360,000 adolescents expected to die of AIDS by 2030 – UNICEF
Some 360,000 adolescents are expected to die of AIDS by 2030 if investment in HIV prevention is not ramped up, according to a UNICEF...
5 reasons you should repeatedly test for sexually transmitted infections
Despite the continuous effort of government and private entities to hold screening, awareness and sensitisation events, the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is...
Spondylosis: Avoid sedentary lifestyle, doctor advises patients
An Abuja based medical doctor, Dr Okezie Emenike, has advised patients with spondylosis to desist from sedentary lifestyle, warning that it worsens the condition.
Emenike...
Women who wear high heels risk developing arthritis – Physiotherapist
A physiotherapist, Vincent Shoetan, has pointed out that women who wear high heel shoes regularly risk developing knee problems including arthritis and back pains.
Speaking...
Physician cautions pregnant women against chickenpox infection
A medical officer at the General Hospital Ughelli, Delta, Dr Ovo Samiel, says women who are exposed to chickenpox during pregnancy may bear children...
Breast milk, urine not cure for “Apollo” – Optometrists
The Nigerian Optometric Association (NOA) on Monday warned against the use of urine, breast milk and acid among others for the treatment of conjunctivitis,...
Dettol celebrates Global Handwashing Day with 2,000 pupils
Antibacterial brand, Dettol, celebrated the 2018 Global Handwashing Day in Abuja by calling on all Nigerians to imbibe handwashing as a day-to-day activity for...
50% of Nigerian women living with breast cancer – Medical director
Chief Medical Director, Living Standard Hospital, Benin, Dr Jide Owolana, says about 50 per cent of Nigerian women are living with undetected breast cancer.
Jide...
Don’t let another woman breastfeed your baby, Rev Sister tells women
Rev. Sister Eunice Okobia of Medical Missionaries of Mary Clinic, ACO Housing Estate, Abuja has advised nursing mothers against giving their babies to relatives...
Avoid sex, cold water, bonesetter warns patients
A traditional bonesetter (TBS), Ganranwei Robinson, on Tuesday advised people undergoing bone treatment to avoid sex and cold water to ensure fast healing.
Mr Robinson...
