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SME Spotlight: Rholuck Services
19th November 2022
Rholuck Services is an occupational health, environmental protection, and manpower development consultancy service provider based in Lagos. They deliver health, safety, and environmental quality management solutions to a range of institutional clients in multiple sectors, including those operating in industrial settings and outdoor fields. Read more about SME Spotlight Other services available from Rholuck … Continue reading SME Spotlight: Rholuck Services
The Role of Technology in Improving Africa’s Healthcare System
19th October 2022
Africa’s health system is the world’s least developed. — It is underfunded, understaffed, and overstretched. The first thing to note is that Africa is a diverse continent with diverse governance structures, especially in the Francophone and Anglophone countries, whose governance reflects their colonial masters’. Read more about Health Nevertheless, almost all African countries share similar … Continue reading The Role of Technology in Improving Africa’s Healthcare System
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Pink October: Breast Cancer Awareness And Prevention
17th October 2022
The breast cancer awareness campaign is an annual campaign that seeks to raise awareness about the impact and dangers of breast cancer. Read more about News NGOs and corporations worldwide recognized the month as Pink October, while the campaign spread across the pink week (October 4th – 6th, 2022). The event was launched with … Continue reading Pink October: Breast Cancer Awareness And Prevention
How HealthTechs In Nigeria Can Overcome (Infra)structural Challenges In Nigeria
29th September 2022
Nigeria’s healthcare industry is one of the largest industries in Nigeria that accounts for over 3% of the nation’s GDP. According to a report by Fitch Solutions, healthcare expenditure in Nigeria was predicted to reach NGN 5,762.061 billion in 2021, growing at a CAGR of 8.35% Y.O.Y. Read more about Tech This is up … Continue reading How HealthTechs In Nigeria Can Overcome (Infra)structural Challenges In Nigeria
Ubenwa: The Health Tech Startup That Diagnoses Babies Cries
10th August 2022
A visit to a new mother’s house or the newborn ward is enough to show you that newborn babies are synonymous with crying. However, babies cry for different reasons. It can be because they are hungry, exhausted or have colic. Colic is a condition where an infant cries for more than three hours a day, … Continue reading Ubenwa: The Health Tech Startup That Diagnoses Babies Cries
Medic West Africa Exhibition And Conference
5th August 2022
Informa Markets, the leading global exhibitions organiser, has announced that Medic West Africa is set to hold in-person after two years at Landmark Center in Lagos, Nigeria, from 07 – 09 September 2022. This marks the 9th edition of the largest gathering of healthcare trade professionals in the region, providing an exceptional networking hub for … Continue reading Medic West Africa Exhibition And Conference
Brands We Love: Chemiron
12th July 2022
Chemiron is a Nigerian pharmaceutical company and one of the leading supplement producers and suppliers in Nigeria. It develops, produces and markets a range of medical products that are aimed at improving the quality of life of its diverse customer base. Read more about Business The company serves a growing population—people who want to improve … Continue reading Brands We Love: Chemiron
Follow These Steps To Wash Your Hands Properly
4th July 2022
Washing your hands is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of germs. If you are concerned about controlling the spread of germs from one person to another, then you need to keep your hands constantly clean. You also need to promote the culture of hand washing in your home, workplace, schools, … Continue reading Follow These Steps To Wash Your Hands Properly
Building The Largest Emergency Respondent Networks In Nigeria
1st July 2022
In developed countries, there are emergency numbers for citizens to call when they run into a situation that requires urgent attention. Especially during health crises, accidents and crimes. Sadly, that’s not the case with Nigeria. Hundreds of people have died from road accidents, cardiovascular diseases, and pregnancy complications. Simply because there are no emergency responders … Continue reading Building The Largest Emergency Respondent Networks In Nigeria
Kemisola Bolarinwa Has Invented A Smart Bra Capable Of Detecting Breast Cancer
29th June 2022
Watching her aunt die of breast cancer made Kemisola Bolarinwa vow to contribute to the fight against breast cancer. As part of innovations aimed at detecting breast cancer in its early stage, Nigerian robotics engineer Kemisola Bolarinwa and her team at Nextwear Technology, a wearables firm located in Abuja the capital city of Nigeria, worked … Continue reading Kemisola Bolarinwa Has Invented A Smart Bra Capable Of Detecting Breast Cancer
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6 Successful Strategies In Building MedTech Software
28th June 2022
Digital transformation is at the heart of every business. Nowadays, it can be detrimental to any institution that has not digitized its business process. Digitalization is pivotal and essential to any industry that wants to grow and the medical and health sector is no exception. Read more about Tech Everything starts and ends with … Continue reading 6 Successful Strategies In Building MedTech Software
Your Kitchen Towels Are Probably Full Of Harmful Bacteria
27th June 2022
Foodborne illnesses (FbIs) are often caused by bacterial pathogens that linger in places like the kitchen sink, door knobs, dirty countertops, and faucet handles. These bacteria can make you terribly sick. But there is also one agent that can cause severe food poisoning, something most people would not believe is capable of housing several types … Continue reading Your Kitchen Towels Are Probably Full Of Harmful Bacteria
Fruit Juice: How Much Of It Is Healthy?
20th June 2022
Health practitioners recommend that eating whole fruits and vegetables from time to time can help people reduce their risk of having cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, some types of cancers, and obesity. Read more about Food An individual should not only rely on only fruit juice to get the required amount of nutrients. This is … Continue reading Fruit Juice: How Much Of It Is Healthy?
6 Foods That Are Good For The Prostrate
29th May 2022
Most men are nonchalant about their nutrition and health. They won’t eat right unless they have to. They don’t rest or exercise enough and they won’t go to the hospital until they absolutely must. The Creator is aware of this. That’s why he put women in their lives as mothers, wives, sisters and daughters. Part … Continue reading 6 Foods That Are Good For The Prostrate
6 Ways To Conquer Insomnia
26th May 2022
Insomnia can be mentally painful. Having not slept throughout the night can affect your mood and sap your energy. About 30% of the general population complains of insomnia or related problems. According to Joyce Epelboim, MD, FACP, a physician at the Penn Sleep Center, “The most common symptoms of insomnia include difficulty falling asleep, … Continue reading 6 Ways To Conquer Insomnia
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Nigerian Man Rides To End Polio In Africa
9th May 2022
An ambitious biker, Kunle Adeyanju, has hit the airwaves and has caused a stir on the internet as he embarked on a “charity ride” from London, the UK, to Lagos on the bike. It has been 14 days since he last set out. According to him, his ride was to create an awareness to end … Continue reading Nigerian Man Rides To End Polio In Africa
How To Recover From Burnout And Feel Alive Again
27th April 2022
We’ve all experienced burnout at some point in our lives. The chances are high that you’re experiencing one right now, which has led you to click on this post. Thankfully, you now have access to some tips that can help you recover anytime you’re experiencing high levels of stress that leave you emotionally and physically … Continue reading How To Recover From Burnout And Feel Alive Again
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What Will Happen To Your Body If You Stop Working Out For 2 Weeks
25th April 2022
You must have doubted it when trainers told you that skipping workout sessions for a couple of weeks was bad for your workout journey and overall health. Well, this article is here to attest to that fact. Any day off can pose a challenge to you, and if after two weeks you are yet to … Continue reading What Will Happen To Your Body If You Stop Working Out For 2 Weeks
Facial Hygiene: What You Need To Know
Personal hygiene encompasses a lot of things. But aside from keeping all parts of the external body clean and healthy, personal hygiene also involves facial hygiene which is important to our overall health. Facial cleanliness/hygiene refers to the use of soap and clean water to remove oil, dirt, and other debris from the face. Read … Continue reading Facial Hygiene: What You Need To Know
Everything You Need To Know About A Healthy Lifestyle
24th April 2022
Being healthy can be defined as ‘A complete state of mental, physical and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease’ and a lifestyle, which includes patterns of social relations, consumption, entertainment and dress. Read more about Lifestyle However, a healthy lifestyle typically refers to the steps, actions and strategies one puts in place to … Continue reading Everything You Need To Know About A Healthy Lifestyle
Did you Know? The Benefits Of Portion Control
23rd April 2022
Most habits that we struggle with in adulthood were acquired in childhood. Overeating is one such habit. Until recently, most Nigerian parents had no understanding of the concept of serving size. They just knew that well-fed children were healthy children and food wastage was a sin. Therefore, when their children were served a portion of … Continue reading Did you Know? The Benefits Of Portion Control
54gene, Health Technology Startup
21st April 2022
Among all the startups to come out of Nigeria and Africa, 54gene is one of the most innovative and visionary. Research shows that Africans and people of African ancestry are more genetically diverse than all other world populations combined. Read more about Tech Despite this research,90% of genetic materials used in pharmaceutical research all over the … Continue reading 54gene, Health Technology Startup
A List Of Must-Have Home Gym Equipment
20th April 2022
People are slowly dedicating spaces for a home gym in their houses and garages. You can now stay in shape and carry out simple exercises with ought stepping a foot in a gum. However, you would need a number of home gym equipment to get that body back in shape. Read more about Fitness To … Continue reading A List Of Must-Have Home Gym Equipment
Top 10 Foods To Improve Your Eyesight And Eye Health
Most times, people are of the opinion that failing eyesight comes with ageing or with eye strain. The truth remains that an unhealthy diet can contribute to poor eyesight, too. It is therefore important that certain nutrients like copper, vitamin C, vitamin E, beta carotene, and zinc are incorporated into our dirt to help strengthen eye health. In addition … Continue reading Top 10 Foods To Improve Your Eyesight And Eye Health
5 Ways To Be Mentally Strong
15th April 2022
Mentally strong people have certain traits that make them stand out They are able to control their emotions, ideas, and behaviours in ways that position them for life success. Check out these things that mentally strong people do so you may improve your mental strength as well. Read more about Mental health Keep fighting when … Continue reading 5 Ways To Be Mentally Strong
A List of Exercises That Help To Manage Pain
10th April 2022
Exercise is essential to supporting a healthy metabolism and burning more calories per day. Being active has both physical and mental benefits for patients suffering from Rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Finding the time, energy, and motivation to start exercising can be extremely difficult for RA patients especially when they are going through a lot of pain. … Continue reading A List of Exercises That Help To Manage Pain
How Caffeine Can Affect Your Body System And Reduce Your Sleep Time
Caffeine is a natural substance mostly used in food and beverages. It is a natural stimulant found in cocoa products, coffee, kola nuts, and cacao plants. Caffeine is also used in medications and in energy drinks. It stimulates the brain and central nervous system, helping you stay alert and preventing the onset of tiredness. Read … Continue reading How Caffeine Can Affect Your Body System And Reduce Your Sleep Time
4 Ways To Keep You Mentally Sharp
Brain exercises develop your mind, much like physical exercise does for your body, by improving your memory and cognitive skills. It’s also never too late to start working out your most vital muscle. Read more about Mental Health Here are 4 simple strategies to keep your mind stimulated. Expand your vocabulary A large vocabulary might … Continue reading 4 Ways To Keep You Mentally Sharp
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How To Improve Your Mental Health
5th April 2022
2021 was an unusual year with a lot of tasking activities to endure. Most people glided into 2022 with the same approach as 2021 and have been largely overwhelmed at the beginning of the first quarter. This is why it is important to consider the following mental health tips and begin a journey to prioritizing … Continue reading How To Improve Your Mental Health
Did you Know? 7 Keys To Heart Burn Management
Most of us have experienced heartburn at one point in time or the other. Ironically, this condition which is quite uncomfortable has nothing to do with the heart. Rather, it is an acid reflux situation that produces a burning sensation in the chest. This feeling is caused by stomach acids that have travelled in the … Continue reading Did you Know? 7 Keys To Heart Burn Management
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