Need protein drink? Try cockroach milk – Report
A little cockroach milk with those cookies? Chock full of protein, the insect milk may someday be transformed into a food supplement worthy of human consumption, new research indicates. Scientists have found that the Pacific Beetle Cockroach feeds its bug babies a formula which is remarkably rich in protein, fat and sugar, CNN research said. […]
Ona Ara LG Holds Stakeholders Meeting, Begins Mass Administration of Medicine(MAM) Against River Blindness
Yesterday, in a landmark move toward eradicating Onchocerciasis, commonly referred to as “Nárun” in Yoruba, the Environmental Health Service Disease Control Department of Ona Ara Local Government launched a Mass Administration of Medicine (MAM) initiative. The initiative commenced with a stakeholders’ meeting that marked the beginning of Mectizan usage to local communities. In her opening […]
5 foods that can give you bad dream
Many people experience bad dreams from time to time, and it can be quite upsetting. What’s interesting is that what we eat before going to bed can sometimes be the cause of these unsettling dreams. Certain foods can affect how our brains work during sleep, leading to vivid or bad dreams. It’s surprising to think […]
City Talk : Egalitarian Segun Charge Individuals to Prioritize Mental Health on World Mental Health Day
……proposes five key strategies Today, as the world observes Mental Health Day, the Convener of Egalitarian Team, Ambassador (Egalitarian) Segun AKINLABI, a renowned advocate for mental wellness, urges individuals to take ownership of their mental health. “Mental health is just as vital as physical health,” Segun emphasizes. “It’s time to break the silence and stigma […]
Rwanda Restricts Funeral Attendance To 50 As Ebola-Like Marburg Virus Kills 8
In response to the rising number of deaths from the Marburg virus, Rwandan authorities have placed strict limits on funeral sizes, capping attendance at 50 people for victims of the disease. This measure comes as eight people have already died in the country’s first confirmed outbreak, announced by the health ministry last Friday, BBC reports. […]
Doctors begin strike October 1st
The National Association of Government General and Medical Dental Practitioners, on Friday, fixed October 1 as the date for its members in Kano to embark on strike. The Secretary of the association in Kano, Dr Anas Hassan, made the disclosure, while addressing newsmen on the outcome of their meeting. Anas stated that despite reaching […]
What to Know About XEC, Fast-Spreading COVID Variant With Growth Advantage
First detected in Germany in June, a new COVID-19 variant known as XEC has spread across 27 countries. XEC has been found in countries across Europe, Asia and North America and has infected at least 600 people within four months. Some of the affected countries include Germany, France, the United States of America, the United […]
Pënįs snaps in three when it slipped out during ‘work’
A man snapped his penis in three places after it slipped out and buckled against his partner during lovemaking. It was reported that he heard a loud ‘snap’ after his penis hit his partner’s perineum at ‘very high’ impact. The perineum is the skin between the vagina and anus. The 36-year-old Tanzanian showed up at the […]
DIY: 5 things baking soda can do
DIY: 5 things baking soda can do Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, can be found in most kitchens and has many surprising uses beyond the culinary realm. It is a versatile and inexpensive household item that goes far beyond its role as a leavening agent in baking. From cleaning to personal care, gardening, and […]
Understanding Mpox: What You Need to Know About Its Spread
The World Health Organization declared Wednesday that the increasing spread of mpox in Africa is a global health emergency, warning the virus might ultimately spill across international borders. The announcement by WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus came after a meeting of the U.N. health agency’s emergency committee. The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared […]