-to-enrol-3-million-residents-in-health-insurance-scheme-lagos-state-government/#respond Fri, 15 Oct 2021 22:14:14 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=310510 The Lagos State Government has finalized plans to enrol at least 3 million residents into the state’s health insurance scheme within the next one year. This is part of the state government’s effort aimed at providing access to health to the over 24 million people living in the state in terms of improved financing and [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/we-plan-to-enrol-3-million-residents-in-health-insurance-scheme-lagos-state-government/feed/ 0 Additional 17 million J&J doses donated to the African Union – US https://www.theinfostride.com/additional-17-million-jj-doses-donated-to-the-african-union-us/ https://www.theinfostride.com/additional-17-million-jj-doses-donated-to-the-african-union-us/#respond Fri, 15 Oct 2021 22:08:03 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=310505 The new administration the united States of America led by Joe Biden, has announced that the United States will be donating 17 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine to the African Union, thus bringing the total vaccine donation by America to the African continent to 67 million doses. Recall that prior to this, [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/additional-17-million-jj-doses-donated-to-the-african-union-us/feed/ 0 Global Covid deaths hits lowest decline level in a year last week – WHO https://www.theinfostride.com/global-covid-deaths-hits-lowest-decline-level-in-a-year-last-week-who/ https://www.theinfostride.com/global-covid-deaths-hits-lowest-decline-level-in-a-year-last-week-who/#respond Fri, 15 Oct 2021 21:59:55 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=310502 In line with the WHO epidemiological report, Covid-19 deaths, last week, fell to their lowest level in almost a year at almost 50,000 fatalities. Despite the weekly consecutive reduction in Covid-19 deaths reported across the world except in Europe, vaccine inequities in developing countries is still a matter of great concern to the health organization. [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/global-covid-deaths-hits-lowest-decline-level-in-a-year-last-week-who/feed/ 0 Deadline for civil servants to take Covid-19 vaccine is December 1 – FG https://www.theinfostride.com/deadline-for-civil-servants-to-take-covid-19-vaccine-is-december-1-fg/ https://www.theinfostride.com/deadline-for-civil-servants-to-take-covid-19-vaccine-is-december-1-fg/#respond Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:31:27 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=310402 The Federal Government has disclosed that December 1, 2021, is the deadline for civil servants to take their Covid-19 vaccine. This is as the Nigerian government has also revealed that it has cancelled South Africa, Brazil and Turkey from the list of countries where travellers have been restricted from coming into the country due to [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/deadline-for-civil-servants-to-take-covid-19-vaccine-is-december-1-fg/feed/ 0 We will support the HIV epidemic control in Abia State – US https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-support-hiv-epidemic-control-in-abia-state-us/ https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-support-hiv-epidemic-control-in-abia-state-us/#respond Tue, 12 Oct 2021 22:23:54 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=310237 The U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires (CDA), Kathleen FitzGibbon, has arranged a Mission Nigeria interagency team to Abia State to establish the re-engagement of U.S. assistance to the State through the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and support renewed efforts towards HIV epidemic control. This was made known by the U.S Mission in [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/we-will-support-hiv-epidemic-control-in-abia-state-us/feed/ 0 FG applauds resident doctors for ending strike, increases hazard allowance to N47 billion https://www.theinfostride.com/fg-applauds-resident-doctors-for-ending-strike-increases-hazard-allowance-to-n47-billion/ https://www.theinfostride.com/fg-applauds-resident-doctors-for-ending-strike-increases-hazard-allowance-to-n47-billion/#respond Thu, 07 Oct 2021 15:36:27 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=309759 The Federal Government has applauded the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) for suspending its nationwide strike, adding it has increased the aggregate money in the 2022 budget for hazard allowance from N40 billion to N47 billion annually. This was made known by Minister of Labour and Employment, Sen. Chris Ngige, in a meeting with [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/fg-applauds-resident-doctors-for-ending-strike-increases-hazard-allowance-to-n47-billion/feed/ 0 Resident doctors to resume work on Wednesday, ends strike. https://www.theinfostride.com/resident-doctors-to-resume-work-on-wednesday-ends-strike/ https://www.theinfostride.com/resident-doctors-to-resume-work-on-wednesday-ends-strike/#respond Mon, 04 Oct 2021 20:55:08 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=309558 The leadership of the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has put an end to its 2-month old nationwide industrial action. The recent movement by the striking resident doctors is coming after several negotiations with relevant stakeholders due to the strike action embarked upon over irregular payment of salaries, unfavourable condition of service, among other [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/resident-doctors-to-resume-work-on-wednesday-ends-strike/feed/ 0 $400 million credit for Nigeria to aid COVID-19 vaccine acquisition – World Bank https://www.theinfostride.com/400-million-credit-for-nigeria-to-aid-covid-19-vaccine-acquisition-world-bank/ https://www.theinfostride.com/400-million-credit-for-nigeria-to-aid-covid-19-vaccine-acquisition-world-bank/#respond Fri, 01 Oct 2021 22:22:09 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=309412 It was earlier disclosed that the Board of Directors of The World Bank has confirmed a $400 million credit for Nigeria as additional financing from the International Development Association (IDA) to provide financing for safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine acquisition and deployment in the country. This was made known by The World Bank via a [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/400-million-credit-for-nigeria-to-aid-covid-19-vaccine-acquisition-world-bank/feed/ 0 Likely increase in heart disease in Nigeria – Expert https://www.theinfostride.com/likely-increase-in-heart-disease-in-nigeria-expert/ https://www.theinfostride.com/likely-increase-in-heart-disease-in-nigeria-expert/#respond Mon, 27 Sep 2021 19:45:54 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=309021 After research shown the increase in death rate in Nigeria, the researchers concluded that the deaths, which are poorly investigated, are due to heart disease also known as cardiovascular disease. Heart disease is a significant public health concern responsible for 11 per cent of over two million Non-communicable Disease (NCD) deaths in Nigeria yearly. It [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/likely-increase-in-heart-disease-in-nigeria-expert/feed/ 0 Global clampdown on the unvaccinated https://www.theinfostride.com/global-clampdown-on-the-unvaccinated/ https://www.theinfostride.com/global-clampdown-on-the-unvaccinated/#respond Mon, 27 Sep 2021 19:31:15 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=309018 It has been observed that there have been concerns over a worldwide clampdown on the unvaccinated, waning COVID-19 vaccine immunity after six months of the administration of the vaccine. Reports also have it that developed nations like United Kingdom (U.K.) and United States (U.S.) have said that people that were vaccinated in Africa would be [...]

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]]> https://www.theinfostride.com/global-clampdown-on-the-unvaccinated/feed/ 0 Primary healthcare system can be enhanced – Experts https://www.theinfostride.com/primary-healthcare-system-can-be-enhanced-by-booster-jabs-experts/ https://www.theinfostride.com/primary-healthcare-system-can-be-enhanced-by-booster-jabs-experts/#respond Mon, 27 Sep 2021 12:36:58 +0000 https://www.theinfostride.com/?p=308996 The nine-point agenda by the President Muhammadu Buhari is aimed to propel the country towards reaching universal health coverage when “all individuals and communities receive the health services they need without suffering financial hardship”. DDr Osagie Ehanire, who is the minister of health, has highlighted the agenda to include implementation of mandatory universal health insurance [...]

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