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Four Benue health workers infected with lassa fever
The Benue state Ministry of Health says at least four frontline health workers in the state have been infected with Lassa fever.…
Four in 10 Cancer cases preventable- WHO
A new global analysis by the World Health Organisation (WHO) says up to four in every ten new cancer cases could be prevented…
Seven million cancer cases annually preventable — Report
Seven million cancer cases could be prevented each year, according to the first global analysis.
A report by…
10 things that attracts snakes
Many people don’t realise how factors like food sources (rodents), overgrown vegetation, piles of materials, open water and gaps…
Why snake antivenom is important, what to do after snake bite
If you get bitten by a venomous snake, antivenom can be the difference between life, death or lifelong injury. Just a couple of…
[HEALTH TIPS] 10 Benefits of eating Garden eggs
The African eggplant, or aubergine, commonly known as garden egg, is an edible vegetable or fruit. Garden eggs belong to the…
Deadly virus outbreak in India triggers Asia airport screenings
An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in India's West Bengal state has sparked concern in parts of Asia, with some tightening…
Menopause linked to Alzheimer’s-like brain changes
The menopause is linked to changes in the brain similar to those seen in Alzheimer's, according to a large UK study.
The loss…
Strike: ‘Hold FG responsible for inability to access medical…
The Joint Health Sector Union (JOHESU) has urged Nigerians to hold the Federal Government responsible for the hardship faced by…
Best time to eat breakfast – Nutrition Experts
Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day, but when you eat it may matter just as much as what you eat.