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NOA Urges Nigerians to Monitor Heart Health on World Heart Day

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has called on Nigerians to regularly check their blood pressure and cholesterol levels as part of efforts to prevent Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs). Mr. Ahmad Tijjani, NOA Director in Jigawa, gave the advice in a message to mark the 2025 World Heart Day on Monday in Dutse. World Heart Day, observed every Sept. 29, is aimed at raising awareness about CVDs, which remain the leading cause of death globally and a growing concern in Nigeria. According to Tijjani, CVDs account for nearly 18…

Brazil’s Ex-President Jair Bolsonaro Diagnosed with Skin Cancer While Under House Arrest

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been diagnosed with an early stage of skin cancer, doctors confirmed Wednesday, following his second hospitalization in less than a week. Medical tests revealed the presence of squamous cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer, after lesions were removed from his chest and arms during a recent procedure. His oncologist, Claudio Birolini, described the condition as “intermediate” but emphasized that it remains localized and treatable. Bolsonaro, 70, was admitted to a…

Dayo Amusa Shares HIV Test Result, Urges Fans to Get Tested

Nollywood actress Dayo Amusa has taken to Instagram to share her updated HIV test result, using the moment to encourage her fans and followers to know their status. In her post on September 15, 2025, Amusa emphasized the importance of regular testing, outlining benefits such as early access to treatment, prevention of transmission, protection of loved ones, peace of mind, and the reduction of stigma associated with the virus. “To whom it may concern. Updated result dated 15th September 2025. I still feel the…

FCT Doctors Begin Indefinite Strike Over ‘Failed Health System’

Doctors under the umbrella of the Association of Resident Doctors, Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCTA), have commenced an indefinite strike following what they described as the refusal of the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, and the administration to address their demands. The strike, which began on Monday, September 15, 2025, follows the expiration of a seven-day warning strike. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, ARD-FCTA President, Dr. George Ebong, said the decision was reached after a congress of…

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