In a move to prevent 50 million premature deaths over the next five decades, the World Health Organisation (WHO) is urging countries to increase one-off health taxes on tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks by 50%, targeting 2035. While unveiling the global campaign, WHO stated that the initiative, “3 by 35,” aims to curb chronic and noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), which currently account for over 75% of global deaths, while also boosting…

A group of researchers has urged the public to reconsider following anti-inflammatory food trends aimed at slowing down the ageing process. Anti-inflammatory foods are specific diets believed to reduce inflammation in the body, promote good health, and help prevent chronic diseases. “Inflammaging” refers to a chronic, low-grade form of inflammation commonly associated with ageing, while inflammation itself is the body’s natural response to infection and injury. Some researchers believe that…

Scientists have discovered a groundbreaking method to transform plastic waste into paracetamol.

The Lagos State Government has launched the implementation phase of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Executive Order mandating compulsory health insurance for all residents of the state. At an event held at the Ministry of Health Conference Room in Alausa, the government inaugurated the Management Committee (ManCo) of the Lagos Private Health Partnership (LPHP), which will lead the rollout of the health insurance initiative. Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi,…

A newly emerging Covid variant, NB.1.8.1—commonly referred to as the Nimbus strain—is rapidly gaining ground in the United Kingdom (UK), sparking concern among health experts due to a particularly painful symptom. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reports a near 10% surge in Covid-related hospital admissions, with 947 patients hospitalised in the week ending 31 May. Confirmed cases have also increased by 6.9%, reaching 1,211 infections in the week to…

The management of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) Medical Centre has praised Attack Against Asthma, a non-governmental organisation (NGO) for donating 79 inhalers to their health facility. According to the founder of the NGO, Temitope Omosebi, the initiative aims to improve asthma care, promote asthma awareness, and reduce asthma-related mortality in Nigeria. In a document shared recently with New Daily Prime, it was noted that the donation would be used…

The Jigawa State Government has begun enrolling 400 political appointees into its health insurance scheme to strengthen healthcare delivery and promote universal health coverage. This was announced by Ismail Ibrahim, spokesperson to the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), in a statement on Friday. SSG Bala Ibrahim-Mamsa launched the exercise in his office, Dutse, stating it follows the State Executive Council’s approval and a recent amendment to the law establishing…

Bowel cancer rates are climbing in Nigeria and worldwide – and experts believe fibre deficiency may be fueling the trend. Colorectal cancer, once considered rare in Nigeria, is now becoming a growing public health concern. While incidence rates remain lower than in Western nations, recent studies and clinical observations point to a steady rise in colorectal cancer cases across the country, especially among younger patients. Alarmingly, most of these cases…

That late-night snack you crave? It could be quietly sabotaging your health. While grabbing food late at night might feel comforting—especially after a long day or while working late—science says it’s far from harmless. In this article, The New Daily Prime breaks down why eating late at night is unhealthy and what it does to your body over time. Is Eating Late at Night Bad for You? Short answer: Yes.…

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving maternal and child health in Nigeria, with a targeted goal of reducing the maternal mortality rate by 20% and the under-five mortality rate by 15% by the year 2027. This was disclosed by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, during a ceremony in Enugu State where 10,000 professional kits were distributed to midwives. The event,…

A new blood test may soon allow people with coeliac disease to get a diagnosis without eating gluten – a major breakthrough for sufferers of the condition. Researchers from the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute (WEHI) in Australia have developed a test that can detect coeliac disease using a simple blood sample, even if the person is on a strict gluten-free diet. Their findings were published in the journal Gastroenterology.…

The President of the Read and Earn Federation for United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO REF), Abdulsalami Ladigbolu-Oranmiyan, has urged President chilBola Tinubu to step up efforts to eliminate child labour in Nigeria, calling it a pressing moral and national responsibility. In a statement issued to mark both the International Day Against Child Labour and Nigeria’s Democracy Day, Ladigbolu-Oranmiyan emphasised that the protection of children must be central…