Taiwanese actress, Barbie Hsu, who was popularly known across Asia has died from a respiratory illness. She was 48. Hsu passed away after developing pneumonia during a family trip to Japan over the Lunar New Year holiday, the younger of her two sisters was quoted as saying. ‘My dearest and kindest sister Barbie Hsu sadly left us due to …
Bomadi LG Chairman Distributes Free Drugs to Combat Cholera Outbreak
To prevent the spread of cholera in Bomadi Local Government Area, Delta State, Chairman Rawlings Andaye has distributed free medication to all primary healthcare centres across the region. This initiative, which came in advance of any recorded cases, aims to curb the spread of the disease and ensure swift response in case of emergency. The …
U.S. Grants HIV Treatment Aid Waiver to Nigeria and 54 Other Countries
U.S. Approves Emergency HIV Treatment Support for Nigeria and 54 Other Countries The U.S. government has approved an “emergency humanitarian waiver” to continue funding HIV treatment in 55 countries, including Nigeria. When former U.S. President Donald Trump took office, he ordered a pause on funding for HIV treatment in developing countries as part of a …
Dwyane Wade Reveals He Had 40% of His Kidney Removed After Cancer Diagnosis
Hall of Fame basketball star Dwyane Wade has revealed that he underwent surgery to remove a cancerous tumor from his kidney. The 43-year-old retired NBA guard shared his health battle on the latest episode of his podcast, The WY Network, on January 30. Wade disclosed that 13 months ago, doctors removed 40% of his right …
This could result in significant setbacks to progress – WHO reacts to Trump cutting HIV funding
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised alarm over the immediate suspension of funding for HIV programs in low- and middle-income countries, including Nigeria. This funding, primarily provided through the United States President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), supports life-saving HIV therapy for over 30 million people globally. WHO warns that the funding pause …
South Africa’s US-funded hospital stops transgender services
A clinic in Hillbrow, Johannesburg, which provides essential healthcare services to the transgender community, is one of the many centres impacted by the United States’ decision to freeze funding to several of its international beneficiaries. The Wits Reproductive Health and HIV Institute’s transgender health programme, previously supported by USAID, has been forced to close some …
U.S. Public Health Officials Ordered to Cease Collaboration with WHO
The United States has abruptly ordered its public health officials to suspend all collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), effective immediately. In a memo obtained by the Associated Press, Dr. John Nkengasong, a senior official at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), instructed agency staff to stop participating in any activities involving …
Former AFL Star and MND Advocate Honoured as 2025 Australian of the Year
Neale Daniher AO, former AFL player and co-founder of the FightMND charity, has been named the Australian of the Year for 2025. According to 9 NEWS, Daniher, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) in 2013, defied medical expectations by dedicating over a decade to raising awareness and funds for the fight against this …
WHO issues statement on the United States’ announcement on intent to withdraw
The World Health Organisation has responded to President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw US membership from the United Nations-led health agency. “The World Health Organisation regrets the announcement that the United States of America intends to withdraw from the Organisation,” Director-General of WHO, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus wrote in a post. “We hope the United States …
Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton confirms her cancer is in remission
The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, has confirmed that her cancer is in remission, expressing heartfelt gratitude to the Royal Marsden Hospital staff who provided her with exceptional care during her treatment. Kate made a surprise visit to the London hospital, marking a significant moment in her personal recovery journey just four months after completing …