FG Confirms First Case Of Anthrax Disease In Nigeria
The Federal Government has confirmed the first case of Anthrax in Nigeria after disclosing on Monday that the disease was detected in a farm in Niger State. Making this known in a statement on Monday, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development said that it “is deeply concerned to announce the confirmation of an […]
ANALYSIS: 735 Million People Now Facing Hunger in the World ~WHO Says
ANALYSIS: 735 Million People Now Facing Hunger in the World ~WHO Says The recent report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) has indicated that over 122 million more people are now facing hunger in the world. According to the publication that was released by the organisation on July 12, the ongoing war between Russia and […]
What to Know About CCHF, a Deadly Virus Threatening Human Existence?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified the Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever (CCHF), a virus spread through ticks, as the latest threat to human existence. According to a report released by the organisation, the disease is caused by Nairovirus, a rapidly emerging group of tick-borne bunyaviruses commonly found in livestock. It also has a fatality rate of […]
Strike Looming As Resident Doctors Give FG 2 Weeks To Implement 200% Salary Raise
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has issued a fresh two-week ultimatum to the Federal Government over the implementation of a 200% increment in the salary structure of its members, amongst other demands. The resident doctors reached the resolution on Wednesday at a virtual Extraordinary National Executive Council Meeting (E-NEC) to appraise the level […]
EAT ME: Beans, Eggs, Six Best Foods For Eye Health
By far the most important organs of sense are our eyes. It has been proven that 80% of what we perceive and learn comes through our sense of sight. Therefore, taking good care of your eyes should be of utmost priority. Having your eyes checked regularly by professionals is important to prevent and treat eye […]
ALERT: PrimeZEN Black 6000, a Male Enhancement Capsule, May Put Your Life at Risk
PrimeZEN Black 6000, a male enhancement capsule, may cause a significant drop in blood pressure, which may be life-threatening. The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) made a post on its Twitter page on Thursday to caution Nigerians against the sale and use of the product. NAFDAC said the product is marketed online […]
ALERT: ‘Beware Of New Killer Syrup In Town’ – NAFDAC Warns Nigerians
The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has alerted Nigerians about a dangerous cough syrup in circulation. The cough syrup called ‘NATURCOLD’, is reportedly manufactured by Fraken Group. According to reports, the syrup is believed to have caused the deaths of six children under the age of five at a health facility in the health […]
Report: Contraceptives May Increase Breast Cancer Risk In Women
A new study has revealed that women who use contraceptives are at higher risk of breast cancer, regardless of the kind of birth control pills used. According to the study, progestin-only and progestin with estrogen contraceptives are associated with a slight increase in breast cancer risk. The study published in the open-access journal PLOS Medicine […]
WELL-BEING: 5 Health Benefits Of Eating Boiled Eggs
Boiled eggs are an excellent source of essential nutrients and can be a great addition to any meal. Eating boiled eggs provides a healthy dose of protein, vitamins, and minerals. Regarding preparation, the only difference between soft-boiled and hard-boiled eggs is how long they cook. According to a WebMD article, harder-boiled eggs are better for […]
Within 42 Days, UK Give Licenses To 162 Nigerian Doctors
In the last six weeks, 162 Nigerian-trained doctors have been licenced to practise in the United Kingdom. This is according to the General Medical Council of the United Kingdom’s register. The GMC is a public body that keeps the official register of medical practitioners in the United Kingdom. The number of Nigerian-trained doctors practising in […]