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Social Media Accounts To Follow: 4 Medical Social Media Accounts You Should Follow

Healthcare in Nigeria may not be where we want it to be at the moment, but there is a lot we can start doing to improve the lives of Nigerians around the country. Here are some establishments by well-meaning Nigerians

Websites We Love: Flying Doctors Nigeria

One of the services stimulating unconventional growth in the Nigerian health sector is Flying Doctors Nigeria by Ola Orekunrin. The health platform which was launched to improve healthcare in Nigeria has played a vital role in providing ambulance services for

Brands We Love: Avon HMO

We always wish we didn’t have to deal with health emergencies. We want to be able to foretell the coming of unpleasant circumstances and plan for their arrival before they hit us. But a lot of the time, we can’t.

Ore Fakorede On Sleep Being Your Superpower

Last week at SMW Lagos, I attended a session facilitated by Ore Fakorede on sleep. It held in a room with two-rowed, medium-sized benches. By the time I checked, it was 6:33 pm. I had stayed longer than planned. I

International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation

In 2012, the United Nations General Assembly designated February 6, as the International Day of Zero Tolerance for female Genital Mutilation. This purpose of observing this day is to enhance the awareness on the issue of Female Genital Mutilation, and

Cancer in a World of Generators

From the time the first power plant was established in Nigeria, the power sector suffereth crisis and generators taketh its position by force. The story of power generation in Nigeria is the story of figures and theories which rarely translate

Why Do We Get Sick?

Oxygen, food and drinks are the major three nutritional necessities for life sustenance. Therefore the type of food a man consume, and access to quality oxygen supply, plays a significant role in defining his overall body health and eventually longevity.

Tip of the Day: Five Tips for Better Posture

Comporting yourself should not stop at the beauty cosmetics you add on your face and body, it should also reflect in the way you walk, stand, sit, etc. Yes, we might not all be perfect in every area, but if

Get The New E-Yellow Cards

In April 2013, the Federal Ministry of Health, announced the introduction of new standard Yellow Cards, as a more effective means to curb the quick spread of yellow fever in the nation. The yellow card is the international certificate of

Fitness Central: Simple Daily Detox Routine

Whether it’s drawing a hot bath, making yourself some tea, or even just taking a moment to practice some deep breathing, we know how doing something small and simple for yourself can make you feel brand new again. The smallest

ThrowBack Thursday: Ebola and the Heroes Who Saved Nigeria

Not many people get to appreciate the mess Nigeria was saved from when the Ebola epidemic hit the country on July 20, 2014. The dreaded viral infection was introduced by Patrick Sawyer on arriving the country via the Murtala Mohammed

Did You Know? The Healing Powers of Mango Leaves

People around the world like this tropical fruit! Besides its delicious taste, the health benefits of mango for the human body are myriad. However, people are only aware of the fruit but not the leaves. But mango leaves serve more

Professor Titus Ibekwe Elected Vice-Chairman Of Int’l Advisory Board of American Academy

Amongst 70 member countries present, a Nigerian, Professor Titus Ibekwe, was elected the Vice-Chairman of the International Advisory Board (IAB) of the American Academy of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF), at their 2018 annual meeting, held from

15th October is Global Handwashing Day

“Global Handwashing Day is an annual global advocacy day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap as an easy, effective, and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives.” — Global Handwashing Global Handwashing

App Of The Week: Kangpe

Have you ever thought of the possibility of receiving diagnosis about a physical ailment through an app without having to visit a hospital? With Kangpe, this is now a reality and health care has become more accessible for the average

Did You Know: The Amazing Benefits of Orange Peels

We lose a lot because of lack of knowledge. More often than not, orange peels are discarded without knowledge of the amazing benefits it encloses. Orange peels can be used in cooking and making various recipes. They can be infused

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