A groundbreaking clinical trial has revealed a simple yet significant advancement in cervical cancer treatment, offering new hope to patients worldwide. By administering a short course of chemotherapy before standard chemoradiation, researchers observed a remarkable increase in survival rates and a reduction in cancer recurrence. The decade-long study, led by Dr. Mary McCormack of the UCL Cancer Institute and UCLH, involved 500 patients from hospitals across the UK, Mexico, India,…

Evidence suggests that thereis a link between self-image and career success. And, feeling good about yourself isn’t just a feel-good factor; it’s a critical ingredient for job satisfaction, productivity, and leadership potential. According to recent research documented by forbes, a staggering 92% of employees who report high job satisfaction also possess a strong, positive self-image. This connection highlights the importance of cultivating self-worth in the professional sphere. Individuals with high…

The Cameroonian government has imposed a ban on media discussions regarding the health of 91-year-old President Paul Biya, who has not made a public appearance since early September. The decree, issued by Interior Minister Paul Atanga Nji on October 9, categorizes any debate on the president’s condition as a “matter of national security” and warns of severe legal consequences for violations. In a letter marked “highly urgent” and addressed to…

If you’re one of the many people who reach for their phone the moment they wake up, you’re not alone. This seemingly harmless habit could reveal a lot about your personality. Psychologists have identified various traits commonly found in those who instinctively grab their smartphones first thing. Firstly, it could indicate a strong need to connect with others. This isn’t just about internet access, but a deeper desire to maintain…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced the ongoing construction of the new 150-bed, state-of-the-art Massey Children’s Hospital. In a statement shared on his X page Thursday, the governor highlighted that the hospital is designed to offer cutting-edge medical care and a nurturing environment for children. “Together, we are building a foundation for growth, hope, good health, and well-being”, he said. Sanwo-Olu further noted that the facility will be equipped…

A study published in Nature Aging suggests that the dramatic rise in human life expectancy witnessed over the past century may be hitting the brakes. While healthier diets and medical advancements fuelled a near doubling of life expectancy in the 19th and 20th centuries, researchers now say the rate of increase has slowed significantly in recent decades. This revelation challenges the prevailing notion that most people born today will live…

The Association of Nigerian Private Medical Practitioners has commended the House of Representatives for calling for the review of the price list for medicine and Medicare under the National Health Insurance Scheme. The association said the decision by the lower house is encouraging and will be beneficial to Nigerians if the drug pricing is reviewed. The House of Representatives had last Thursday urged its relevant committees to interface with the…

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The current UK government, led by the Labour Party, may soon force pubs to close earlier in an effort to tackle harmful drinking and improve public health. The proposal seeks to reverse the more relaxed, “Continental café-style” drinking culture introduced by former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair, which allowed pubs to apply for 24-hour licences. Public Health Minister Andrew Gwynne has indicated that the government is reviewing pub and bar…

The debate over mobile phone use in schools is intensifying, especially as new research exposes the alarming physical toll it takes on children. As a result, many schools in England have been taking initiative to ban phones during the school day. But for many young people, the damage may already be done—some of it irreversible. Recent findings from the Royal Society of Medicine’s inaugural Aesthetics Congress revealed a growing concern…

A new study from the American Cancer Society has linked six key lifestyle factors to an increased risk of developing 67 types of cancer, with the potential to influence nearly 40% of cancer cases in the U.S. and contributing to almost half of all cancer-related deaths. The research, published in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, analysed data from hundreds of thousands of cases in 2019 and identified cigarette smoking,…