Category: Health

FG Vows Total Crackdown as Marwa Unveils Action Plan—War on Drugs, UN Demands Results

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In a relentless crackdown on narcotics, the Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to crushing drug cartels and preventing substance abuse across Nigeria. Moving beyond law enforcement, the government is expanding rehabilitation access and prioritizing public healthcare to safeguard the well-being of all citizens. This was disclosed in a statement released on Wednesday by the NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi. According to the statement, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, gave the assurance at the opening ceremony of the National Drug Use…

1976 All Over Again? UK Faces Prolonged Heatwave as Urgent Amber Alerts Issued

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Amber and yellow heat-health alerts are active across England as the UK braces for a historic, prolonged heatwave. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) officially issued the amber heat-health alerts on Monday, 6 July 2026. The warnings are scheduled to remain active from 9:00 AM on Wednesday, 8 July until 9:00 PM on Sunday, 12 July 2026. They cover regions across the Midlands, eastern, and southern England. Temperatures are forecast to soar up to 36°C (97°F) in parts of southern England this week. However, the weather will vary sharply by…

​₦10bn Bauchi Health Intervention: BASAM Vows Oversight to Ensure Accountability

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Following the Federal Government’s launch of a ₦10 billion healthcare intervention in Bauchi State, the Bauchi State Accountability Mechanism for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (BASAM) has pledged to closely monitor the implementation of the massive investment. ​The Federal Government recently rolled out the intervention to improve maternal and newborn healthcare across the state. The package includes the distribution of emergency obstetric and neonatal equipment, medical commodities, ambulances, and delivery kits to various healthcare facilities. ​Reacting to the development, BASAM’s CSO Co-chair, Abu John Yusuf, stated…

From ‘Tech Neck’ to ‘Smartphone Pinky’: 5 Ways Your Phone is Warping Your Health

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Many may find it astonishing that excessive mobile phone usage is directly linked to five distinct health challenges. Documented by BBC Hausa on Tuesday, July 7, Sooth News has translated this crucial report into English for the benefit of our extensive readership both at home and abroad. According to BBC Hausa, electronic devices like smartphones silently impact our health in numerous ways, though actionable steps can minimize these risks. When discussing the physical toll of mobile devices, the brain is the primary area of concern. Journalist Thomas Germain recently highlighted…

Nearly 1,000 Benefit as Senator Buba Sponsors Flood Response Medical Outreach

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Nearly 1,000 residents of Bara Community in Kirfi Local Government Area of Bauchi State have benefited from a free medical outreach sponsored by Bauchi South Senator, Shehu Buba Umar, as part of efforts to cushion the health impact of the recent flood disaster in the area. The outreach, conducted at the Bara Primary Health Care Centre (PHC), offered beneficiaries a range of healthcare services, including medical consultations, malaria testing and treatment, blood pressure and blood sugar screening, Hepatitis B screening, treatment of common ailments, health education…

Breaking Barriers in Bauchi Community: ActionAid and ASHH Foundation Equip Women for Local Governance and Economic Growth

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Women in the Yelwan Kumdum community have achieved a significant milestone in leadership and economic independence, thanks to targeted interventions by the Attah Sister Helping Hand (ASHH) Foundation. Driven by the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership (RWVL) Project—implemented by ActionAid Nigeria and funded by Global Affairs Canada—the initiative successfully established a dedicated Women’s Hub. Through this platform, 30 local women received intensive training in core governance skills, including leadership, conflict resolution, and collective advocacy, to amplify their voices in local decision-making and grassroots development. ​To turn…

Mother Rescued From Venezuela Rubble With 19-Day-Old Infant Reveals How The Baby Helped Her Survive

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In a deeply emotional moment, a mother pulled from the rubble of her collapsed home in Venezuela revealed how her 18-day-old newborn helped keep her alive during the ordeal. As reported by the BBC on Monday, June 29, survivor Dayana Patino said her newborn son Juan David gave her “motivation to be awake and alert” “As long as he was alive, I was going to be alive. Every now and then I was touching his nose for proof that he was still breathing,” she said. Footage of the rescue has…

MSF Expands Fight Against Child Malnutrition with Community-Based Nutrition Programme

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has launched a nutrition intervention programme in Kebbi State aimed at addressing the growing burden of child malnutrition through the use of “Tom Brown,” a locally produced food supplement made from sorghum, soya beans, and groundnuts. The initiative is expected to benefit more than 16,000 children suffering from moderate acute malnutrition by the end of 2026. MSF said the programme was introduced following a sharp rise in severe acute malnutrition cases recorded between 2024 and 2025. According to the organisation, children with…

NEHI Promotes Menstrual Health Awareness with New Guide for Young Girls

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar A Bauchi-based women-led Civil Society Organisation (CSO), Nurture and Empower Her Initiative (NEHI), has unveiled a menstrual hygiene management handbook designed to educate and empower adolescent girls with accurate information about menstruation and personal hygiene. The handbook, titled “Bleed with Pride,” was officially presented to the public during an event held at Government Girls College (GGC), Bauchi, on Wednesday. The launch brought together line state line MDAs, students from GGC and several other schools across the Bauchi metropolis, who participated in interactive sessions focused on menstrual…

​”Every Drop Counts”: MWAN Targets Maternal Deaths with New Blood Drive in Bauchi

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar To combat Nigeria’s high maternal mortality rates, the Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN), Bauchi State Chapter, launched a targeted blood donation campaign at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital. Held to mark World Blood Donor Day 2026 under the theme “Give Blood, Save a Mother: Every Drop Counts,” the initiative addresses postpartum haemorrhage (PPH)—excessive bleeding after childbirth—which remains a leading cause of maternal deaths in the country. The campaign is part of the three-year AIM MNCNH Innovations Project, a 16-state initiative led by the…