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Atlanta Eye Clinic, a leading provider of eye care in Abuja, is bringing extra cheer to this Eid season with its exciting Sallah Splash Promo, running now through June 13, 2025. As part of this festive campaign, customers will enjoy a 50% discount on comprehensive eye examinations, along with instant gifts, exclusive offers, and the opportunity to share the experience with family and friends. More than just advanced eye care, the Sallah Splash Promo is Atlanta Eye Clinic's way of helping you celebrate Eid in style-whether you're a returning patient or visiting for the first time. Now is the perfect time to upgrade your lenses, surprise a loved one with a thoughtful gift, or schedule a long-overdue eye check-up. With unbeatable deals and festive rewards, Atlanta Eye Clinic is making this Eid season one to remember. About Atlanta Eye Clinic Atlanta Eye Clinic - Is a standard Eye Clinic in Abuja, Nigeria, we provide comprehensive eye exams for ad...

Put simply, it is a process that involves talking with a trained professional about a mental health issue or anything troubling you. Unfortunately, therapy is not so popular in Nigeria. So, we often hear arguments about their importance. Many Nigerians still believe that going for therapy or even paid counselling is a thing of luxury that the rich indulge in to show off wealth. But is this notion really true? Let's review all the variables that impact how people, especially Nigerians, see therapy. The High Cost Barrier ALSO READ: Lil Kesh opens up about mental health struggles, dealing with ADHD Therapy in Nigeria remains largely unaffordable for the average person, so, understandably, many people don't think about it even when going through the most difficult mental stress. Private sessions often range from ₦10,000 to ₦30,000 per hour, with specialised therapies and psychiatric drugs adding to the financial burden. This pricing makes t...

The hospital piloted a recycling programme in three inpatient wards in May. The National University Hospital (NUH) has received the Healthcare Sustainability Certification from the Joint Commission International (JCI), in collaboration with the International Hospital Federation’s Geneva Sustainability Centre. The certification follows an assessment using the Geneva Sustainability Centre’s sustainability accelerator tool, which benchmarks sustainability maturity across environmental impact, health equity, and governance. Amongst its recent initiatives, NUH has piloted a nurse-led “Sort-at-Source” recycling programme in three inpatient wards since May. Early results show a 47% increase in paper recycling and a more than 230% increase in plastic recycling. The initiative is scheduled for full implementation across all NUH wards by the end of the year and is expected to recover up to ...

Kathmandu, June 14 -- Marking Pride Month, the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) organised a two-day training for health professionals on chemsex harm reduction and LGBTQIA+ mental health support. Led by the Epidemiology and Disease Control Division (EDCD) under the ministry, the orientation aimed to equip health workers with the skills to provide inclusive and stigma-free care. Held from June 11, the orientation trained psychiatrists, general practitioners, medical officers, and opioid agonist therapy nurses from Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Parsa, Rupandehi, and Kaski districts. According to the organisers, the training was designed to raise awareness among healthcare providers about the rising use of sexualised drugs, known as chemsex, and its impact on the mental health of the users. Facilitated by advocacy groups, Blue Diamond Society and Recovering Nepal, the training was conducted under the Chemsex Harm Reduction Project, supported by British pharmaceutical company...

What you need to know: The issue: Increased health budget. Our view: The increased allocation should reflect in the quality of services offered in health facilities and also increase access to care. Thank you for reading Nation.Africa Show plans The Minister of Finance, Mr Matia Kasaija, on Thursday announced that the Budget for the health sector has been significantly increased in the 2025/2026 Financial Year to Shs5.8 trillion, up from Shs2.9 trillion in the previous Financial Year. This is a good development and indicates prioritisation of the essential services required by the taxpayers amid the reduced donor support. The health sector has been heavily relying on donor support. The increased allocation should reflect in the quality of services offered in health facilities and also increase access to care. This will be...

The introduction of emerging treatments is expected to drive growth. The rising prevalence of cancer and the increasing awareness of cancer-associated pain are expected to drive growth in the cancer pain therapeutics market across the seven major markets (7MM), according to DelveInsight. The market has seen no recent drug approvals, creating opportunities for pharmaceutical companies to develop and introduce new treatments, particularly those that are non-opioid-based. Potential therapies are being investigated, whilst the introduction of emerging treatments with improved efficacy and a further improvement in the diagnosis rate is expected to drive market growth. “As opioids continue to dominate cancer pain management, the anticipated launch of drugs like tetrodotoxin signals a major shift toward novel, nonopioid mechanisms,” the report said. However, inadequate pain a...

Kindly let me know if it is possible to have a normal PSA level and still develop Prostate Cancer. Dagogo (by SMS) Although this is possible, it is highly unlikely. The PSA is a test for the antigen that stimulates production of the antibody to fight prostate cancer. It is possible that due to some genetic abnormality, your prostate doesn’t produce that antigen. The PSA test is very good at ruling out the possibility of cancer because the level of “normal” is so low. Many other things can cause a slightly elevated level, and since the purpose is to detect cancer as early as possible, those slightly elevated levels are not dismissed. But there is also a secondary test. The “Free PSA” test. If your prostate is producing PSA, but its not being used, then it’s a pretty sure sign that the elevated PSA is because of something else….like maybe recent sexual activity. ALSO READ FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNE: Tinubu signs 51 out of 2,263 bills into law in two years Provided by SyndiGate ...

READ MORE:  What the length of your fingers means, according to science You probably don't pay them much attention on a daily basis. But your toenails could tell you a lot about your health, a doctor has revealed. Whether it's nutritional deficiencies, diabetes or circulatory issues, checking the condition of your nails could highlight issues such as infections, diabetes or even cancer . Sheena Bagga, a pharmacist prescriber from LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor , has revealed everything you need to know about toe and nail health – and eight symptoms to look out for. 'While often overlooked, your toenails and feet play a huge role in your overall health and it's important to pay attention to their condition,' she said. 'While everyone's toes look different, healthy nails should have a smooth surface with light pink or translucent colouration without much variation in shade or hue. 'While a lot of the ti...

FRIDAY, June 13, 2025 (News) -- Despite an increase in the prevalence of prescribing, only 0.5 percent of U.S. adolescents with obesity were prescribed an obesity medication in 2023, according to research published in the June 5 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report . Using ambulatory electronic medical record data, Lyudmyla Kompaniyets, Ph.D., from the CDC in Atlanta, and colleagues examined trends in the proportion of U.S. adolescents aged 12 to 17 years with obesity who were prescribed U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved obesity medications during 2018 to 2023. The researchers observed a substantial increase in the proportion of U.S. adolescents who were prescribed obesity medication in 2023 (by about 300 percent compared with 2020), the year after expansion of FDA approval of two obesity medications to include adolescents. In 2023, 0.5 percent of adolescents with obesity were prescribed an obesity medica...

READ MORE: Eating specific type of bread linked to deadly colon cancer Young people should be on high alert for the signs of a deadly cancer that's rising in the under 50s, experts have warned—and it's not bowel cancer. Cases of appendix cancer in US 30-somethings have risen by a shocking 71 per cent over the last two decades, a recent study showed. The research, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, revealed millennials, aged between 29 and 44, are now the age group most likely to develop the cancer, which kills half of those with advanced disease within five years. The experts, from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, suggested the surge may be due to lifestyle factors like increasingly poor diets. But medical professionals and campaigners have previously warned the public to watch out for signs of the disease, which can be easily mistaken for benign digestive issues. Speaking in a TikTok video, Dr Ryan Ince ...

In Rwanda, improper medicine use is contributing to treatment failures, adverse effects, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a persistent concern for public health. The World Health Organization estimates that AMR was linked to nearly five million deaths worldwide in 2019. Antimicrobial resistance is the ability of microorganisms – bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites – to resist the effects of antimicrobial drugs. This can make infections harder to treat and increases the risk of complications, such as prolonged illness, higher healthcare costs, and even death In an interview with The New Times, Lazare Ntirenganya, the Division Manager for Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Trials at Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA), explains what rational medicine use entails, the challenges people face, and the steps needed to safeguard public health. The excerpts: What does rational use of medicines mean, and why is it essential in healthcare? According to the World Health Organization...

Challenges such as delays in receiving protective creams and the lack of accessible screening services, were on June 13 highlighted by people with albinism in Rwanda. The concerns were raised during the International Albinism Awareness Day marked under the theme “Demanding our rights: Protect our skin, preserve our lives”. ALSO READ: Albinism Awareness Day: Tracing progress of people living with albinism in Rwanda Dieudonné Akimaniduhaye, the president of the Organisation for the Integration and Promotion of People with Albinism (OIPPA), said delays in distributing sun-protection creams and the absence of regular skin screenings are exposing people with albinism to life-threatening conditions. “Around three months ago, these creams were distributed through district pharmacies. Now, some of them are supplied via Zipline, but many health centre staff are unaware of this change. We urge the government to inform health facility managers accordingly,” he said. “Every week, I receive at le...

In hospitals across Nigeria, patients arrive in pain and desperation-but leave in silence, sometimes in coffins. 'Medical negligence' has become a deadly problem, where delays, inattention, or outright refusal to treat are costing lives. In today's episode of Nigeria Daily, we investigate why it is happenin and who is responsible when health care fails. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( Syndigate.info ).

… US$300 million medical facility, developed by Afreximbank inaugurated Africans can now heave a sigh of relieve after many years of seeking medical care abroad. The inauguration of the African Medical Centre of Excellence in Abuja marks a transformative milestone in Africa’s healthcare sector, promising to alleviate the burden of medical tourism and retain billions in healthcare spending within the continent. For decades, a significant number of Africans have sought specialized treatment abroad, incurring exorbitant costs and straining national health systems. With an estimated savings of $6 to $10 billion annually, the Centre’s establishment directly addresses the urgent need for advanced medical infrastructure, aiming to reduce reliance on overseas treatment and provide world-class healthcare services locally. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and staffed by leading medical professionals, the facility is set to become a beacon of hope for patients requiring spe...

By Godwill Arthur-Mensah Accra, June 13, GNA–Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has praised nurses and midwives for calling-off their nationwide strike, which began on June 2,2025. Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Friday, Mr Ayariga, also the Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, acknowledged the essential role of nurses and midwives in healthcare delivery in the country. The Majority Leader said government representatives will engage the leadership of the nurses and midwives again on Thursday, June 26 for further negotiations on their conditions of service. Dr Mark Kurt Nawaane, the Chairperson of Parliament’s Health Committee, joined the Majority Leader in commending the nurses and midwives on their decision to suspend their industrial action. The Health Committee of Parliament on Thursday, June 12, 2025, held a crunch meeting with the executives of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) at Parliament House to find an amica...

Aspiring healthcare professionals now have the opportunity to pursue their passion for medicine and related fields through specialized programs. Medical courses with D+ options provide inclusive opportunities for individuals with diverse academic backgrounds to pursue a career in healthcare. Find medical courses with D+ offered in Kenyan colleges below and where to apply. Key takeaways Students with a D+ grade in Kenya can pursue diploma and certificate medical courses. These courses emphasize practical training and prepare students for real-world responsibilities. The courses open up opportunities for those who want to work in hospitals, clinics, and community health settings. Medical courses with D+ offered in Kenyan colleges Gone are the days when you had to get a mean grade of C and above for you to enroll in any medical courses. There are plenty of certificate courses in medicine that you can study with a mean grade of D+. Here is a list to choose f...

Two of the first drugs proven to slow down Alzheimer's disease will be denied to NHS patients from this week - unless they pay to go private. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has refused the 'miracle' drugs lecanemab and donanemab for use on the NHS as they are too expensive to justify. This means over 70,000 patients in England will be denied the 'game-changing' drugs, found to slow cognitive decline by an average of four to seven months, unless they can afford tens of thousands of pounds a year for private treatment. After a positive drug trial in 2022, lecanemab (brand name Leqembi) made by Eisai, and donanemab (marketed as Kisunla), made by Eli Lilly, were proven to clear toxic amyloid protein from the brain and thus slow the underlying cause of dementia. Campaigners hailed it as 'the beginning of the end' of Alzheimer's. Iain Hartnell, Research Communications Officer at Alzheimer's S...

Click here to visit the Scotland home page for the latest news and sport Health Secretary Neil Gray faced mounting pressure to quit last night after Scots doctors launched an unprecedented attack saying they don’t trust him. In an extraordinary row with under-fire Mr Gray over pay talks, the British Medical Association Scotland accused the minister of ‘an egregious breach of trust.’ The organisation - which represents 16,000 NHS staff - said: ‘When you look someone in the eye, shake hands and then do something completely different, it inevitably raises real questions of trust.’ The BMA’s outburst comes just days after it was revealed the beleagured minister had been chauffeur-driven to a pub, despite official records stating he had been taken to a ‘personal address’. The Scottish Government was forced to admit Mr Gray’s trip to the Brig O’Don pub, in Aberdeen, was for a ‘personal engagement,’ rather than any duties related to his government role. ...

Clinical lecturers at the University of Calabar have commenced indefinite withdrawal of their services over what they describe as deliberate exclusion from the ongoing selection process for the institution’s next Vice Chancellor. The decision conveyed in a letter dated 13th June 2025 and addressed to the Vice Chancellor was issued under the auspices of the Medical and Dental Consultants’ Association of Nigeria (MDCAN), University of Calabar Teaching Hospital chapter. The group said its members have been unjustly disenfranchised following the publication of an advertorial in a national newspaper on May 27, 2025, which it claims effectively bars clinical lecturers from applying for the top job. According to the letter, signed by MDCAN Chairman Dr. Patience Odusolu and Secretary Dr. Ehiosun Aigbomian, the group had earlier submitted memos to the University’s Governing Council on June 2 and June 9, demanding a retraction of the advertorial and the issuance of an inclusive notice...