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FG declares Lassa Fever outbreak in Nigeria
... activates emergency response unit
The federal government on Tuesday declared a Lassa Fever outbreak in the country.
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Meal with water is best for good health – nutritionist advises
A Clinical nutritionist at the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Mr Oladimeji Okunola, has said that it is better to…
Medication without prescription, dangerous to health – Expert cautions
Abu-Ubaida Muhammad, Headline of Public Health, Teaching Hospital,
Gombe on Saturday cautioned Nigerians against…
Nigerian Medical Practitioner proffers solutions to prostate problems
A traditional medical practitioner, who is also a priest at St. Benedictine Monastery of the Catholic Church, Ewu in Edo…
Millions of people unknowingly infected with hepatitis – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised an alarm over millions of people who have viral hepatitis but are unaware or unable…
Multivitamins and minerals do not prevent heart attack, others –…
Suggests eating more fruits and vegetables, exercising and avoiding tobacco
A study recently published in an American Heart…
Body weight contributes to infertility – Physician
Dr Okezie Emenike, an Abuja based physician, said on Saturday that being over weight or under weight could cause infertility.…
Mother’s healthy lifestyle lowers child’s risk of obesity…
Children whose mothers stick to healthy lifestyle practices are less likely to be obese than children of less healthy mums,…
High blood pressure: Physician recommends hydration
Dr Mercy Luka, a General Physician, says staying adequately hydrated is one of the simplest ways to lower High Blood Pressure…
Obesity linked to lower breast cancer risk in young women – Study
Young women with high body fat have a decreased chance of developing breast cancer before menopause, according to a study…