The immunisation officer, however, said every arrangement has been put in place in response to the outbreak of the Dry Polio-Virus type 2 in Toto LGA of the state.
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Children suffering from sickle cell disease are referred to as “Abiku” by the Yoruba and “Ogbanje” by the Igbo, which translate to mean “born to die” and children that come to cause suffering to their parents.
Despite being warned of an outbreak of Lassa fever, some residents of New Nyanya were concerned about the continued consumption of bush meat in local joints and bars.
The consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages has increased exponentially over time, with young people taking the lead in their consumption of them.
