NCDC records 5 fresh COVID-19 cases in Nigeria
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported that the country recorded five new COVID-19 infections between February 25 and March 31. All Nigeria Latest News reports that the…
Tuberculosis: Don’t sleep in same room with others – Expert
Director of Health Services, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH), Dr Rasheed Odunola, has advised people with Tuberculosis (TB) to avoid sleeping in the same room as others. Odunola told…
Four foods to avoid during Ramadan
Muslims across the globe commenced fasting on Saturday following the sighting of the moon. Every adult Muslim is expected to fast during the month for 29 (or sometimes 30) days,…
NAFDAC issues alert on brands of deadly male se* enhancement pills
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) said it has been notified about the recall of five brands of male se* enhancement pills sold on Amazon.…
10 reasons you should drink enough water
The importance of water on human body cannot be overemphasised. It serves as a lubricant to the digestive system and all other body processes. To avoid dehydration drink at least…
What to know about LUPUS — the life-threatening disease Actress Kemi Afolabi is battling
Kemi Afolabi, the Nigerian actress, recently revealed she is battling lupus, which is said to be an incurable and life-threatening disease. Speaking about her health in a recent interview, the…
BREAKTHROUGH: ‘New York patient’ becomes first woman to be ‘cured of HIV’
A woman, referred to as ‘The New York patient’ for the sake of privacy, has reportedly become the first female to be cured of HIV. The development was said to…
World Cancer Day: Experts offer solutions to Cancer
The Chief Executive Officer, NSIA-LUTH Cancer Centre, Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi-Araba, Dr. Lylian Ekpo has identified eating right with vegetables, fresh fruits, tigernuts milk and engaging in exercise, moving…
7 Tips On Some Of The Healthiest Vegetables To Eat
SWEET POTATOES Classified as a root vegetable, sweet potatoes stand out for their vibrant orange color, sweet taste and impressive health benefits. One medium sweet potato contains 4 grams of…
Coronavirus: Students, teachers with high temperature shouldn’t be allowed into schools -NCDC
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) says teachers and students with high temperature should not be allowed into schools. In its latest COVID-19 situation report, the agency said the…
Lassa fever death toll hits 102 — and 510 cases confirmed
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) says a total of 102 persons died of Lassa fever in 2021. Lassa fever, an acute viral hemorrhagic disease, is transmitted to humans…
COVID-19 can trigger self-attacking antibodies — Research
Scientists say that infection with the COVID-19 virus can trigger an immune response that lasts well beyond the initial infection and recovery – even among people who had mild symptoms…
COVID-19 cases increases in Nigeria, Lagos breaks daily record
Nigeria recorded 1424 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday as the 4th wave of the virus spreads in the country. The figure almost doubled the 730 cases logged on Tuesday.…
COVID-19: Nigeria approves booster doses for Omicron variant protection
The Federal government has said it will begin the administration of the COVID-19 booster dose for eligible Nigerians from December 10, across all states of the federation. A statement released…
NAFDAC warns Nigerians against abuse of antibiotics
Increasing rate of irrational use of antibiotics is further accelerating the process of Antimicrobial Resistance AMR, leading to avoidable deaths, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has raised the…