Health
AIHWA’s Diabetic Retinopathy Campaign Brings Sight-Saving Care Home To Imo State …As Experts Raise Awareness On Risk Factors
By Ifeanyichukwu Ibe… The American Initiative for Health and Wellness in Africa (AIHWA) has concluded its 2026 Diabetic Retinopathy Campaign which offered patients within and outside Imo State free diagnosis
The trouble with Nigeria’s healthcare system
By Michael Owhoko, Ph.D The quality of a country’s healthcare system is a mirror image of its leaders’ commitment to citizens’ health. Countries like Singapore, Japan, South Korea and Switzerland
St. Joseph’s Hospital Graduates 32 Nurses …Reaffirms Commitment To Excellence
It was indeed a mark of academic pride as St. Joseph’s Hospital, Owerri, last Saturday, graduated 32 students from its Nursing Training Programme. This cheering feat marked another significant milestone
AMLSN Imo Branch Chairman Chijioke Obinna Calls for Renewed Action on HIV Testing, Stigma Reduction, Quality Care as World Marks AIDS Day 2025
As the world commemorates World AIDS Day 2025, the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN), Imo State Branch, has renewed its call for stronger HIV testing services, improved
Min of Women Affairs, Imo First Lady urge President Generals to checkmate GBV at grassroots
ThankGod Emeh… President Generals of Orlu, Owerri and Okigwe geopolitical zones of Imo state have been charged by the state Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare, the office of
Imo Optometrists Extol Governor Uzodimma On Health Insurance Scheme, Seek Enhanced Vision Health …Unveil eye health data
By Ifeanyichukwu Ibe… The members of the Nigerian Optometric Association, NOA, Imo State Chapter, on Sunday, June 22, commended Governor Hope Uzodimma for his achievements in the health sector of
Imo Health Insurance Scheme: Ewelike lauds Gov Uzodimma for Saving lives …Urges citizens to enroll
By Ikenna Orioha… The Executive Director of Imo State Health Insurance Agency (IMSHIA), Dr. Uche Ewelike, has lauded His Excellency, Governor Hope Uzodimma, for saving lives in the state through
Lab Scientists Call For National Health Act Implementation … say Improved Health Sector, Key to Life
ThankGod EMEH The Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria, AMLSN has called on the federal government of Nigeria to ensure the full implementation of the National Health Act 2014
Maiden Edition Of World Homeopathy Day In Nigeria: Dr Okafor, Other Experts Expose Homeopathy As Complete System Of Medicine
…also Maintain Resolve On Standard Of Practice By Chinedu Max Egere Thursday 10th of April, 2025 became a day of global history in Nigeria following the celebration of the maiden
Optometrists in Imo State urge residents to prioritize their vision as God’s precious gift …Celebrate ‘World Optometry Week’
By Ifeanyichukwu Ibe… Optometrists in Imo State under the umbrella of Nigeria Optometric Association (NOA), Imo State Chapter, have called on the residents of the state to prioritize their eye
Aihwa Vision Care, Ngor-Okpala brings breakthrough to Imo, S’East Eye Patients
…Treats diabetic retinopathy By Ifeanyichukwu Ibe… In a significant milestone, the Aihwa Integrated Medical Clinic, located along Sam Mbakwe Cargo Airport, Ngor-Okpala LGA, Imo State, has brought good news to
Imo Govt raises awareness about remodeled narcotic, “strawberry quick “
The Imo Government has raised awareness about a remodeled form of crystal meth, a narcotic, commonly known as “strawberry quick”. This is contained in a release signed by the Special
Gov Uzodimma Flags Off Health Insurance Programme at Umuezeala Owerri Headquarters in Ehime Mbano, Commends LGA Boss Nwodu
By Chinenye Chukwuma … The enrollment of three thousand three hundred (3,300) Ehime Mbano residents into Imo Care health Insurance Programme has officially commence aiming to provide affordable, equitable and
Nigeria Journalists Urged to Report Public Health To Tackle Interconnected Health Challenges
Nigeria Journalists have been urged to explore public health journalism as a vital tool for addressing interconnected challenges in human, animal, and environmental health, in line with the One Health
“Stop Taking Poisonous Water, Drinks; Change Your Water, Change Your Life With Kagen Water” –Group Warns
ThankGod Emeh… Members of the general public are advised to rethink the Nature and type of water they drink which makes them to either catch ill and die faster or
AMLSN Leadership Crisis Over, Odionyema Takes Over As National President
BY WISDOM JOHNSON, BENIN CITY The leadership crisis rocking the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria has been resolved by the stakeholders of the organization, who charted the way
Nigeria commits to ending pediatric HIV infection
As Nigeria faces urgent challenge in ending Mother-to-Child HIV transmission, the Federal government has taken a decisive step in the fight against HIV & AIDS by inaugurating a Prevention of
Tragic Killing of IPOB Supporter Sparks Fear in Mbaise Community
Mbaise, Imo State – Tragedy struck in Mbaise as Collins Chima Eze, a well-known supporter of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), was killed by unidentified gunmen in his hometown
World Menstrual Hygiene Day: Foundation distributes 10,000 sanitary pads to students in Imo
The Ike Odoeme Foundation, a Non Governmental Organisation (NGO), has distributed 10,000 sanitary pads to students in Imo, to mark the 2024 World Menstrual Hygiene Day. Our correspondent reports that
Brightstar Specialist Hospital, Owerri Kicks Off 1-Month Free Medical Service to Imo Residents
The Management of Brightstar Specialist Hospital, Owerri, Imo State has commenced one (1) Month free medical service to residents of the state. The Founder of the hospital Nneka Green said
NAFDAC alerts public to falsified chloroquine tablets in circulation in Nigeria
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a public alert regarding the sale of a falsified brand of Chloroquine Phosphate tablets. The counterfeit
Imo AGN Members, Others To Receive Free Comprehensive Medical Service Feb 10
In the spirit of Valentine Season, members of Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, Imo State Chapter shall receive Free Medical Service on Saturday February 10, 2024 to ensure sound health
WCD: Embrace Contraceptives Options For Your Own Good –Group Advise
ThankGod Emeh… As September 26 every year is marked as World Contraception Day to create global awareness for the place of contraception in society, people of reproductive age and maturity
Gov. Hope Uzodimma Shared Prosperity Government Saving Lives Through Imo State Health Insurance Agency
By Kachy Madukaego (08034055432)… Imo State Health Insurance Agency, IMSHIA was established by an act of Imo State House of Assembly, it was assented in 2018, the law ensures that
ACMSHT Opens, Call For Application Into Paramedics Programme for 2022/2023 Academic Year
A renowned medical institution in South Eastern Nigeria, Awgu College Of Medical Science and Health Technology, Enugu State is now admitting students into her Paramedics Programme for 2022/2023 Academic Year.
