To prevent the outbreak of the COVID-19 variant in Nigeria, the Federal Government (FG) has ordered for mandatory health declaration from inbound passengers over new COVID-19 XEC The disease was recently reported in Australia and 22 other countries. The Ministry of Health and Social Welfare gave a directive to the Committee of Chief Medical Directors and Medical Directors to activate alert systems in all hospitals over high index suspicion of…

To check malaria scourge in Nigeria ,the FederalGovernment in partnership with some states has commenced has the first roll out of the anti- malaria vaccine.Nigeria is rated as one of the countries globallywith the highest numbers of malaria deaths.The newly approved R21/Matrix-M vaccine by the World Health Organisation (WHO) aims to protect children between the ages of 5 to 15 months.Data revealed that malaria claims the lives of a large…

Have you ever felt tired mentally and physically after scrolling your phone for a long period of time? If so, you are at risk of “Brain Rot” which can cause a negative effect on your brain, leaving your brain dull and placing it under stress. Brain rot, what it means Brain rot simply means when the brain reduces its mental or intellectual appropriate state of functioning as a result of…

The University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), a federal health facility, recently became the focus of a viral social media post shared by a patient’s relative. The post revealed alarming concerns about the quality of healthcare and the conditions within the hospital. The complaint outlined several issues, including compulsory feeding, medical negligence, lack of essential facilities, and the financial struggles of patients. To investigate these claims, on November 27,…

After reading about an X user, who shared a story of how her father died from heart disease at age 56 after going for replacement surgery at age 50 and the X user, bearing the same heart condition but still keeping hopes alive, I became curious to know why, how to detect a weak heart, and what to do about it. “My father suffered heart disease from birth. Had a…

Memory lapses, like forgetting words or misplacing keys, may feel normal in midlife, but they could signal early changes in brain health. A Trinity College Dublin study reveals that self-perceived memory issues are more strongly linked to dementia risk factors (like loneliness or hypertension) than objective tests. The good news? More than 40% of dementia cases could be preventable. Here’s how to keep your brain sharp: Simple lifestyle changes can…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that the tuberculosis diagnostic test marks a critical milestone to have met the prequalification standard of the health organization. WHO made this assertion on Thursday, describing Xpert® MTB/RIF Ultra as the prequalified molecular diagnostic test for tuberculosis (TB) of its first kind. The notice said, “It is the first test for TB diagnosis and antibiotic susceptibility testing that meets WHO’s prequalification standards.” WHO…

Long gone are the days where rice is for Christmas alone.These days, it is a staple food. Some people even think the rate at which they eat rice, it might be growing on their heads. I, for one find fried rice more economical to cook than white rice and stew. Most times, I cook fried rice on a random day. Are you also like me who is already tired of…

Liver cancer is a life-threatening sickness that affects the human organ, which leads to deterioration of the vital organs. Liver cancer is also known as hepatic cancer. The vital organ is located in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen, leading to the purification of blood, producing bile for digestion, and storing nutrients. When the human enemy strikes the vital organs, it disrupts these life-sustaining functions. Understanding Liver Cancer Liver…

The Kwara State Government has announced plans to vaccinate over 330,000 cattle, sheep, and goats in a state-wide Mass Anthrax Vaccination Campaign. The initiative aims to safeguard livestock and public health against the deadly anthrax disease and other zoonotic infections. This was disclosed by the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Oloruntoyosi Thomas, during a training workshop for veterinary personnel organised by the Kwara State Livestock Productivity and Resilience…

Try these exercises in the morning hours. Starting your day with brain exercises can sharpen your mind, improve focus, and enhance your memory. Just like physical exercise strengthens the body, brain exercises stimulate your mind and boost mental agility.Here are ten effective brain exercises to incorporate into your morning routine, along with detailed instructions on how to perform them and their benefits. enhances coordination between different brain regions, improving multitasking…

Mrs. Ugochukwu Uzoechi, a Nigerian, lived a normal life while growing up before she got married with no sign of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) apart from having facial hair and gaining weight, which was presumed normal.After sealing her marriage, Mrs. Uzoechi and her partner tried conceiving after months of being married in 2023, but all efforts proved abortive. Her journey of fertility fight started as she made her way to…