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An Associate Professor of Medicine and Consultant Cardiologist at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital, Dr. Boma Oyan, has warned that excessive alcohol consumption poses serious health risks, affecting the heart, liver, brain and other vital organs. Speaking in an interview with Today FM Correspondent, Odinakachi Celestine, Dr. Oyan expressed support for efforts to ban
Italy has placed 19 of its major cities under the highest “red” heat alert as a fresh heatwave grips the country, prompting health authorities to warn of serious risks to public health. Cities under the maximum alert include Rome, Milan, Venice and Naples, with temperatures climbing into the mid-30s degrees Celsius across much of the
The World Health Organization (WHO) says the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the largest in the country’s history. According to the WHO, as of July 30, the country had recorded 3,605 confirmed cases, including 1,587 deaths, representing a fatality rate of 44 percent. The UN health agency said the
A Professor of Urology and Head of Urology at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital, Professor Ovundah Jack-Omodo, has dismissed claims that frequent sexual intercourse or ejaculating at least 21 times a month can prevent prostate cancer, describing the assertion as a myth with no scientific basis. Speaking in an interview with Today FM’s Odinakachi
The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) has unveiled its Department of Cardiology and launched advanced cardiac diagnostic services as part of efforts to strengthen specialised heart care in Rivers State and beyond. The Chief Medical Director of RSUTH, Professor Chizindu Alikor, disclosed this during the hospital’s 2026 Cardiology Day celebration held at the IDU
Rivers State Deputy Governor, Professor Ngozi Nma Odu, has described an award presented to her by the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Rivers State Branch, as recognition of her longstanding support for the medical profession. Professor Odu made the remark after receiving the honour at the 2026 NMA Rivers State Branch Dinner and Award Night held
The Rivers State Government has commended the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Rivers State Branch, for its commitment to promoting medical excellence and strengthening healthcare delivery in the state. Speaking at the 2026 Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the NMA in Port Harcourt, Secretary to the State Government, Dagogo Wokoma, described the association as
The Rivers State Deputy Governor and Chairman of the State Task Force on Primary Healthcare, Professor Ngozi Nma-Odu, has commended members of the task force for their commitment to strengthening primary healthcare delivery across the state. Professor Nma-Odu gave the commendation during the 2026 second-quarter review meeting of the task force at Government House, Port
The Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) at the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) has called on healthcare professionals to take a more active role in tackling the growing problem of drug abuse across the country. Speaking at a symposium to mark the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, ARD President, Dr.
The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, Rivers State Branch, has appealed for intervention following the impact of the Rumuosi land dispute on its property. State Chairman of the society, Lekia Princewill, said its multi-million-naira professional resource and drug analysis centre, which is about 80 per cent completed, has been affected by the crisis. Meanwhile, leaders of
