A clinical virologist, Dr. Adeola Fowotade, has addressed the misconception that abstaining from sex is sufficient to protect against cervical cancer and the human papillomavirus (HPV). Speaking at the 2024 scientific conference of the Nigerian Medical Association’s Annual General Meeting in Oyo State, Ibadan, themed “Vaccines: The Facts and the Myths,” Dr. Fowotade emphasized that […]
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Diet and Obesity Linked to Rising Hypertension Rates, Says NHS President
The President of the Nigerian Hypertension Society (NHS), Prof. Simeon Isezuo, has highlighted changes in dietary habits and reduced physical activity as significant contributors to the increasing rates of hypertension in Nigeria. Prof. Isezuo noted that one in three adults and one in two Nigerian adults aged 60 and above have hypertension. He emphasized that […]
Kwara State Partners with National Institute to Boost Women’s Economic Empowerment
Kwara State Government has teamed up with the Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies (MINILS) to advance women’s economic empowerment through a new partnership focused on development, research, and promotion. During an advocacy visit to Kwara, Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs. Afolashade Opeyemi Oluwakemi, and MINILS Director General, Comrade Issa Aremu, outlined the initiative’s […]
Oyebanji Calls for End to Beliefs Hindering Exclusive Breastfeeding
Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, wife of Ekiti State Governor, has advocated for an end to traditional norms and beliefs that discourage exclusive breastfeeding. Speaking at the World Breastfeeding Week launch in Ado Ekiti, Oyebanji, represented by Senior Special Assistant on Community Advocacy, Dr. Eunice Fasanmi, emphasized that halting practices such as giving water to babies in […]
AU Allocates $10.4 Million to Africa CDC for Mpox Response
The African Union’s Permanent Representatives Committee (PRC) has earmarked $10.4 million from COVID-19 funds to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to combat the Mpox outbreak across the continent. This decision was announced on Saturday by the Africa CDC. The Africa CDC, a key institution supporting African nations in health system […]
“The Impact of Hormonal Imbalances on Mental Health: Key Disorders to Watch For”
Hormonal imbalances, characterized by irregular levels of hormones in the bloodstream, can profoundly affect mental health. Hormones, which act as chemical messengers, influence various bodily functions including mood regulation. Even minor imbalances can lead to significant mental health issues. Here are five mental disorders linked to hormonal imbalances: Understanding the relationship between hormones and mental […]
Dr. Ukpai Hosts Inaugural DAM Global Summit in Halifax to Combat Malaria and Celebrate African Culture
The Drum Against Malaria (DAM) Global Summit will debut in Halifax, Canada, from April 25 to 27, 2025. This three-day event will coincide with World Malaria Day on April 25, aiming to raise awareness about malaria’s impact in Africa and highlight the efforts of various groups and NGOs in combating the disease. The summit will […]
Glo and AXA Mansard Health Launch New Affordable Health Insurance Plan
Globacom, Nigeria’s leading digital solutions provider, has partnered with AXA Mansard Health Insurance to introduce the Glo Health Insurance package. This new micro-health insurance plan aims to provide cost-effective medical coverage to Glo subscribers across Nigeria. The Glo Health Insurance package is designed to offer accessible and affordable healthcare options to all Glo users, regardless […]
75 percent of women with fibroids can become pregnant
Professor Christopher Aimakhu, a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, says in this interview with Sade Oguntola that it is a misconception that fibroid causes infertility and excessive bleeding in all cases, but its effect is subject to its size and location in and around the womb. What are fibroids, and why […]
NAFDAC DG Praises Community Pharmacists for Vital Role in Nigeria’s Healthcare System
Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), has highlighted the critical role community pharmacists play in Nigeria’s healthcare system. Speaking at the 43rd annual international conference of the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN), Adeyeye emphasized that, due to the limited number of medical doctors, […]