Health

Aliu-Ibrahim becomes first indigenous female Nigerian neurosurgeon appointed US Medical Director

Aliu-Ibrahim becomes first indigenous female Nigerian neurosurgeon appointed US Medical Director

Dr Salamat Ahuoiza Aliu-Ibrahim has become Nigeria’s first indigenous female neurosurgeon to be appointed as the Medical Director of a children’s hospital in the United States of America. Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in…

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Bird flu preparations ramp up as cases rise in Australia

The country has just two confirmed cases of the deadly H5 flu, but the poultry industry is not taking any chances.

RNZ

Man arrested after boys, 12, allegedly chased through Mildura mall by ute

ABC News

Man arrested after boys, 12, allegedly chased through Mildura mall by ute

One child has been flown to hospital in Melbourne with serious injuries.

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Malaysian ex-PM Ismail Sabri’s corruption charges delayed by health woes

A Malaysian court on Friday deferred charges against former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob, who could not attend his hearing in a multimillion-dollar corruption investigation after being admitted to hospital for a heart condition…

What China’s expanded funding for HIV/Aids in Africa means as US cuts health aid

China is expanding its role in the fight against HIV/Aids in Africa by funding new projects and backing local medicine manufacturing as part of its signature health initiative, the Health Silk Road. Beijing’s larger presence comes as…

Raising Elia in a neurotypical world

I work as a journalist and am a single mother to a child who was diagnosed a little over three years ago with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Allow me to share what that means based on a clinician’s report: When she was three-and-a-half years…

Pujalte: TB procurement review protects patients and public funds

Pujalte: TB procurement review protects patients and public funds

Health Secretary Jose “Brix” Pujalte Jr. said the Department of Health’s review of the proposed ₱3 billion procurement of tuberculosis commodities is needed to protect patients and public funds, adding that he will cooperate fully with any…

THE interior minister of Pakistan had said the other day that whether “we admit it or not, this system has collapsed”…

THE interior minister of Pakistan had said the other day that whether “we admit it or not, this system has collapsed”…

THE interior minister of Pakistan had said the other day that whether “we admit it or not, this system has collapsed” and that “this system has to be reset”. The healthcare system of Pakistan is sadly a clear illustration of what the…

PTI remains wary as govt renews talks offer

PTI remains wary as govt renews talks offer

ISLAMABAD: While the government has once again invited the main opposition party, PTI, to begin negotiations, the party has linked any dialogue with improved meeting facilities and access to medical care for its founding chairman, Imran…

Ex-Afghan general, agent’s pleas against arrest, deportation rejected

Ex-Afghan general, agent’s pleas against arrest, deportation rejected

• Petitioners cite fear of Taliban persecution if sent back to Afghanistan • Peshawar High Court notes fears of detention and removal don’t constitute valid cause of action • Rules immigration, visa and residency matters fall within…

Bandit Attack: Zamfara gov visits Bungudu, vows not to negotiate with criminals

Bandit Attack: Zamfara gov visits Bungudu, vows not to negotiate with criminals

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has reaffirmed his administration’s resolve not to negotiate with or yield to criminals as part of efforts to tackle banditry in the state. Lawal stated this on Thursday when he visited Bungudu Local…

Perez Hilton recovering in hospital after disturbing livestream

Perez Hilton recovering in hospital after disturbing livestream

[Trigger warning: Mention of self-harm] Celebrity blogger and columnist Perez Hilton is now responsive and recovering in the hospital after he appeared to harm himself during a social media livestream. Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office…