Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has stressed the importance of African leaders in developing a proactive, resilient, and visionary African health strategy. He emphasised that such a strategy must be capable of addressing both the current needs arising from past pandemic experiences and fortifying the continent against future global health security threats. Governor Sanwo-Olu made this statement while speaking at the opening of the 10th African Conference on One Health and Biosecurity, themed “From Ebola to COVID-19 and Beyond: Strengthening Africa’s Capacity to Address Emerging Global Health Security Threats.” The event was held on Wednesday at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Represented by his deputy, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, Sanwo-Olu added that as the continent looks beyond the recent pandemic, African leaders must prioritize strengthening national health systems
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Novel Ford’s showroom at Oshakati is a new car dealer doubling up as a service centre. Though Namibia is seen as ‘bakkie country’, especially the northern parts of the country, they also sell smaller family cars, sales manager Anton Kandjimbi says. Novel Ford stocks all Ford 4×4 and 4×2 vehicles, like the Ford flagship brands Ranger, Everest and Tremor. Kandjimbi says the Raptor is the all-time favourite, as the dealer cannot keep up with demand. “As you can see on the floor, there is no Ranger Raptor here – as soon as one arrives, it is gone,” he says. The Raptor is a popular vehicle with its powerful engine and aggressive appearance. Its factory specifications are pretty impressive among those who either drive or want to drive this vehicle. The
Nov
It has been projected that by the end of 2025, not fewer than a total of 1,700,000 pregnant women dwelling in rural areas across 15 selected states across the country would have been reach by the Federal Government through its National Emergency Medical and Ambulance System (NEMSAS) implemented rural emergency and maternal transportation services. The disclosure was made by Dr Saidu Ahmed Dumbulwa, the National Programme Manager, NEMSAS, in Damaturu at stakeholders’ engagement ahead of the implementation of the project in Yobe State. Represented by Ahmed Lawan-Tijjani, a NEMSAS Resource Person, the National Programme Manager of NEMSAS explained that the exercise which is to be rolled out across 15 states of the Federation is geared towards demand-driven generation, behavioural change and strengthening governance. He stressed the importance of the state
Nov
A Form Four candidate from Laliat Secondary School, Kericho county, successfully welcomed a bouncing baby girl The 18-year-old was rushed to Kericho County Referral Hospital in distress, which forced her to undergo a caesarean section After welcoming her fruit of the womb, the teenage mother sat for her first two papers hours later On Monday, November 4, a young girl from Kericho county began her motherhood journey after successfully giving birth. Students sitting for an exam (l). Feet of a newborn baby (r). Credit: Getty Images/Simon Maina, LordHenriVoton.Source: Getty Images Kericho candidate gives birth at Kericho hospital The teenage mother delivered her bundle of joy hours before starting the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination. The Laliat Secondary School student welcomed a healthy baby girl at the Kericho County
Looking to drive a healthier weight, get stronger or simply feel healthier? Protein will be your new best friend. Protein builds muscle, keeps your hunger in check, and strengthens your hair, skin and nails. But packing more of the good stuff into your routine is sometimes easier said than done – especially if you struggle to find time to cook meals from scratch or have recently gone vegan. Here’s how to sneak more protein into your everyday diet: MEAL PREPPING Prepping your favourite protein options ahead of time can make it simple to add them to future meals. Store pre-prepped proteins in the refrigerator and then reheat them to add to salads, casseroles, tacos, and other items throughout the week. Just be sure to follow food safety rules to avoid
Nov
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) have harmonised their regulatory and certification activities to expedite approval processes for businesses as well as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This initiative, approved by the Boards of both authorities, aims to reduce the cost of regulatory approvals and product certifications while also providing significant time savings. Local manufacturers will no longer have to navigate two separate processes to obtain regulatory approval from the FDA and certification from the GSA. The harmonisation involves sharing data and clarifying testing and inspection procedures, leading to lower fees and faster turnaround times. Dr Delese Mimi Darko, Chief Executive Officer of the FDA, and Prof. Alexander Dodoo, Director-General of the GSA, together emphasized that the initiative would substantially cut down costs and
Nov
Featured Graphic.com.gh Nov – 04 – 2024 , 14:46 A clinical oncologist, Dr Edwina Ayaaba Ayavilah has called on the government to provide strategic support and investment to expand radiotherapy facilities nationwide in the battle against breast cancer. She emphasized that cultural beliefs often hinder timely medical care, advocating for ongoing, year-round awareness campaigns and localized research to better understand cancer trends in Ghana and across Africa. Dr. Ayavilah was speaking at the “Blossoms of Hope” breast cancer awareness event organized by Goldkey Properties and the UK Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) in Accra on Thursday, October 24. The event aimed to raise awareness about breast cancer, focusing on prevention, early detection, and treatment options. Held at Cantonments City Green Park and supported by Blue Skies Ghana LTD, “Blossoms of
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, has acknowledged that the company made errors in censoring COVID-19-related content during the pandemic and expressed regret for not resisting pressure from the Biden administration. In a letter to the US House Judiciary Committee, Zuckerberg detailed how senior White House officials exerted pressure on the social media giant to remove […]
Many adults, especially those over 60, take daily fish oil supplements to maintain heart health due to their high omega-3 fatty acid content. However, a new study suggests that regular fish oil use may increase the risk of first-time stroke and atrial fibrillation in people with good cardiovascular health. Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an […]
Nightmares and hallucinations, or ‘daymares’, may signal the onset of autoimmune diseases like lupus, according to an international team led by the University of Cambridge and King’s College London. The team emphasizes the need for greater acknowledgment of mental health and neurological symptoms as potential early warnings of disease worsening. They surveyed 676 lupus patients, […]
May
Adrian Gore, CEO of Discovery, has reassured medical aid members that the recent signing of the National Health Insurance (NHI) into law will not affect their cover and benefits for a considerable time. Gore acknowledged that President Ramaphosa’s approval of the NHI Act has caused anxiety but urged members to focus on the facts. He […]
A 30-year study conducted in the US found that consuming ultra-processed foods may lead to a slightly higher risk of premature death. The research, published in The BMJ, suggests that while not all ultra-processed food products need to be restricted, limiting certain types could benefit long-term health. Ultra-processed foods include packaged baked goods, snacks, soft […]
May
In a heartwarming show of solidarity and support, an Indian record holder is extending words of encouragement to Nigerians, emphasizing the importance of collaboration rather than competition. This message comes in the wake of Hilda Baci’s remarkable achievement in the Cook-a-Thon event, which captivated audiences worldwide. The Indian record holder’s words highlight the significance of […]