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Plateau State Closes Schools Amid Suspected Diphtheria Outbreak
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5 Sept•The Abuja Times

Plateau State Closes Schools Amid Suspected Diphtheria Outbreak

The Plateau State Government has ordered an immediate closure of all public and private schools in response to suspected diphtheria cases reported in four local government areas. This precautionary measure, effective from September 7, aims to safeguard the health of students and staff.

Doctors at UUTH Suspend Strike Following Apology and Management Pledge
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4 Sept•The Abuja Times

Doctors at UUTH Suspend Strike Following Apology and Management Pledge

Doctors at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital have called off their strike action after receiving an apology from the family of a woman accused of assaulting a physician. The hospital management has also committed to implementing stronger protections for its healthcare staff.

UNFPA Advocates for Sanitary Pad Banks in Nigerian Schools to Combat Period Poverty
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4 Sept•The Abuja Times

UNFPA Advocates for Sanitary Pad Banks in Nigerian Schools to Combat Period Poverty

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has called for the establishment of sanitary pad banks in Nigerian schools to ensure that girls do not miss classes due to menstruation. This demand was made during the Nigeria Menstrual Health Product Forum 2026, highlighting the urgent need for affordable menstrual products and better facilities.

WHO Limits Use of Ervebo Vaccine in Bundibugyo Virus Outbreak
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3 Sept•The Abuja Times

WHO Limits Use of Ervebo Vaccine in Bundibugyo Virus Outbreak

The World Health Organization has announced that the Ervebo vaccine should be administered only within a research framework during the Bundibugyo virus outbreak, emphasizing the need for further evidence on its efficacy.

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