Health

Why a surge in sexually transmitted infections in Europe should worry everybody | Peter Beyer

Drug-resistant bacteria are no longer confined to hospital settings but are spreading into communities in every country Why should a surge in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Europe be a concern across Africa or for people who…

Delhi medical procurement fraud: Role of supplier who ‘manipulated’ tenders under scanner

‘BMC must wake up now’: Bombay HC raps civic body over potholes, open manholes

Mumbai's roads and open manholes have drawn sharp criticism from the Bombay High Court, with judges expressing dismay over the two-decade-long problem. The court lambasted the BMC for its inaction, urging them to learn from international…

Who is Dr Vatsala Aggarwal? Ex-health services chief held in Delhi procurement fraud

FG to launch digital platform to track schools, learners nationwide

The Federal Government will on Wednesday launch the Digital National Education Management Information System (DNEMIS), a platform designed to improve education planning and provide reliable data on schools, teachers and learners across the…

Troops kill 2 terrorists, arrest 8 suspects in Kaduna, Zamfara

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have killed two suspected terrorists, arrested eight suspected collaborators and rescued a kidnapped victim in Kaduna and Zamfara states. The troops also recovered 110…

Government pushes back date of health and safety shake-up

ACT says the delays makes "almost no difference" as it won't allow the new law to be repealed as long as it was part of the coalition.

HbA1c vs daily glucose monitoring: Doctor explains which number really matters

Millions managing diabetes rely on morning blood sugar checks, but this single number misses crucial fluctuations. HbA1c offers a two-to-three-month average, revealing a broader picture. However, a good HbA1c doesn't guarantee stable…

Uganda: Maj Gen Busizoori Outlines New Ebola Measures Along Uganda-DRC Border

[Nile Post] The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) 4 Infantry Division Commander, Maj Gen Felix Busizoori, has outlined comprehensive Ebola prevention measures aimed at protecting Uganda from the disease while strengthening the…

Tips on how to stay safe from floods

As heavy rains and tropical cyclones continue to affect many parts of the country each year, flooding remains one of the most common and destructive natural hazards. While floods can happen with little warning, knowing what to do before…

Five tonnes of antibiotics used to combat disease in salmon

More than five tonnes of antibiotics were used to treat a disease that killed 9,000 tonnes of fish last summer, Salmon Tasmania says.

Indian doctors lead interest in new GP pathway

A new GP pathway is attracting strong interest from Asia, with India being the largest source of applicants.