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Which of the following best describes zero-order kinetics?

Queenmary Ikuejamofo — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:02:54 +0000

Which of the following best describes zero-order kinetics? A. Drug elimination is proportional to plasma concentration B. A constant amount of drug is eliminated per unit time C. Half-life remains constant regardless of dose D. Clearance increases with concentration Which receptor type is directly linked to ion channel opening? A. G-protein coupled receptors B. Nuclear […]

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Nestlé, FG, OPS-WASH Launch Handbook to Improve Water Quality

Temitope Obayendo — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:58:21 +0000

Nestlé Nigeria Plc, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation and the Organised Private Sector in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (OPS-WASH), has launched a National Water Quality Advocacy Handbook to promote safe water practices and protect public health. The handbook was unveiled at the Annual Water Quality Conference held in […]

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Nominate Pharmanews, Others as NHEA Opens 2026 Nominations

Admin — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:40:16 +0000

The Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award (NHEA) has announced the commencement of nominations for its 2026 edition, marking the 12th Year of its existence and reaffirming its commitment to improving standards in Nigeria’s healthcare sector. Pharmanews- Nigeria’s leading health journal, has emerged winner seven times in the print category, following rigorous planning and strategic improvements. […]

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PSN Condemns Pharmacy Law Amendments, Warns of Public Health Risks

Temitope Obayendo — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:51:00 +0000

The Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN) has cautioned against proposed amendments to pharmacy legislation, warning that such changes could weaken regulatory independence and pose serious risks to public health. The warning was issued on Tuesday by PSN President, Pharm. Tanko Ayuba, during the opening of the 2026 PSN Colloquium held at the Banquet Hall in […]

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Troop Pharma, New Height Partner to Boost Vitamin C Access

Adebayo Oladejo — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:47:47 +0000

In a move aimed at strengthening access to essential medicines and improving pharmaceutical distribution in Nigeria, Troop Pharmaceutical Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with New Height Pharmaceuticals Limited for the nationwide distribution of its flagship product, Troop-C Vitamin C supplement. The agreement, formalised on 1 April 2026, at the indoor hall of […]

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Lagos Pharmacy Leaders Seek Efficient Hospital, Drug Delivery Systems

Admin — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:03:34 +0000

Stakeholders in the pharmaceutical sector have called for strengthened hospital and administrative pharmacy systems to improve efficient and safe drug delivery across public health facilities in Lagos State. The call was made at a two-day summit for Heads of Pharmacy Units in the Lagos State Public Service held recently at Orchid Hotel, Lekki, with […]

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Malala Fund, Stakeholders Call for Increased Investment in Girl-Child Education

News Agency Report — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:52:39 +0000

Experts have called for greater investment in girl-child education to reduce gender disparities and improve access, retention, and completion rates for millions of Nigerian girls, stressing the need for systemic reforms. The call was made on Tuesday in Abuja during a high-level policy dialogue organised by the Malala Fund on financing the future of […]

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African Govts Urged to Boost Health Research, Data Funding

News Agency Report — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:35:29 +0000

Professor of Global Health Education and Research Leadership at the Medical Research Council (MRC), The Gambia, Prof. Assan Jaye, has called on African governments to prioritise funding for health research to ensure sustainability. Jaye made the call in Abuja at a high-level workshop on Pan-African Health and Clinical Trials Data Sharing, adding that it […]

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Pandemics are Inevitable, Require Preparedness, Says Minister

News Agency Report — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:23:09 +0000

Pandemics are inevitable, and nations must be ready to respond swiftly, says Dr Iziaq Salako, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare. Salako said this at the Public Health Symposium on “Lessons on Pandemic Preparedness and Response: Insights from China and Nigeria” on Monday in Abuja. The minister warned:” The next pandemic is […]

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Gombe, UNICEF Take Immunisation Campaign to Communities

News Agency Report — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:46:32 +0000

The Gombe State Primary Health Care Development Agency is leading efforts, with support from UNICEF, to increase immunisation coverage across the state. The Executive Secretary of the agency, Dr Abdulrahama Shuaibu, disclosed this in an interview with newsmen on Monday, after an immunisation review meeting. Shuaibu said that the agency had stepped up advocacy […]

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May & Baker Targets N42bn Revenue in 2026, Reaffirms Commitment to Quality Drugs

Ranmilowo Ojalumo — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:36:00 +0000

As part of efforts to sustain growth and deepen its market presence, the foremost Nigerian pharmaceutical company, May & Baker PLC has set a revenue target of N42.3 billion for 2026. The company disclosed at the 2026 Customer Forum held on Friday, 27 March, 2026, in Lagos, where the managing director, Pharm. Patrick Ajah […]

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Building the Modern Pharmaceutical Sales Manager in Nigeria (1)

Tunde Oyeniran — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:59:01 +0000

The pharmaceutical industry remains one of the most commercially demanding sectors in Nigeria. Between increasing regulatory scrutiny, pricing pressures, extreme competition, and shifting healthcare financing structures, the commercial success of pharmaceutical organisations now depends heavily on frontline leadership quality. Among all business functions—finance, supply chain, manufacturing, regulatory, and administration—sales remain the only function that directly […]

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Provost Calls for Improved Nurses’ Remuneration

News Agency Report — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:53:03 +0000

Provost of Oasis College of Nursing Sciences, Kuje, Abuja, Mrs Mary Oritimehin, has urged government at all levels to improve nurses’ remuneration to motivate them to give their best to the profession. Oritimehin, who made the call during the matriculation of 113 students of the college in Abuja, also called for an improved working […]

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NiMet Forecasts 3-Day Dust Haze, Sunshine Nationwide

News Agency Report — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:31:15 +0000

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has projected a mix of dust haze and sunshine across the country from Monday through Wednesday. In its weather outlook released Sunday in Abuja, NiMet said northern states will experience moderate dust haze on Monday, particularly in Kebbi and Kano, with horizontal visibility expected to range between two and five […]

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Managing Stress in Later Life

Ola Aboderin — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:12:44 +0000

Ageing is often described as a gentler phase of life, a period when earlier pressures begin to reduce and a sense of stability becomes possible. In reality, however, later life also comes with its own set of challenges. While the sources of stress may change, they rarely go away. Issues like financial concerns, health […]

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Fake Drug Surge: Lagos ACPN Demands Immediate FG Action

Adebayo Oladejo — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:29:17 +0000

The Lagos State Branch of the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has urged the federal and Lagos state governments to take urgent action against the proliferation of fake, unwholesome, and substandard drugs in Nigeria’s healthcare system. The call was made by the Chairman of ACPN Lagos, Pharm. Tolulope Ajayi, during the association’s […]

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Poor Business Acumen, Low Self-Esteem, Biggest Challenges of Community Pharmacists-Sumonu

Adebayo Oladejo — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:38:27 +0000

Pharm. Ismail Kola Sumonu is the managing director of Caratiyah Pharmacy. He is also a former zonal coordinator of the Ipaja, Dopemu, Egbeda and Akowonj (IDEA) Zone of the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN), a former treasurer of ACPN Lagos State, a former publicity secretary of PSN Lagos State, and the immediate […]

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Kwara to Sanction LG Chairmen Over Poor PHC Support — Deputy Gov

News Agency Report — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:23:17 +0000

The Kwara State Government has expressed displeasure at the lackadaisical attitude of some council chairmen to routine immunisation of children in their area. The Deputy Governor, Mr Kayode Alabi, expressed the government’s displeasure at the First Quarterly Meeting of the Kwara State Taskforce on Immunisation, in Ilorin. Alabi, who was reacting to report of […]

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End Harmful Practices Fueling Violence Against Women, Judge Urges

News Agency Report — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:06:52 +0000

A Judge of the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Justice Angela Otaluka, has called for abolishing cultural and societal practices that enhance violence against women across Nigeria’s diverse communities nationwide. Otaluka made the call in Abuja on Wednesday while delivering a keynote address at the commemoration of International Women’s Day 2026 organised by the […]

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Dortemag Boss, ACPN Urge Lagos Pharmacists to Embrace AI, Lifelong Learning

Adebayo Oladejo — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:47:37 +0000

Community pharmacists in Lagos State have been urged to embrace artificial intelligence, strengthen collaboration, and remain committed to continuous learning to stay relevant in the rapidly evolving healthcare and pharmaceutical environment. The call was made on the second day of the 2026 Continuing Education Conference (CEC) of the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria […]

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Which functional group is most susceptible to hydrolysis in aqueous solutions?

Queenmary Ikuejamofo — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:44:39 +0000

Which functional group is most susceptible to hydrolysis in aqueous solutions? A. EtherB. EsterC. AlkaneD. Aromatic ring Which of the following is the most suitable method for sterilizing heat-sensitive pharmaceutical products? A. Dry heat sterilizationB. AutoclavingC. Membrane filtrationD. Incineration

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Olobayo Kunle Appointed to WHO Expert Group on Int’l Herbal Pharmacopoeia

Patrick Iwelunmor — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:33:05 +0000

Nigeria’s pharmaceutical and scientific community has received a significant boost as Professor Olobayo Olufunsho Kunle has been appointed to the Expert Group of the World Health Organisation on the International Herbal Pharmacopoeia (IHP), a critical global initiative aimed at standardising herbal medicines and strengthening their integration into modern healthcare systems. Professor Kunle, a distinguished […]

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FG Commits $346m to Health Co-financing, Unveils Lenacapavir

News Agency Report — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:59:52 +0000

The Federal Government says it has committed 346 million dollars in co-financing in 2026 to support HIV, tuberculosis and malaria programmes. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, disclosed this at the national launch of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable for HIV prevention. The launch was organised by the National AIDS, […]

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Healthy Feet Begin with Clean Socks

Gloria Obikili — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:17:56 +0000

One day in my younger years, an unpleasant smell filled our house and everyone wondered where it was coming from. After some searching, my aunt discovered that the source was a pair of socks left inside a shoe, soaked with sweat. Both the socks and the shoe had begun to smell badly. Many people can […]

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Onyechi, Ndili, Others Task Lagos Community Pharmacists on Digital Transformation

Adebayo Oladejo — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:51:22 +0000

-As ACPN Holds 2026 Continuing Education Conference Community pharmacists in Lagos State have been urged to embrace digital innovation, strengthen collaboration, and expand professional services to remain competitive and relevant in Nigeria’s rapidly evolving healthcare system. The call was made at the 2026 Continuing Education Conference (CEC) of the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria […]

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Only 16,000 of 30,000 TB Cases Detected in Lagos, Stakeholders Decry Gap

Temitope Obayendo — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:23:21 +0000

– Push Creative, Digital Strategies to End TB Stakeholders in Lagos State have decried the level of undetected TB cases in the state, disclosing that out of an estimated 30,000 cases, only about 16,000 have been identified, leaving a significant number within the community capable of spreading the disease. The stakeholders including the First Lady […]

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Which parameter is most directly affected by a change in hepatic enzyme activity?

Queenmary Ikuejamofo — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:16:41 +0000

Which parameter is most directly affected by a change in hepatic enzyme activity? A. Volume of distributionB. ClearanceC. BioavailabilityD. Half-life A drug that binds to a receptor and produces a submaximal response even at full receptor occupancy is called: A. Full agonistB. Partial agonistC. Competitive antagonistD. Inverse agonist

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Boosting your Brain’s Mood-Enhancing Chemicals

Admin — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:17:38 +0000

By Segun Lufadeju The state of your mind can influence the state of your health. Certain chemicals in the body, released by the brain, play a major role in determining your mood and how you feel. These chemicals – serotonin, dopamine, adrenaline and oxytocin – are known as neurotransmitters. Understanding how these neurotransmitters […]

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Organic Nutritional Support for Stress Resilience and Adrenal Balance

Chima Ejimofor — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:43:37 +0000

(Wellness coach and nutrition advocate) Chronic stress is one of the most pervasive health challenges of modern life. Persistent activation of the stress response system—particularly the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis—can contribute to fatigue, poor sleep, weakened immunity, mood imbalance, and metabolic disturbances. While pharmaceutical interventions may be appropriate in clinical conditions, many individuals experiencing everyday stress-related […]

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Sexual Assault: Women Federation Demands Justice, Accountability

News Agency Report — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:39:05 +0000

The Nigeria Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW Nigeria) has demanded full prosecution of all perpetrators involved in the attack on women in Ozoro, Delta State, during a festival. The National President, Ojobo Atuluku, made the federation’s position known in a statement on Saturday in Abuja. Reports indicate that women were reportedly harassed and […]

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