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Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh Health Trust Inaugurated in Lagos

The Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh Health Trust was officially launched in Lagos at a colourful event which held yesterday, 20th October, 2015. The health trust in honour of late Dr. Adadevoh, aims to support the Nigerian healthcare system in the

Jovago Raises Awareness for Breast Cancer

The importance of promoting breast cancer awareness can not be overstated – with this awareness boost there is more of a possibility to combat the illness as early detection is the most effective protection against breast cancer. In support of

Meet Nigeria’s First Teleclinical Care Centre

Dial-a-Doc-Direct is public health initiative that provides real time coordinated clinical health services through telecommunications technology; closely resembling a typical clinic visit, but this time over a distance and over the phone. It is Nigeria’s first teleclinical care centre where

8 Simple Exercises You Can Do at Your Work Desk

Did you know that medical experts recommend a minimum of 30 minutes daily for exercise? With the mad hustle of Nigerian life, exercising consistently can pose a challenge, with us still figuring out an effective work-life balance. Fortunately, all hope

#PhotoSpeaks: Medic West Africa Healthcare Exhibition and Conferences

Stakeholders in West Africa’s healthcare industry converged at Eko International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Lagos from 14 – 16 October, 2015 to showcase the latest innovative healthcare products and services to more than 4000 attendees at the Medic West Africa

Royal Philips Unveils its First Brand Shop in Nigeria

Royal Philips has unveiled its first brand shop in Lagos, Nigeria. This move is part of its plan to expand consumer touch points. Royal Philips is a diversified health and well-being company, focused on improving people’s lives through meaningful innovation

7 Things I Learnt From Successfully Losing Weight

For the first time in my life, I embarked on a weight loss journey and actually recorded success! For many people, this may not be a big deal, but I can never forget the way it felt to finally see

Key Facts About Traction Alopecia You Should Know

When this photo of Naomi Campbell hit the net years ago, women around the world were quickly reminded of the adverse effects of poor weave fixing and extension braiding. Male readers may not understand this, but the long, painful hours

DIY: How to Make Hand Sanitiser

During the dreaded Ebola virus season of 2014, pharmacies made mega profits from the sales of hand sanitisers. Yes, we stocked these solutions in our homes, cars, offices and anywhere else we could think of. Some purchased sanitisers in gallons,

5 Health Benefits of Bananas You Should Know

From fighting against cancer to relieving depression, you will be surprised to know the amazing health benefits research shows that bananas provide. The green-yellow fruit stands out as a highly nutritious food option, being rich in potassium and magnesium minerals

3 Most Amazing Things You Can Do With Coconut

Coconut has been gaining attention as the new super fruit . Yes, it contains vitamins, dietary fibre, protein etc. but so do other fruits so what makes the coconut so special? Worry not, I’ll tell you. What makes coconut so

Dance for a Cause at the iWOW ABC Zumbathon

Looking for what to do this Independence Day? You should have fun dancing at this 4-hour non-stop Zumba workout. In an effort to raise awareness and support for autism and breast cancer awareness, the Inspired Women of Worth (iWOW) invite

Nigeria is Now Polio-free!

Polio, the paralysing disease which affects children, is no longer endemic in Nigeria. The World Health Organisation made this announcement on Friday, 25th September, 2015. Earlier this year, the organisation declared Nigeria polio-free for a year. Read also: Nigeria Declared

13 Foods That Will Boost Your Metabolism

Metabolism is a word whose meaning encompasses every thing the body does to keep human beings alive, which includes the proper function of the organs, the digestion of food and breathing. Age, gender, or even weight can be the factors

10 Dos and Don’ts of Nail Care

I love looking at beautiful natural nails! Nails that are strong and healthy are natural adornment for our fingers. Taking good care of your nails requires very simple straightforward steps, but to take care of your nails, you need to

7 Benefits of Body Barre Fitness Programmes

I recently introduced a new programme to my clients: “Body Barre Fitness”. My interest in Barre fitness stems from my love for ballet. You however, do not need to be a ballet dancer, or a dancer at all, to participate

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