Health
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Stroke Cases Surge Among Young Adults, Experts Warn
By George Omagbemi Stroke is increasingly affecting younger adults, with a new study finding that stroke rates among people aged 20 to 54 nearly doubled over a 27-year period. The research, published…
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Anambra Launches Telehealth Service, Newsletter to Strengthen HIV Care
By George Omagbemi The Anambra State AIDS Control Agency (ANSACA) has unveiled a new telehealth service and its maiden newsletter as part of efforts to strengthen HIV prevention, testing, treatment and care…
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7 Warning Signs Nigerians Should Watch For When Buying Medicines
By Opeyemi Adelakun A medicine may look convincing on the shelf, carry a familiar brand name and even come in attractive packaging — but that does not automatically make it safe. For…
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Why Smokers Appear Less Likely to Develop Parkinson’s Disease — Scientists
By George Omagbemi Several studies have identified a surprising and consistent association between cigarette smoking and a lower risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, prompting scientists to investigate why smokers appear to be…
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Ondo HMB to Nurses: You Have No Authority Over Our Recruitment Process
By Opeyemi Adelakun The Ondo State Hospitals Management Board has hit back at the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives over its reported opposition to the employment of Community Health Extension…
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Ondo HMB Defends Recruitment Integrity Amidst NANNM Disagreement
The Hospital Management Board (HMB) has issued a formal response to recent criticisms levelled by the Nigerian Association of Nurses and Midwives (NANNM). Starnews NG reports that the association had previously accused…
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Small Habits To Avoid To Remain Healthy
We often search for complex medical explanations for our health struggles, yet the truth is often hidden in our daily routines. From the way we eat to how we spend our evenings,…
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Poison On The Table; Nigeria’s Food Safety Crisis Puts Millions at Risk
By George Omagbemi A disturbing food-safety crisis is unfolding in Nigeria as regulators, health scientists and consumer advocates warn that widespread food adulteration and contamination could expose millions of Nigerians to serious…
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Ondo Has Never Purchased MRI Since Its Creation, Aiyedatiwa Boasts of Achievements In Health Sector
AKURE, ONDO STATE — Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has highlighted significant milestones achieved by his administration in the health sector, pointing to the procurement of advanced diagnostic equipment as a…
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Beat the Clock: Why Early Detection is Your Best Defense Against Cancer
For many, the word “cancer” feels like a singular, overwhelming diagnosis. However, experts are shifting the narrative, emphasizing that cancer is not just one disease, but a complex group of conditions—and the…
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Experts Warn Men Against Using Teeth To Open Condoms
By George Omagbemi Men who use their teeth to tear open condom packets have been warned that the habit could accidentally damage the condom and compromise its ability to prevent unintended pregnancy…
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Ogogo: Can Anyone Survive Stage 4 Cancer? 5 Things to Know About Advanced Cancer
By Gloria Drealomalicha The words “stage 4 cancer” can be frightening. For many families, hearing the diagnosis immediately raises one painful question: Can the patient survive? The answer is yes some people…