Meningitis

Teen Almost Dies From Meningitis After Sharing A Vape And Drinks During Night Out: Symptoms To Look Out For

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Teen Almost Dies From Meningitis After Sharing A Vape And Drinks During Night Out: Symptoms To Look Out For

A teenager left unconscious after contracting meningitis believes she almost died from the infection, which she suspects she caught after sharing a vape and drinks on a night out. Eighteen-year-old Sian Alderton contracted bacterial meningitis, a rare infection causing brain inflammation, after a night out with friends in Norwich, Norfolk. Initially believing she had a … Read more

Doctor Warns Of ‘Sloth Fever’ As 19 Europeans Fall Sick: Symptoms, Risks, And What To Do If Infected

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Doctor Warns Of ‘Sloth Fever’ As 19 Europeans Fall Sick: Symptoms, Risks, And What To Do If Infected

A serious warning has been issued to the European Union following a concerning rise in cases of the oropouche virus, commonly referred to as “sloth fever.” The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has reported 19 confirmed cases of the virus within five European countries, all of which were imported from South America. … Read more

2.7 million children unprotected globally- Report

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2.7 million children unprotected globally- Report

In a new report, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said global childhood immunisation coverage has stalled, leaving about 2.7 million children un- and under-vaccinated. This was contained in the latest WHO and UNICEF estimates of national immunisation coverage (WUENIC) published by WHO on Monday on its website. UNICEF Executive … Read more

NAFDAC raises alarm over fake anti-bacteria injection, deadly cough syrup

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NAFDAC raises alarm over fake anti-bacteria injection, deadly cough syrup

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians against circulating suspected fake “Tandak Injections” nationwide. The agency warned Nigerians, particularly healthcare providers, against using the counterfeit “TANDAK injection 1.5g powder and water for injection,” saying the counterfeit is currently being sold to the unsuspecting public. The product is said … Read more