More than 6.1 billion people—roughly three-quarters of the global population—are now protected by at least one tobacco control measure under the World Health Organization’s (WHO) MPOWER strategy. This milestone was revealed in WHO’s Global Tobacco Epidemic 2025 report, launched on June 23 at the World Conference on Tobacco Control in Dublin. The MPOWER package, introduced…
What you need to know: “Nakasongola has benefited from mosquito net distribution, and we have other malaria prevention strategies in place. But clearly, we need more community involvement,” Dr Atwine. Thank you for reading Nation.Africa Show plans At least 40 percent of patients seeking care at various health facilities in Nakasongola District are diagnosed with…
The House of Representatives on Tuesday unveiled plans to investigate the implementation of National Health Insurance scheme across the country. The resolution was passed sequel to the adoption of a motion on matter of urgent public importance sponsored by Hon. Billy Osawaru, who expressed grave concern over the public outcry on the scheme as well…
The Anambra State Government has unveiled a series of major development initiatives, including the construction of a state rehabilitation centre to tackle mental health challenges, as it prepares to open the Solution Fun City to the public on Saturday, June 28, 2025 Recall that the Solution Fun City, part of the legacy projects built by…
It often starts quietly. A slight pounding in your chest. A little breathlessness on a short walk. Maybe a visit to the doctor reveals numbers that are higher than they should be. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of those silent conditions that often creeps in without much warning. The good news?…
Pregnancy is a delicate moment for mothers. They are most susceptible to serious complications, some which are fatal. One of the major problems that usually develop or manifest during pregnancy is preeclampsia, a condition associated with high blood pressure. According to the World Health Organization, it affects between 5.6 per cent and 6.5 per cent…
READ MORE: Urgent cancer warning over popular tanning product Robert F Kennedy Junior is no stranger to a wellness routine, but his latest one is raising eyebrows as critics point out the health secretary’s hobby could cause cancer . RFK Jr, 71, was snapped leaving a tanning salon in Washington, DC last week surrounded by…
